The new Nissan Kait mid-size SUV has been unveiled in Latin America. Debuting in Brazil, the Nissan Kait is a vehicle that is essentially a redesigned version of the old Kicks, featuring a revamped styling and a new model name.
Production has begun at Nissan’s Resende plant. From 2026, the Kait will be exported from Brazil to over 20 countries, mainly in South America.
- New Nissan Kait revealed as Kicks-based SUV in Brazil
- Uses 1.6-litre petrol engine(110hp and 146Nm) with standard CVT gearbox
- Four variants offered with touchscreen and digital cluster
Nissan Kait exterior design
New lights and grille, but overall shape stays the same
The Nissan Kait gets a cleaner design and a more upright stance than the Kicks, giving it a stronger visual appeal. It features sharper split LED headlamps, new LED DRLs, a larger grille with horizontal slats and a wider lower air intake. The side profile remains similar to the Kicks, but the refreshed alloy wheels add a bit more sportiness to the overall look.
Most elements such as the body-coloured door handles, circular wheel arches, rising beltline, roof rails and ORVMs are carried over. The sloping roofline continues as well. At the rear, the Kait gets new, sharper tail-lamps and the KAIT namebadge is now placed prominently on the tailgate, with the number plate moved down to the bumper.
In terms of size, the Kait remains close to the Kicks. It measures 4,304mm in length, 1,760mm in width and 1,611mm in height, with a 2,620mm wheelbase. Boot space is rated at 432 litres. Nissan will offer six exterior colour options.
Nissan Kait interior design
Entry-level positioning, yet equipped with many features
Inside, the Kait gets a black interior theme. The dashboard layout is similar to the Kicks, but the air-con vents have a different design. The gear selector also has a simpler look, and the rear seats come with a 60:40 split-fold function.
The SUV will be offered in four trims: Active, Sense Plus, Advance Plus and Exclusive. Key features include a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a Pioneer 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a wireless phone charger.
Other equipment includes upgraded upholstery, automatic digital climate control, a 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control. A comprehensive set of ADAS features will also be available.
Nissan Kait powertrain and specs
1.6-litre petrol engine and CVT gearbox carried over from Kicks
The Nissan Kait is based on the same V-platform used by the Kicks and will serve as Nissan’s new entry-level SUV in South America.
It is powered by a 1.6-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that makes 110hp and 146Nm. The engine is set up for simple, efficient performance. A CVT gearbox is the only transmission option. Nissan claims the Kait delivers around 11kpl in city driving.
Prices for the Kait in Brazil start at R$117,990 (about Rs 20 lakh). Exports to other South American countries from Brazil will begin in 2026.
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