Exterior Makeover

The 2021 Kicks has a new exterior look that’s dominated by an aggressive “Double V-motion” grille, refreshed 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel designs, and available LED headlights that lend a more modern appearance. Automatic headlights are standard for every trim, and the SR gets standard LED fog lights. The cosmetic upgrades extend to the rear, where it gets a new bumper and an LED combination light that stretches across the vehicle’s width. Meanwhile, roof rails, heated side mirrors with turn-signal indicators, and a rear roof spoiler will be optional.

One of the Kicks’ high points is its assortment of vibrant paint and roof color options. Three have been added for the new model year: Electric Blue Metallic, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, and Boulder Gray Pearl. A trio of new two-tone body and roof combinations will also be offered: Super Black/Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Super Black/Electric Blue Metallic, and Super Black/Boulder Gray Pearl. To personalization your Kicks even further, the Kicks Color Studio offers over 100 million different color combinations that will allow individual buyers to truly express their personality.

Re-imagined Interior

The upgraded materials in the Kicks’ interior give it a more upscale feel. The SV and SR trims get new seat and door trim designs and a redesigned center console with an armrest that adds comfort on long road trips. All trims qualify for a sporty D-shaped steering wheel, and the SR Premium Package will yield three-tone simulated-leather Prima-Tex seats. For the music lover, the optional SR Premium Package adds a class-exclusive Bose Personal Plus audio system with eight speakers that use Bose signal processing to deliver a truly immersive sound experience. A pair of lightweight 2.5-inch Bose UltraNearfield speakers are also contained within the driver’s seat headrest, and Bose’s PersonalSpace Control system is built into the infotainment system’s audio settings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an infotainment system with a 7-inch display will be standard across the board. An infotainment system with an 8-inch screen will be available.

Enhanced Performance

The SV and SR trims come with standard Intelligent Cruise Control. In addition, the SR receives an Integrated Dynamic-Control Module, an Active Engine Brake function, Intelligent Trace Control, and Intelligent Ride Control, all of which combine to improve the overall driving experience.