2026 Nissan Kicks AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
S AWD vs S FWD
AWD adds $1,500. Costs $41 more a year in fuel.
$1,748more over 6 years
- 30 vs 31 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S FWD S AWD | $22,730 $24,230 | $1,500 | 31 mpg 30 mpg | $1,239 $1,280 | $1,748 | +194 lb |
| SV FWD SV AWD | $24,470 $26,120 | $1,650 | 31 mpg 30 mpg | $1,239 $1,280 | $1,898 | 0 lb |
| SR FWD SR AWD | $26,960 $28,460 | $1,500 | 31 mpg 30 mpg | $1,239 $1,280 | $1,748 | +229 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree