2021 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2021 Nissan Kicks

When comparing two great SUVs like the 2021 Mazda CX-3 vs. the 2021 Nissan Kicks, you're going to want to look at all of the features and specifications side-by-side. This will help you decide if the Mazda CX-3 has better options and brings more performance than the Nissan Kicks.

Use the trim selector above to change trims for each model. The tables below will automatically update to show you comparisons of each type of feature. Check out the entertainment features in the 2021 Mazda CX-3 and 2021 Nissan Kicks, as well as the exterior and interior features, mechanical options, and safety features. Comparing how the 2021 Mazda CX-3 safety and mechanical specs stack up against those of the Nissan Kicks is important for many drivers. But, sometimes it's the interior or entertainment options offered by the 2021 CX-3 or the 2021 Nissan Kicks that makes the choice clear.

At Pacifico Mazda, we strive to give our customers complete details on all of the SUVs they may be considering. Give us a call today, or drop in to our local Philadelphia Mazda dealership at 6709 Essington Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153 to ask any questions you may have.

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entertainment

2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Aha Internet Radio
Infotainment System Voice Command
Integrated Roof Antenna
Pandora Internet Radio
Radio Broadcast Data System Program Information
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Steering Wheel Controls
Radio: AM/FM Modular Audio System -inc: 6-speaker sound system, 7" full-color touch-screen display, Automatic Level Control (ALC), auxiliary audio input jack, Bluetooth hands free phone and audio, multi-function Commander control, USB port, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration
Stitcher Internet Radio

1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 7" color touchscreen display w/6 speakers, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, streaming audio via Bluetooth, Siri eyes free, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, audio and Bluetooth steering wheel switches and 3 USB ports (2 charge only)

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 8" color touchscreen display w/6 speakers, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, streaming audio via Bluetooth, Siri eyes free, audio and Bluetooth steering wheel switches, 3 USB ports (2 charge only), type C USB (front), NissanConnect featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio w/advanced audio features and hands-free text messaging assistant

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 8" color touchscreen display w/6 speakers, Bluetooth hands-free phone system, streaming audio via Bluetooth, Siri eyes free, audio and Bluetooth steering wheel switches, 3 USB ports (2 charge only), type C USB (front), NissanConnect featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio w/advanced audio features and hands-free text messaging assistant

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exterior

Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Body-Colored Door Handles
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 215/60R16 AS
Wheels w/Silver Accents
Wheels: 16" x 6" Aluminum Alloy

Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Door Handles
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Black Side Windows Trim
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Intelligent Auto Headlights (i-Ah) Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Halogen Auto High-Beam Headlamps
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 205/60R16 AS
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels: 16" Steel w/Full Covers

Black Side Windows Trim
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Body-Colored Door Handles
Dark Chrome Grille
Front Fog Lamps
Intelligent Auto Headlights (i-Ah) Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Metal-Look Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Roof Rack Rails Only
Tires: 205/55R17 AS
Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents
Wheels: 17" 5-Hole Alloy

Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Black Side Windows Trim
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Intelligent Auto Headlights (i-Ah) Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Halogen Auto High-Beam Headlamps
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Body-Colored Door Handles
Roof Rack Rails Only
Tires: 205/55R17 AS
Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents
Wheels: 17" 5-Hole Alloy
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding

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interior

1 12V DC Power Outlet
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cloth Upholstery
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat
E911 Automatic Emergency Notification
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat and passenger manual seat lifter
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Glove Box
Head-Up Display
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only
Rear Cupholder
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Selective Service Internet Access
SMS Text Msg Audio Delivery & Reply
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material

1 12V DC Power Outlet
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
6-Way Driver Seat
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cloth Seat Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver And Front Passenger Armrests
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Driver Foot Rest
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual driver's seat w/driver seat armrest and seat lifter and 4-way manual front passenger's seat
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Illuminated Glove Box
Immobilizer
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look/Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Passenger Seat
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows
Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Smart Device Integration
Sport Steering Wheel
Systems Monitor
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material

1 12V DC Power Outlet
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
6-Way Driver Seat
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver Foot Rest
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual driver's seat w/driver seat armrest and seat lifter and 4-way manual front passenger's seat
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Illuminated Glove Box
Immobilizer
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Passenger Seat
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Systems Monitor
Trip Computer
Automatic Air Conditioning
Compass
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Digital/Analog Appearance
Distance Pacing
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
FOB Controls -inc: Remote Engine Start
Front Center Armrest
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Interior Trim -inc: Prima-Tex Leatherette Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Outside Temp Gauge
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Sport Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
SR Fabric Seat Trim -inc: interior trim and accents

1 12V DC Power Outlet
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
6-Way Driver Seat
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cloth Seat Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver Foot Rest
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual driver's seat w/driver seat armrest and seat lifter and 4-way manual front passenger's seat
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Illuminated Glove Box
Immobilizer
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Passenger Seat
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Sport Steering Wheel
Systems Monitor
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Automatic Air Conditioning
Compass
Digital/Analog Appearance
Distance Pacing
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
FOB Controls -inc: Remote Engine Start
Front Center Armrest
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Outside Temp Gauge
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look/Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents

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mechanical

100 Amp Alternator
11.9 Gal. Fuel Tank
12.7 Gal. Fuel Tank
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
4.325 Axle Ratio
60-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.0L SKYACTIV-G DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
GVWR: 3,840 lbs
GVWR: 3,990 lbs
Permanent Locking Hubs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission: 6-Speed SKYACTIV-Drive Automatic -inc: manual-shift mode and sport mode

10.8 Gal. Fuel Tank
120 Amp Alternator
3.927 Axle Ratio
849# Maximum Payload
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Steering
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 1.6L DOHC 16V 4-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
GVWR: 3,660 lbs
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission: Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable)

10.8 Gal. Fuel Tank
120 Amp Alternator
3.927 Axle Ratio
849# Maximum Payload
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Steering
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 1.6L DOHC 16V 4-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
GVWR: 3,660 lbs
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission: Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable)
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

10.8 Gal. Fuel Tank
120 Amp Alternator
3.927 Axle Ratio
849# Maximum Payload
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Steering
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 1.6L DOHC 16V 4-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
GVWR: 3,660 lbs
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission: Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable)
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

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safety

ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Advanced Smart City Brake Support and Rear Collision Warning
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Lane Departure Warning
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams

Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Lane Departure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
RearView Monitor Back-Up Camera
Side Impact Beams
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Traction Control System (TCS) ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Lane Departure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
Side Impact Beams
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Traction Control System (TCS) ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Aerial View Camera System
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) Back-Up Camera
Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) Front Camera
Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) Left Side Camera
Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) Right Side Camera

Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Lane Departure Warning
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
RearView Monitor Back-Up Camera
Side Impact Beams
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Traction Control System (TCS) ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Driver Monitoring-Alert

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