The 2025 Nissan Kicks play is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine producing 122 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque. That power is sent to the front wheels via a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that does its best to maximize fuel economy. With the Kicks play's light weight, 122 horsepower and clever engine technology; it yields 31 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway making it one of the best cost-effective choices among non-hybrid competitors. The Kicks Play is designed for urban living, providing easy handling and parking in crowded city areas. Its wheel designs and color choices are more basic than those of redesigned Kicks, emphasizing functionality over customization or aesthetics.

The Kicks Play is available exclusively in the base S trim. It comes with 16-inch wheels, power mirrors, intelligent headlights, a 7-inch touchscreen for the interior, push button start, Bluetooth connectivity, 3 USB ports, steering wheel-mounted controls for the sound system and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

Standard safety features include ten airbags, electronic stability and traction control, a rearview camera, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Automatic Braking, automatic high-beam, and Pedestrian Detection.