20 September 2026

Nissan Kicks small SUV likely for Australia as Tiggo 4, Kona competitor

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Nissan Kicks small SUV likely for Australia as Tiggo 4, Kona competitor

This small hybrid could be the SUV to regain the ground Nissan has lost against budget-priced cars from China.

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