[Updated with more images] IAB Report - Nissan Kicks mini SUV Concept previewed in Brazil

28/10/2014 - 20:56 | ,  ,  ,   | Shrawan Raja

After a few teaser images, the Nissan Kicks concept has been revealed ahead of its public unveiling at the 2014 Sao Paulo Motor Show in Brazil later today.

The concept is a collaboration between Nissan Design America (NDA) in San Diego, United States, and Nissan Design America Rio (NDA-R), the newly opened satellite studio brand design center located in the Brazilian headquarters of Nissan.

Nissan Kicks Concept side press image
The Kicks Concept's production future has not been confirmed, but the Brazilian media is highly optimistic about its chances.

Measuring 4,300 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,600 mm tall, the car is mounted on 19-inch alloy wheels and has crossover design cues such as roof rails, rugged bumpers, tall wheel arches and high ground clearance.

If produced, the car would be price positioned under the Juke. Nissan says the Kicks is designed for "today's fast-moving Brazilian professionals". Details on its engine and what's behind the doors are expected to be released later today.

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The Kicks concept is the second compact SUV presentation by Nissan that follows the EXTREM Concept from the same venue two years ago.

Nissan Kicks Concept at the Sao Paulo motor Show - Press Release

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