<p class="ingestion featured-caption">The 2025 Nissan Kicks is a rare cheap option in the market these days. Nora Naughton, Business Insider</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>The Nissan Kicks compact SUV starts at just $22,730.</li><li>The Kicks got a much-needed makeover for the 2025 model year.</li></ul><p>New cars have gotten <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/car-companies-are-running-out-of-rich-people-bifurcated-economy-2024-8">really expensive</a>.</p><p>The new <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/nissan-rogue-review-family-suv-controversial-3-cylinder-engine-2024-6">Nissan</a> Kicks, a compact SUV, is one of the few new cars on the market that can be fully loaded for around $30,000. The all-wheel drive option with the premium package (which includes a panoramic moonroof and heated front seats) costs $31,020.</p><p>I can't express to you what a rare find that is these days. The <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/when-will-electric-cars-cost-less-get-more-affordable-2024-8">$30,000 car</a> is an endangered species, particularly after the industry largely ditched affordable sedans and small cars in favor of larger and more expensive SUVs.</p><p>Even as dealers and car companies offer more discounts and deal with a much more stable manufacturing environment has made </p><p>A more stable manufacturing environment and a slew of dealer incentives have made <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-new-car-market-is-a-little-less-brutal-2024-3">car shopping a little easier</a> this year, but the average price paid for a new car is still around $45,000, according to industry data.</p><p>After taking the Nissan Kicks for an hourlong drive in Metro Detroit, I was impressed by the level of tech and styling for the price tag. It could make a great first car for a teenage driver or an option for someone with a limited budget who doesn't want a used car.</p>