2025 Latest: Choosing Your Next Compact SUV in Australia – Honda Vezel Hybrid vs Nissan Kicks e-POWER

Looking for a compact SUV that’s stylish, fuel-efficient, and easy to drive?
Two of Japan’s most popular models – the Honda Vezel Hybrid and the Nissan Kicks e-POWER – might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Interestingly, neither is officially sold brand-new in Australia. That makes them rare and unique choices for those who want something different

The HR-V available in Australia differs from the Japanese Vezel in design, equipment, and hybrid performance. Many buyers prefer the Japanese Vezel for its sleeker styling and more advanced features.

A Japan-exclusive model that has never been officially sold in Australia. Importing one gives you a truly special and unique car.

The Vezel is all about calm comfort, while the Kicks e-POWER delivers an EV-like driving thrill – without the need to plug in.

• Honda Vezel: Elegant, premium design with a refined interior. Very rare on Australian roads.

• Nissan Kicks e-POWER: Bold, youthful styling, two-tone colour options, advanced digital features. Almost never seen in Australia – a guaranteed head-turner.

This is where the difference really shows:

• Honda Vezel
  → Popular in Japan, but since it isn’t officially sold in Australia, parts availability can be uncertain.

• Nissan Kicks e-POWER
  → With Roundabout Australia providing direct parts supply and service support, you can drive confidently without the usual worries of owning an imported car.

• The Kicks e-POWER is becoming increasingly popular in Japan, Asia, and the Middle East, which may push prices higher soon.

• Roundabout Australia carefully imports only high-quality used models, balancing price, condition, and after-sales support.

Not sure if an imported car suits your lifestyle? You can try the Nissan Kicks e-POWER with Carbsc, a subscription service, before committing to purchase.

• 3 months – Perfect for a short-term trial

• 6 months – A balanced option to properly test it

• 12 months – Enjoy for a full year, then decide whether to buy

• Maintenance and running costs

• Flexible contracts

• Option to transition from subscription to ownership

Case: Sydney couple in their 30s
“We used the Kicks e-POWER through Carbsc for three months before deciding to buy.
It was perfect for commuting and weekend drives – quiet, powerful, and fun.
After the trial, we confidently purchased through Roundabout Australia.
It was great to test first, then buy with confidence.”

• onda Vezel Hybrid: Quiet, elegant, and refined. A great choice if you prioritise comfort – but note that parts supply in Australia can be uncertain.

• Nissan Kicks e-POWER: EV-like acceleration, sporty driving feel, and extreme rarity. Plus, full support and parts supply from Roundabout Australia. You can even try it first with Carbsc (3, 6, or 12 months) before buying.

👉 Ready to find your unique car? Visit Roundabout Australia.
👉 Want to test it first? Try Carbsc – note: the site is in Japanese.