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Oct 26, 2017 · 26 October 2017 – Nissan Micra final report. With it time to bid our long-term Nissan Micra a fond farewell, let's conclude whether this fifth generation car is more than just style...
- Steve Huntingford
4 days ago · While they may turn heads with their style, some fall short in terms of performance and practicality. In this list, we explore 18 convertibles that prioritize looks over substance, revealing the compromises behind their eye-catching exteriors. BMW Z4 Roadster. Jaguar F-Type Convertible. Chevrolet Camaro Convertible.
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Powertrain 7/10
Our tester came with a Renault-sourced 1.5-liter diesel engine with 90 ho and 220 Nm. It’s a staple unit in the Renault-Nissan group, used in most of its smaller offerings, and in this power output mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. The engine itself pulls strongly enough, and feels brisk, but sometimes when you’re not in its optimal power band, you will notice plenty of lag before it gets up and goes. The more you dip below 2,000 rpm, the more difficult it seems to be for the engine to pu...
Handling 7/10
The Micra handles well enough for what it is, providing reassuring cornering capability with and an overall positive drive. However, its dead steering that’s devoid of any feel and far too light, may put some people off; those who are looking for a driver’s car had better look elsewhere. The best compliment one can pay the Micra is that it’s a safe, stable and drama-free car.
Safety 10/10
The Micra was recently tested by EuroNCAP and awarded a full five-star safety rating. Its adult occupant safety rating of 91 percent is really good, but it wouldn’t have been enough to ensure the maximum score. It’s the slew of active safety assist systems that clinched it – especially the autonomous emergency braking which works up to higher speeds, it detects pedestrians and features a lane assist system too.
Comfort 8/10
Nissan says a lot of attention was paid to making occupant accommodation a priority, regardless of said occupants height. The car was made with the European market in mind, so it’s supposed to fit people of all sizes and shapes. And there’s genuinely a lot of adjustability in the steering wheel, as well as the seat – our top trim Tekna model also featured height adjustment which we say should be standard on all models because it makes the difference between getting comfortable and hating ever...
Quality 7/10
On first impressions, the Micra looks like a pleasant place to sit. Our Tekna trim tester’s leatherette trim really helped lift the ambiance, but prod anywhere but the squishy faux hide, and you will be greeted by scratchy and quite hollow sounding plastic. Such harder materials are usually chosen because they’re cheap and durable, but our tester (which had only done 1,200 km) already had scratches on literally all of its door cards – look at Hondas if you want to see scratchy plastics done r...
Practicality 6/10
We’ll have to knock some points off here because you cannot get the Micra, regardless of trim or how much you pay, with a center armrest for the front passengers. Heck, even a Dacia Sandero has one of those on the options list, and it’s good for not only resting your elbow, but also providing a handy stowage space for your essential bits. There are also no door pockets for rear passengers, and in order to lift stuff into the boot, you have to clear one of the bigger lips we’ve seen in a while...
Efficiency 7/10
Nissan claims its oil-burning Micra should return 3.5 l/100km when fitted with the 17-inch rims that are standard on Tekna models. However, I got over twice that during my exclusively urban drive, although I didn’t even attempt to drive it economically. Realistically, if you drive it in mixed conditions and don’t have a leaden right foot, a value of around 5 l/100km is about the most you could hope for. Take it out of the city and drive it under 90 km/h constantly and it will dip below 4 l/10...
Equipment 9/10
Driving the top of the line Tekna trim vehicle, you’re really not missing out on anything. It comes with everything you’ve come to expect in new cars, even LED headlights. But the complete absence of a center armrest and electric rear windows cannot be overlooked in a class where all rivals offer these. One feature it has and most competitors lack is the 360-degree view system which uses four cameras around the car to give the driver a bird’s eye view while parking – even if the camera defini...
Acquisition 7/10
The Micra will appeal to those who want to be noticed even when driving a supermini (or subcompact). It too has jumped on the customization train, so you can now opt for all sorts of colored trim bits inside and out which can result in some quite spectacular looking cars. It looks really bold and stylish both inside and out, it’s quite comfortable (for the front passengers) on longer journeys, it’s a doddle to drive (perhaps a bit too easy for some…) and comes packed with tech. The diesel eng...
Jun 19, 2017 · Nissan has given its fifth-generation Micra a radical makeover, so can it now compete with the best small cars? Six months of everyday use should provide the answer
- Steve Huntingford
Mar 8, 2022 · Nissan Micra design & styling. Outwardly, the N-Sport differs little from any other Micra – but, given the K14-generation model rewrote the Micra style book (sharpening the pudgy...
With slicker styling, a much-improved interior, more equipment and better value for money, Nissan's heavily revised fourth generation Micra supermini turned over a new leaf in 2013. As before, it was impressively space efficient and offered the option of a clever supercharged 1.2-litre petrol engine that was not only eager but also both frugal ...
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