The new generation of the Nissan Micra has been unveiled but it will not be available in this country until the autumn.
THE fourth generation of the iconic Nissan Micra has been unveiled.
Boasting breakthrough packaging and small-car engineering, the new, Nissan Micra is on course to create a whole new set of industry standards.
The Micra has consistently won praise and success in Europe, Japan and other markets, gaining a reputation as a reliable and accessible compact car enjoyed by a wide cross-section of customers.
Developed and built on Nissan’s all-new V-platform, the new Micra was designed and tested in Japan to be built in at least four overseas locations and fine-tuned to meet the differing tastes and needs of customers in 160 countries worldwide.
A unique design feature of this car is its double-layer integrated grille but keeping the car’s classic shape was also crucial.
That’s why it also employs a stylised version of the distinctive arched side window line, something that is central to the Micra’s heritage, identity and appeal in Europe and Japan.
Retaining its compact dimensions, the new car is slightly longer and marginally lower and has a slightly longer wheelbase.
In Europe, a simple engine line-up sees just two engines options — both are variations on Nissan’s new HR12 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine.
In addition to the new normally aspirated engine, Nissan will also offer a supercharged 1.2-litre direct injection iteration with a start-stop system.
Both engine options in Europe are available with either a five-speed manual gearbox or Nissan’s all-new continuously variable transmission. In contrast to its high speed capability, the car also has superb visibility and a turning radius of 4.5m and several new technologies that assist with minimising CO2 emissions and mileage, while at the same time making parking easier.
The new Micra is available with reversing sensors and a new 'parking space measurement’ (PSM) device.
It also offers an intelligent key, Nissan Connect, Nissan’s accessible touch-screen combined audio and satellite navigation system, glass roof, automatic wipers, speed sensitive volume on the audio, a push-button start-stop system in addition to a drive computer, cruising range and outside temperature.
On the security side, the car is also fitted with a speed-sensitive automatic door locking system.
The car will go on sale in Europe this autumn.