The Nissan Micra may not take a break, it may just do it. Of course, Richard Hammond carrying a bag over his head while driving one (especially a pink convertible edition) didn’t do the style any favors.
Luckily, it’s not the one. This is the newest generation, 2017-2022, and it’s a pretty neat dresser. Is it a small car literally cool? It’s up to you.
Road noise is controlled, but you can hear wind noise coming from the giant outside mirrors.
Interior and practicality: The interior houses a cockpit that includes a multi-adjustable idler and a driver’s seat. The dashboard also impresses with its large transparent spheres and well-labelled and logically arranged switches. If you need armrests, you’ll have to choose the N-Sport version.
Windshield pillars with steep angles can make it difficult to see at steep intersections, but they don’t pose a challenge most of the time. However, rear visibility tends to be frustrating. With thick rear pillars and a shallow rear window, you’re better off having rear parking sensors and a rearview camera on some models. However, they are only popular on the N-Sport and Tekna models, being optional from the start. it started with the popular mid-range Acenta trim.
Up front, the Micra is incredibly spacious. If you’re carrying more than one adult passenger, you’ll probably want to cross the Micra off your list. Compared to the Skoda Fabia, the legroom is tight and the headroom is downright mediocre, even for the mid-size.
The Micra’s boot is a decent shape and useful width, making it capable of transporting it in a folding stroller or on a weekly branch.
Trim and finish: The Visia trim is a bit spartan, but Visia adds air conditioning to make things a little better. The mid-range Acenta has a much larger list of popular equipment, adding alloy wheels, cruise control, and a 7. 0-inch engine. Touchscreen infotainment system. However, it’s worth noting that while the Acenta and above cars have Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity, they don’t have Android Auto, which is found in some of its rivals.
Far more impressive is the list of protection technologies, which come with lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, and hill start assist, all of which add an extra layer of protection to the Micra.
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You can buy a Nissan Micra for around £7,000 if you fancy a 2017 example in 0. 9-litre Acenta form with average mileage and a full service history. Examples with maximum mileage and/or past damage can be obtained for around £5,000.
For a 2020 style, have at least £9,000 to spend, if you don’t need maximum miles or past damage. Examples from the last two years of Micra styling cost around £12,000.
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MPG: Driving a Micra shouldn’t cost a lot of money. The 71hp 1. 0-litre petrol engine has an average fuel consumption of 61. 4mpg, this is based on older, less realistic NEDC tests rather than existing WLTP standards.
The 92bhp 1.0-litre petrol has an average economy figure of 51.4mpg, according to current WLTP standards. The turbocharged 89bhp 0.9-litre petrol, on the other hand, officially averages 47.1mpg.
The 1. 5-liter diesel averages 88. 3 mpg (NEDC), which drops to 52. 3 mpg according to WLTP testing.
Road tax: All cars registered after April 2017 will currently charge £180 per year in road tax.
Insurance and servicing: Insurance groups are incredibly low, ranging from 1 to 12 (out of 50), depending on your chosen variant.
Unlike a number of fixed-price service programs, you can take advantage of Nissan merit right away. Most Nissan cars have a fixed number for primary and minor services. Individual repairs, such as brake pad replacement, are also subject to a fee. Benefit from This service we offer also provides you with one year of European roadside assistance in the event of a breakdown.
The non-turbocharged 1. 0-litre petrol engine is a bit sluggish and the diesel only makes sense if you drive a lot of miles. We suggest opting for the 0. 9-litre petrol engine, as it is the most productive option thanks to its lively functionality and intelligent fuel economy.
We would avoid the fundamental Visa cars as they are not air-conditioned. Similarly, you deserve to avoid the higher-end, more expensive Tekna unless you get a smart deal. The mid-range Acenta offers you everything you want and there are many examples used to choose from.
Our favourite Nissan Micra: 0.9 IG-T Acenta
The Ford Fiesta has been one of the most productive cars in its class. As for its latest generation, you get a larger touchscreen than the Nissan Micra and, as long as you avoid the Style version, it gives you Apple CarPlay connectivity. and Android Auto smartphones. For driving, it is much more precise and the ride is judged perfectly, absorbing the worst ruts without being soft, but taut enough to control the movements of the frame.
The Volkswagen Polo has long been the premium choice, and for a clever reason. It has one of the sleekest interiors in its class, and with an 8. 0-inch touchscreen on all models, it also has one of the most productive infotainment systems. There’s a lot more internal space in the Polo for rear passengers and plenty of engines to get around.
The Seat Ibiza is nearly as good to drive as the Fiesta, and it benefits from the same underpinnings as the Polo, so it’s big inside for a small car and you have plenty of efficient petrol and diesel engines to choose from.
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