Nissan's Smallest car Micra

Overview of Micra

 

The all-new Nissan Micra fourth generation was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2010. It will play a crucial and essential in the plans for Nissan for the Indian market. Japan's third largest automaker Nissan Motor Co. announced it would begin manufacturing its popular compact car model Micra in Chennai, a step seen as challenging Maruti Suzuki's dominance in the market for small cars. New Nissan Micra is an excellent combination of new generation of advanced technology, exceptional design and advanced features. Designed and built on Nissan's all-new V platform, the new Nissan Micra has been designed and tested in Japan to be built in at least four locations abroad, and refined to meet the tastes and different needs of customers in 160 countriesworldwide.

Update: Nissan Micra Diesel Reservations are open and is available in two variants - Premium XV and XV. The claimed efficiency is 23 kmpl. 

 

Price of the Nissan Micra - Ex-showroom Bangalore

Mira Nissan XE - R. 3,95,000.00
Nissan XE Mira Plus - R. 4,40,000.00
Nissan Mira XL - R. 4,80,000.00
Nissan Mira XV - R. 5,25,000.00

Design & Styling Nissan Micra

As seen in many reports fourth-generation model of the Micra is completely different from the third generation model. Regarding the design of the new Nissan Micra can be described with cute and clever oval-shaped headlamps and taillights small clear purpose. Retaining its compact dimensions, the new car is slightly longer and a slight decrease, while the longer wheelbase allows for a position wheels to each corner ', the main reason behind the Nissan Micra roomier interior. The hood is short with a bulge / bend in the center. The grille has a chrome strip horizontal center to give it a more upscale look. The front bumper of the Micra has a large air dam in the center which is flanked by round clear lights in the form of fogging on both sides.

The top models includes chrome trim outside the front fog lamps. The design behind Micra has been kept fairly simple and balanced by Nissan in India. It has small clear taillight lens with integrated turn indicators and reversing lights. The top models also has a rear spoiler with integrated third brake light it. The rear view mirrors of the Micra are two-tone black shadow along the body color. The upscale Micra also features body-color bumpers, body-colored door handles, body-color exterior mirrors, rear Laundry, rear wiper, rear defroster and rear spoiler.

Interior and safety features of Nissan Micra

Nissan has used the concept of a "cocoon connected" to the design of the dashboard takes on the theme of "double bubble one. This is the cockpit instrumentation circular and the glove compartment of similar shapepassenger side. Interiors Nissan Micra is quite modern and up to date with all the features you expect from a car of this class. The top model features Nissan Micra automatic climate control system, Power Steering, Power Windows, Locks Central Branch, mounted controls, MP3 music system, dual SRS airbags, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution). Micra AC vents are circular in shape with chrome and emphasizing also opening the door handles are chrome circular.

Engine and Suspension Nissan Micra

- 1198cc 3-cylinder petrol engine
- Power: 75 hp with 104 Nm of torque

The all-new naturally aspirated 1.2-liter HR12, a 3-cylinder gasoline engine, which will be offered in India employs time-control valve (VTC), which will generate an output of 75 hp with maximum torque of 104 Nm engine is available with a manual transmission 5-speed. Not only satisified improved levels of performance, engineers excelled in the development of ride and handling characteristics that combine agility, refinement and balance. Nissan V-mounted signing new platform, the suspension was designed to be both compact, minimizing the intrusion on the back of the maximal trunk space, but not at the expense of the dynamics on the road the car. Particular attention was paid to bump absorption, which means that the Micra roll serenely on hard road, do not suffer to wallow or float, and effortless cruising at highway speeds.

Variants of Nissan Micra

Nissan Micra is available in 4 variants.

- XE Nissan Micra
- XE Nissan Micra More
- Nissan Micra XL
- XV Nissan Micra

The difference between Micra Micra XE and XE Plus is that in XE Plus you get the option for factory fitted music system, steering wheel covers, Full Wheel Cover and option to get cloth seats.

The top of the variant line of Nissan Micra XV is fully loaded with the following features:

- Automatic climate control system
- Keyless Entry System
- Push button Engine Start / Stop System
- Electronic Power Steering
- Power Windows
- Rear window defroster, wiper and washer
- Dual SRS airbags
- Electronic MVNOs
- ABS with EBD
- Music System with 4 speakers

Shades available in Nissan Micra

Nissan Micra is available in 6 shades:

- Sunlight Orange
- Silver Blade
- White Storm
- Black Onyx
- Pacific Blue
- Red Brick

About the production of Nissan Micra

The plant began production capacity to produce 400,000 units per year over the ramp. The factory covers an area of 640 acres, represents an investment of 990 million. The initial production capacity at the plant will be 200,000 units with a line and the company aims to produce over 80,000 units. The plant employs 1,900 workers and will reach 3,000 in two years. The company, with its supplier park in Chennai, said a total of 6,000 jobs will be created in the region.

Over 85 percent of its parts used for the new Nissan Micra is purchased by about 96 local suppliers and half of them are located in Chennai. "We've always had a clear strategy for India and this was clearly reflected in our investments in the first plant of the alliance in Chennai. We are now convinced that the Indian customers, as our range of products starting with the Nissan Micra, and it is the right product at the right time, "said Kiminobu Tokuyama, Managing Director and CEO, Nissan Motor India.

The new Nissan Micra, built on a new multi-purpose platform - the V-platform, is designed to have a large audience of customers in emerging markets and developed. Nissan Micra has been designed and tested in Japan and refined to meet the tastes and different needs of customers worldwide. The Nissan Micra is a reliable car, stylish and friendly environment for those who love everyday driving. The compact sedan, with its gracious appearance, is also designed for ease of handling and lively performance, while achieving fuel consumption in their class.

Press Release - Nissan Micra

Nissan Micra is a compact sedan with a seemingly affable and designed for easy handling and lively performance, while achieving energy efficiency class competition.

Innovations - Positioned on the B + segment car, the new Micra is equipped with some key technology innovations that are designed to simplify daily life for its owners. The Nissan Micra first offerings in its class, the key to smarter, immobilizer, engine push-start-stop system and electric folding mirrors. Another unique feature is the smart meter multi-display that provides information to drivers in real time fuel economy, cruising range and outside temperature. In addition, electric windows driver are fitted with 'one-touch up / down "function with a pinch of care.

Design - A unique design feature of this car is the grille of the double-layer integrated, offering a sleek and sophisticated at the car, while retaining a classic form. There is also a stylized version of the line side distinctive arched windows, something which is at the heart of the Micra heritage, identity and appeal.

Compact exterior - Keep its compact dimensions, the Nissan Micra measures 3780mm long, 1665mm wide and 1530mm high. The longer wheelbase (2450 mm) allows position wheels to each corner - the main reason behind the more spacious interior Micra. The boomerang-shaped grooves on the roof have a clearly defined too. The efforts of Nissan Global Production Engineering Centre also make the lightest (XE-905kgs, 915kgs and XL-XV-930kgs) tailgate still robust in its class. This has been achieved in many ways by reducing the number of components and use new manufacturing techniques and materials processing.

Spacious interiors and practical - to match the same sense of style exterior to the interior of the car, Nissan has used the concept of a "cocoon connected" to the design of the dashboard, which takes on the theme of "bubble double one. This is the circular instrument panel and glove box of the same form on the passenger side. Particular attention was paid to the use of materials on the instrumental panel using the Micro-grain technology. This reduces the feeling plasticky and improves productivity by providing quality and finish for the visual and tactile appeal.

Performance - The all-new Nissan Micra is powered by a new DOHC 12-valve HR12 1.2-liter 3-cylinder gasoline engine. Power is rated at 56kW (76ps) @ 6,000 rpm, while torque production is 104Nm @ 4000 rpm. The Nissan Micra comes with a manual transmission 5-speed. The wide coverage gears allows the engine to 1.2 liters to achieve economy and quick acceleration.

Ride and handling - Nissan engineers have taken painstaking effort to develop the driving and handling of the car which is a perfect blend of agility, refinement and balance. Nissan V-mounted signing new platform, the compact design minimizes intrusion of suspension at the rear of the maximal trunk space, but not at the expense of the dynamics on the road to the car. The front MacPherson strut and rear torsion bar to provide a cushioning effect, reducing fatigue during long trips. Particular attention was paid to bump absorption, to ensure that the Micra will smooth ride on hard surface roads, not suffering to wallow or float, and effortless cruising at highway speeds.

Comfort and Convenience - Unlike its capacity at high speed, the car also has excellent visibility and a radius of rotation of the top class of 4.65 m. It is equipped with several new technologies that help reduce C02 emissions and mileage while simultaneously making parking easier. The Nissan Micra with a top speed of 160kmph provides a competitive energy efficiency class of 18.06 miles per gallon (tested and approved by ARAI). The Nissan Micra is also equipped with a trunk capacity of 251 liters competitive class that can easily carry extra bags of shopping during travel.

Safety - In the field of security technologies, continuing innovation in Nissan as part of its "Safety Shield" concept, a dynamic approach on security issues based on the idea that cars should help protect people. The formation of the V-platform "is a major factor contributing to the safety of the car improved impact. The car is designed to absorb the forces of a frontal impact, due to the deformation of complex areas, while maintaining the integrity of the cabin due to its highly reinforced hull. All variants, including the entry level (XE) are equipped with driver's airbag. Alternative High (XV) was equipped with safety equipment such as standard driver and passenger airbags + driver before, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with electronic brake distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).

The Nissan Micra comes with a manufacturer's standard warranty of 2 years/50, 000km (whichever comes first). To understand customer needs and solving their queries, Nissan has established "Nissan Care '- a customer contact center. Customers can join by calling toll free 1800-209-4080 Nissan No.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SERVICE PLANS

As part of its commitment after-sales effort in a grip of their clients and provide assistance day and night, Nissan is developing a multitude of schemes and customer care services, including extended warranty and roadside assistance for its products beginning with the Micra. The Nissan Micra with its standard features driver's airbag, a trip computer, power steering, air conditioning and body-color bumpers in all its variants is a comprehensive and good value for money for customers offering an affordable means of mobility and comfort.