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Micra 2012-2017 XL overview
| Engine | 1198 cc |
| Power | 75 bhp |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Mileage | 18.44 kmpl |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Length | 3825mm |
- Keyless Entry
- Central Locking
- Air Conditioner
- Key Specifications
- Top Features
Nissan Micra 2012-2017 Detailed On Road Price in New Delhi
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs.5,37,249 |
| Registration ChargesRegistration charges include MCD Fee, RTO, Smart Card Charges | Rs.26,289 |
| InsuranceThe Insurance amount is calculated based the engine size/battery size of the car and also different for metro cities and other cities. It can also differ from dealer to dealer depending on the insurance provider & commissions. | Rs.32,527 |
| On-Road Pricein New Delhi | Rs.5,96,065* |
Micra 2012-2017 XL Review
Nissan, one of the most popular passenger car manufacturer from Japan has introduced the 2013 version of Nissan Micra with a brand new look. This facelifted version of Nissan Micra look completely different from its previous model but the body structure remains to be the same. The front facade of this version of Nissan Micra gets a complete changeover with aggressive and macho kind of a structure. This will certainly lure the many number of car enthusiasts in the Indian auto market. This premium hatch received cosmetic updates to its rear and to its side profile as well. The company has launched this vehicle in overall seven variants out of which three variants will host 1.2-litre petrol engine while the rest of them are blessed with 1.5-litre diesel engine. The company hasn't made any changes to the technicalities of this hatch but it has added some extra set of features, which will improve the level of comfort and convenience inside. This time around, the company also introduced an automatic version of Nissan Micra in XV series, which seems to be the only technical update. Nissan Micra XL is the entry level petrol variant available in its series and it is blessed with some decent set of features inside.
Exteriors:
This Nissan Micra Facelifted version gets major cosmetic updates to its exteriors. The company kept the body panel same as its previous version but major changes have been given to the design of its exteriors. If you just take a close look at Nissan Micra XL petrol entry level trim, you can notice that this facelifted version lost its feminine looks while receiving aggressive looks, especially to its front facade. Its front facade gets a new style perforated radiator grille with stylish company logo incorporated in the middle, which is surrounded by V shaped chrome strip. The design of the headlamps is very aggressive with arrow shape, which is further equipped with indicators. While its gets an aggressive and sporty new design with large air dam . There is a provision for incorporating fog lamps to the sporty bumper. When it comes to the rear part, its design seem to be much identical to the previous model but the new sporty design bumper brings a refreshing new look. The design of the tail lamps remains to be the same but it is incorporated with LED lights. It also got a high mount stop lamps on top of the rear wind shield while the stylish company logo has been fitted on to the boot with chrome garnish. The side profile looks a bit different because of the new design head lamps. It gets a body colored external rear view mirrors and door handles. Nissan Micra XL trim gets a 14 inch steel wheels fitted to its wheel arches while side indicator blinker is placed above the arches.
Interiors:
The interiors of this facelifted Nissan Micra get a new color scheme that brings a fresh new look inside. Its interior is very spacious and provides better seating arrangement for at least 5 passengers. The seats are wide and are covered in premium fabric upholstery. Despite being the base variant, the facelifted Nissan Micra XL petrol trim gets a set of features that include bottle holders (2 nos), cup holders (3 nos), stylish speedometer with chrome finish, chrome garnished parking brake, digital clock, adjustable front and rear headrest, vanity mirror, and so on. The inside door handle also gets a chrome garnish, which makes the interiors to look rich better than any other car of its class. This hatch gets a boot space of about 251 litres while the fuel storage capacity is about 41 litres. The company has added few additional features inside this facelifted version of Nissan Micra, which will be exciting for the new customers. There is no doubt with such great features, 2013 Nissan Micra will perform well for the company in Indian auto market.
Engine and Performance:
The 2013 version of the Nissan Micra XL is offered with the same 1.2-litre petrol engine which used to perform duties for the outgoing models. The company hasn't made any modifications to its engine technicalities. This entry level trim is offered with 1.2-litre, 12-valve, 3-cylinder, DOHC based petrol engine, which is producing displacing capacity of about 1198cc. This engine can churn out a maximum 74.48bhp of maximum power at 6000rpm and makes 104Nm at 4000rpm which is transmitted to the front wheel through a five speed manual transmission gearbox. On the other hand, it can deliver a peak mileage of about 18.44 Kmpl, which is quite attractive.
Braking and Handling:
The facelifted Nissan Micra gets the conventional braking and handling mechanism, which is very efficient and highly reliable. The front wheel of Nissan Micra is fitted with a reliable ventilated disc brakes while its rear wheel is fitted with highly efficient drum brakes . Its highly responsive power steering system makes it very simple to drive in city traffic and during parking. On the other hand its incredible suspension system makes it a lot easier to handle the car even on bumpy road. Its front axle is bestowed with McPherson strut type of suspension while the rear axle is fitted with torsion beam type of suspension, which absorbs jerks and provides better ride comforts to the passengers inside.
Safety Features:
This 2013 Nissan Micra XL is the entry level, which gets some of the basic and standard safety features incorporated. Its safety features include central door locking, speed sensing auto door lock, driver SRS air bag, engine immobilizer , driver seatbelt warning indicator, dual horn, door ajar warning indicator, key remove warning indicator and many more. Despite being the base variant, the facelifted Nissan Micra XL gets top class feature incorporated, which is impressive.
Comfort Features:
The Japanese automaker has designed the facelifted Nissan Micra with a blend of top class comfort features inside it. This will assure ultimate comfort level to all the occupants inside this hatch. Its features include a very responsive power steering system with tilt function, tachometer, rear parcel shelf, drive computer, rear window defroster , power windows with driver side auto down and anti-pinch function, key less entry, manual air conditioner, passenger side vanity mirror and several others. Nissan Micra XL is the base variant but still it gets most of the features like its top end variant.
Pros: Great features, spacious interiors, amazing exteriors.
Cons: Mileage should be better, price could be bit more competitive.
Micra 2012-2017 XL specifications & features
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines | In Line Petrol Engine |
| Displacement The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) | 1198 cc |
| Max Power Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. | 75bhp@6000rpm |
| Max Torque The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better. | 104Nm@4000rpm |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. | 3 |
| Valves Per Cylinder The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost. | 4 |
| Valve Configuration Valve configuration refers to the number and arrangement of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. | DOHC |
| Turbo Charger A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power. | |
| Super Charge A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Superchargers utilise engine power to make more power. | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Gearbox The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency. | 5 Speed |
| Drive Type Specifies which wheels are driven by the engine's power, such as front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. It affects how the car handles and also its capabilities. | FWD |
Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Petrol Mileage ARAI | 18.44 kmpl |
| Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity The total amount of fuel the car's tank can hold. It tells you how far the car can travel before needing a refill. | 41 Litres |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. | BS IV |
| Top Speed The maximum speed a car can be driven at. It indicates its performance capability. | 160 kmph |
| Acceleration The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator. | 14 Seconds |
| 0-100kmph The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator. | 14 Seconds |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. | Torsion Beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. | Power |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. | Tilt |
| Steering Gear Type Specifies the type of mechanism used to turn the car's wheels, such as rack and pinion or recirculating ball. Affects the feel of the steering. | Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Radius The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. | 4.65 meters |
| Front Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power. | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power. | Drum |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Length The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. | 3825 mm |
| Width The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors | 1665 mm |
| Height The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces | 1530 mm |
| Seating Capacity The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car. | 5 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. | 154 mm |
| Wheel Base Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . | 2450 mm |
| Kerb Weight Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour. | 1060 kg |
Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. | |
| Air Conditioner A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow. | |
| Heater A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates. | |
| Adjustable Steering Allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to their liking. This can be done in two ways: Tilt and/or Reach | |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat Refers to a driver's seat that can be raised vertically. This is helpful for shorter drivers to find a better driving position. | |
| Electric Adjustable Seats Seats that can be adjusted electronically. Usually seen in higher end cars. | |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. | |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. | |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it. | |
| Low Fuel Warning Light A dashboard indicator that alerts the driver when the fuel level is low. Gives a reminder to refill fuel to avoid stalling. | |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. | |
| Rear Seat Headrest Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers. | |
| Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated. | |
| Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort. | |
| Rear AC Vents Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control. | |
| Lumbar Support Additional support for the lower back in the car seats. It is adjustable (manual or powered), allowing users to adjust the level of support according to their preference. | |
| Cruise Control An electronic system that automatically maintains the car's speed set by the driver, reducing the need for constant pedal use. Useful feature for long highway drives. | |
| Parking Sensors Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking. | |
| Navigation System An in-car system that provides maps and directions. Helps in finding the shortest routes. Also gives an idea about the traffic situation on different routes. | |
| Foldable Rear Seat Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space. | |
| KeyLess Entry A sensor-based system that allows you to unlock and start the car without using a physical key. | |
| Engine Start/Stop Button A button that allows starting or stopping the engine without using a traditional key. It enhances convenience. | |
| Voice Commands A feature that allows the driver to operate some car functions using voice commands. Make using features easy without distractions. | |
| Paddle Shifters Buttons behind the steering wheel for manual gear changes. Found in automatic cars and placed ergonomically, making gear changes easier. | |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps Headlights that stay on for a short period after turning off the car, illuminating the path to the driver's home or door. | |
Interior
| Electronic Multi-Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Fabric Upholstery Seat coverings made from cloth. Affects comfort and interior style. | |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. | |
| Digital Clock Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format. | |
| Outside Temperature Display | |
| Driving Experience Control Eco | |
| Folding Table in The Rear Refers to a fold-out table tray attached either to the back of the front seats or in the central section of the rear seats. | |
Exterior
| Adjustable Headlamps | |
| Fog Lights - Front Extra lights at the front of the car that improve visibility in foggy conditions. Useful during low visibility conditions under foggy weather. | |
| Fog Lights - Rear Extra lights at the back of the car that make it more visible to other drivers in foggy conditions. | |
| Rain Sensing Wiper Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops. | |
| Rear Window Wiper A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather. | |
| Rear Window Washer A small nozzle that sprays water to clean the rear windshield. Helps in better cleaning of the rear windshield and improves rear visibility. | |
| Rear Window Defogger A heating element in the rear window to remove fog and melt frost from the rear window. | |
| Wheel Covers | |
| Alloy Wheels Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle. | |
| Power Antenna | |
| Tinted Glass Windows with a transparent thin film for privacy and to reduce sunlight. Saves the car interiors from direct sunlight. Also reduces glare and improves visibility during the day. | |
| Rear Spoiler Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks. | |
| Side Stepper Side steppers are a convenience feature, usually offered in vehicles with high floors, to make it easier to step into or out of the car. They are either pemanently fixed near the side of the vehicle or deploy electrically. The latter is usually only with luxury cars. | |
| Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic. | |
| Roof Rails Rails on the top of the car for carrying luggage. Useful if you have less storage inside the car or if you carry a lot of things while travelling. | |
| Sun Roof A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear. | |
| Tyre Size The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance. | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions. | Tubeless,Radial |
| Wheel Size The diameter of the car's wheels, not including the tyres. It affects the car's ride, handling, and appearance. | 14 Inch |
Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. | |
| Brake Assist | |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. | |
| Power Door Locks A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button. | |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. | |
| Anti-Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. | |
| Driver Airbag An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury | |
| Passenger Airbag An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard. | |
| Side Airbag | |
| Side Airbag-Rear | |
| Day & Night Rear View Mirror A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night. | |
| Passenger Side Rear View Mirror The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side. | |
| Rear Seat Belts Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car. | |
| Side Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a side collision. | |
| Front Impact Beams Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a front collision. | |
| Traction Control | |
| Adjustable Seats Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price. | |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure. | |
| Vehicle Stability Control System A system that helps prevent the car from skidding or losing control by applying brakes to individual wheels. Useful in case of emergency high-speed manoeuvres. | |
| Engine Immobilizer A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine. | |
| Crash Sensor Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls. | |
| Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear | |
| Engine Check Warning A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine. | |
| Clutch Lock | |
| EBD A system that adjusts the brake force applied to each wheel to optimize braking performance. | |
| Rear Camera A camera at the rear of the car to help with parking safely. | |
| Anti-Theft Device | |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car. | |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car. | |
| USB & Auxiliary input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers. | |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music. | |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info. | |
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- Car Is Handy
It is nice and it is very hand friendly. It's very compact and it runs smoothly and easily can fit in gaps in roads. You know about Indian roads in that road it is very nice and it is very comfortable. And the mileage of this car is soo good and for people who want to travel long distances can own this car you will not regret.Read More
- The buying experience was great
The buying experience was great, courteous staff, polite service and amazing support on financing. I loved the entire driving experience, the car was light on the foot and drives with one foot only. Coming from a Manual that is a simply amazing experience and I simply loved it. The exterior is done really well and lights up my garage. I plan to use it as my personal vehicle.Read More
- Body Weight and Build Quality is best
Nissan Micra, which I bought and used last 6 years and I am sharing my experience that Micra was incredible with Body weight and build quality, I ride the same 1,10,000 km and still there is no noise at all. I am using Diesel fuel option variant and still I am getting 23 km per litre mileage. that also very useful for a city and long drive. Now am confused to change my car. I did like to change my Micra. Smooth handling, more space than other cars, Dealer treat you very well and resolve you all queries. For the interior, it is as good as the exteriors. While driving you can feel the power of this hatchback. It's not the ultimate Nissan but yes it's "The NISSAN'.Fuel consumption is ok good mileage in city or highway. comfortable in drive and seat also comfortable to seat, easily adjust your driving seat, headlight, and tail lights are looking not so much good and One must choose this car if he has an average size family. A perfect engine with smart features enables and make this car pretty awesome. I find utility, comfort, economy, durability, and external shape. This car is spacious but it's not a mostly use.Nissan Micra is a good option if someone is planning to buy a car in the range of 4Lakh-7Lakh.Varied color options are also available to choose the best for you.Read More
- Worth to buy this car
I have a Nissan Micra Diesel version car. It have lots of pros and some cons. Pros: 1. Good Mileage. 2. Pickup is really nice. 3. Good Looking. 4. Nice to drive in long. 5. Interior is really nice. 6. Till 140 I didn't find and shaking. Cons: 1. Service cost is more. 2. Battery life is not good.Read More
- Nissan Micra XV Premium Diesel
I have the 2011 model Micra diesel variant top end XV premium model. Superb car in the hatchback segment. Very easy and smooth to handle even on high speeds. I can drive my Micra even for 1000 km. Very comfortable to drive. Once I drove 700 km in a day. The top speed was 154 kmph but it can reach 175 kmph. The car sticks to the road even on high speed up to 130 kmph. No vibration or engine sound inside the car. It feels like a petrol vehicle in pickup. By just pressing the accelerator it keeps on going smoothly without any stress in the engine. At the high speed, the sound may be felt. It feels like more number of gear are required but up to 160 kmph the car goes on smoothly. My Micra has been driven more than 165000 km but still, it's performing like a new vehicle. Pros: 1. Handling. 2. Travel comfort. 3. High speed. 4. Vehicle stability and control in normal speed. 5. Mileage.(18 kmpl - 19 kmpl). But not specified mileage 23.08 kmpl. But its good mileage. 6. Auto AC. 7. Driver Airbag. 8. Came with CD player and speakers. 9. Steering control. 10. Auto folding rear view mirror. Cons: 1. No ABS . 2. Service cost (Expensive for middle class). 3. No steering mount control and Bluetooth connectivity. 4. No Passenger Airbag. 5. No AMT transmission in diesel variant.Read More