Nissan Micra

Good first car but a bit underpowered

Advantages: Economical, reliable, handles well, cheap, reasonably comfortable, good roadholding
Disadvantages: Dosen't look great, basic kit, underpowered, not very fun compared to other small cars

...Though I do not recommend this as this wastes fuel, your clutch and your tyres. In conclusion, if you are considering a Nissan Micra then I recommend you go for it. There are many quality cheap examples available so look around. Beware of ex-driving school cars and rare subframe rust. ...

TheOpinionatedman 12.07.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Nissan Micra 1.0

Ideal car for difficult times

Advantages: Cheap & reliable, easy to repair, refined, well built
Disadvantages: Lacks an image, noisy timing chains

...why not consider this particular Nissan Micra. This particular model is no longer available new but there are still thousands on the road in the UK & many up for sale in garage forecourts. I once worked at a Nissan dealership when this model was introduced & also run one for three years so I can speak from experience. There have been Nissan Micras since 1983, the original model (K10 series) was a big seller in the UK & became a favourite with the ...
...stride never getting stuck. Nissan upgraded the model around 1998 & tried to eliminate the 'cutey' look from the front end by giving the Micra bigger headlamps & a more aggressive grille, the rear lamps were changed & the dash up graded. They also introduced bigger engines. What should I look out for if I am buying one? The smooth 16 valve engine can suffer from noisy timing chains at high mileage, this is a labour intensive job & can become quite ...

ScottishWestie 29.06.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Nissan Micra 1.3

2007 Micra Initia 1240cc 79bhp black

Advantages: Fun and easy to drive, quick, shape a bit different, roomy, economical, cheap & cheerful.
Disadvantages: None for this price range of car

I am a mature male owner. I recently bought this car. Quite a step away from the usual purchase i.e I usual drive something with more cc. last car was a VW golf 2L cabriolet. The Micra has 14,000 on the clock and needs it's first MOT test in March. This is a smashing little car, I bought it because they're a bit different in looks and didn't want to spend out on a Fiat 500; yet. I bought a set of fox alloy wheels and tyres for it which really finishes ...
...that steps away from the fuddy duddy image they may have aquired. The little twin cam is quick and efficient, will easily gets you up to 100mph on your own private motorway and more than hold it's own on the public one. It's very nippy, good in town and on the open road. Last fill of petrol, 20L, gave me 247 miles; that just running around locally; would anticipate more on a run. There is no body roll when thrown into a round about etc. It's a safe. ...

Capt.Pugwash 29.07.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Nissan Micra 1.2 2003

Nissan Micra

Advantages: The looks and the fuel type is amazing and the insurance group.
Disadvantages: Not that much safety and the comfort.

Nissan Micra's come in a 1.0 litre hatchback they mostly come in 5 doors or 3 doors. The performance on the road is very nippy, 3/5 also the handling and the ride is quite the same. These Micra's are great insurance group is low fuel is great, on the otherhand the security isnt becuase some micras from 1994-1998 dont have any alarm or anything but ll models have plenty of airbags. The ownership is great buying and selling is easy and no hassle to ...
...gave the ownership a 4/5. These 1.0litre micras changed a lot from the 1900's till know there are over 100,000 micras know in the U.K. The looks of a micra is great thats what attracts people to buy these cars. 9/10 people voted that micras are good for first drivers. ...

mujtabaa123 30.05.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Nissan Micra 1.0

My baby

Advantages: Cheap insurance, Cheap run around, comfortable, reliable
Disadvantages: Your reputation

As it says, dont expect to be considered 'cool' in this car. Its either considered a womens car or an old peoples car. Trust me, i know. I'm down with the kids ;). However, dispite this inital worry, the car is very economical and seems to run pretty fine. Its got the best working heating I've ever experienced in a car, which is a must have on these cold winter days! Very easy to handle even without the power stearing. My gas meter is very dodgy ...
...car but it would be good to know if anyone has experienced this, it basically goes a lot higher when i go up hill and empty when i go down. £10 fills up half the tank in mine but I feel the meter could be missleading. Overall, a very good car for a nice run around! Comfortable Drive, and enjoyable. :) ...

Shaneyb123 28.01.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Nissan Micra 1.0