Nissan Micra

Nissan tries to revamp its entire model offerings. It has plans to launch cars in all segments based on single platform. A small hatch has already been launched in Indian market and a sedan, MPV are much awaited cars on same V-Platform.
First, lets get into some statistics. Since the launch of Nissan Micra, Nissan India sales have grown by around 20 times over the same period last year. Nissan Micra has touched a sales figure of 1200 per month in India. The number might sound too small, but considering a small network of 19 dealers it can be termed as a magnificent job.
I was impressed by the exterior looks of the vehicle. As compared to other premium hatches, this car has surely brought unique identity. The smiling face, roundness feel everywhere and Slopping roofline give a cute look to the vehicle. Micra can be termed as mini Beetle and trust me it wont be an insult to curves to Volkswagen Beauty. The rear with its flat looks, is bit awkward but overall car will not disappoint with its exterior looks.
There is no need to pull the keys out of your pocket to enter the car. It just require a push on the request switch. Once seated, electric push start will give a classy feel. Micra is the first car in the segment to offer these features. One look around, and I was quite impressed by the look and layout of the instrument panel. The round theme followed all around, starting from the audio, AC controls and vents, dashboard, and not to forget, the steering wheel. The metallic finish, orange back lights and the greige color scheme gave a lively and cheerful atmosphere inside. Top variant is fully loaded and it flaunts features which are not even present in entry sedans.
But the story was different for lower variants of Micra. The lower variants carry all black interiors with no jazzy features. The lower variants may give a feel of cheap Chinese quality. I feel overall interior package of low and Mid variant is average. Seat comfort, Space, and feel just a notch below the standards of a premium hatch.
Even when it comes to initial pick up the car is quite sluggish. It stands nowhere close to the performance of Maruti, Hyundai and Volkswagen. Even the car gave a poor show in ride and handling. May be because of its exceptionally low weight it just sways during swift lane changing and floats over smooth road. Even the experience of riding over is quite noisy.
Why Buy:
Exterior looks, Features of XV Variant, Value for Money
Why Reject:
Ride and handling, Average Engine Performance