A very good decision - Micra XV Premium Diesel

 

Exterior Looking similar to an AStar and i10 / i20, Micra seems familiar at a distance, coming up close it is definitly different and more cute.  It is all curves, smooth and fine. Mine is Sunshine Orange and it looks definitly different, quiet what I wanted.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) There is a lot of space for a hatchback, Iam 5.9 and quiet a large frame and I need lots of space and Micra does have it. Large windows visibility is fantastic. seats have been improved from the test drive vehicle, getting out is not very easy but not at all difficult. Tilt adjustable steering, drive computer, climb assist, a very good audio system, the dash lights are a warm orange, Air bag for driver the details are the same as mentioned in all web sites including nissan's. What I felt good was the ample space, the automatic climate control - I strongly advice all to go in for auto climate controle it is so comfortable, the audio system is very good,  good thump and nice clarity of sound, seats are wide and comfortable. The dash and other plastics does feel good and are of good quality. The fit and finish is also good. Engine noise is audible inside but resonable.  Overall interiors GOOD.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine Perfomance - Good pick up, no lag, smooth and peppy, Fuel Economy - A good 21.9kmpl as per drive computer. the blocks representing the fuel gauge is not coming down, Gear box - Smooth no problem.  

Ride Quality & Handling Ride quality is good, no swaying feels planted, pot holes are felt softly, seats are comfotable, good thigh support side support head rests are detachable front and back and soft, lots of leg room front and back even with the front seat fully pushed back. The power steering is responsive and does not strain. Corners can be taken with confidence at higher speeds. I would have felt even more  safe with ABS. Overall Good.

Final Words I made a good dicision to buy Micra amids speculation of a sparsely populated dealers and a very few number of vehicles on the road. The vehicle is definitly good and the quality of the car will definitly bring in more buyers. I have turned myself into a big fan of  Micra. For the price - I got a lot of gooddies. I would also  like to mention that Nissan is the only company which responded to my on line request for an  test drive within 5 minutes of posting the request. The rest some have responded in 3-4 weeks some I am waiting, even after 10 weeks have passed. Kudos to EVM Nissan Earnakulam too.

Areas of improvement I started out to buy a Sedan but came back to a hatchback and setteled with Micra. I did get most of the features I wanted in a Sedan in a hatchback at a much lower price but I would have been fully satisfied if it had ABS and a USB port also. But still I love my MICRA.

Good looking, Smart, Peppy, Stylish and LoadedWish it had ABS and USB port too.