New Nissan Micra : Full details & specs. EDIT - Launch on 14th July!

Thad E Ginathom · 16th June 2010, 16:15

Engines fail: one must be able to control the car, both steering and brakes without engine power, and one can.

Some people go so far as to coast down hills with the engine off. This is very bad practice --- but there is nothing, mechanically, to stop it.

designersf · 17th June 2010, 11:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

Engines fail: one must be able to control the car, both steering and brakes without engine power, and one can.

Some people go so far as to coast down hills with the engine off. This is very bad practice --- but there is nothing, mechanically, to stop it.

The same is the case in all the vehicles that ply on roads today. Not specific to the Micra.

spindoc · 17th June 2010, 12:49

There seems to be a lot of confusion / speculation over the Intelligent Key. I dug out some info from Wikipedia and elsewhere.

The Wikipedia entry clearly states that there is a requirement for a mechanical backup in the event of electronic failure.

It also states a new standard was introduced in 2005 requiring the device to be operable only within a distance of 10 cm from the vehicle. And the Micra's key system was found to be the most secure in tests at the time, even as Mercedes-Benz and BMW keys failed!

I guess that should put some of the doubts to rest.

References:
Smart key - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Micra's Top Of The Fobs | Auto Express News | News | Auto Express

Thad E Ginathom · 17th June 2010, 23:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by designersf

The same is the case in all the vehicles that ply on roads today. Not specific to the Micra.

Yes, I should have said "All...", because that's what I meant.

xingamazon · 18th June 2010, 10:03

Saw the print ad today of Nissan Micra a pure side shot seems to make the car look good.
I guess its the front shot and the back shot which makes it feel light. But the side view looks solid. Ranbir is lost in the ad, thanks to the presence of the car.

v.anand · 18th June 2010, 10:16

The only "not so great angle" of Micra in my view is the back, especially the tail lights. Otherwise its a good looking car with cool features. I am keenly waiting for the team-bhp road test of this car to know about the capability of its engines.

Daewood · 18th June 2010, 12:24

Got a call from Chennai Nissan dealer and he said the base model starts from 4.5L ex-showroom. If so they will be fighting in Fabia territory.
Test drive will start once car is launched on Jul 14.

designersf · 21st June 2010, 15:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daewood

Got a call from Chennai Nissan dealer and he said the base model starts from 4.5L ex-showroom. If so they will be fighting in Fabia territory.
Test drive will start once car is launched on Jul 14.

The prices have not been announced yet. It seems the prices will be announced on July 14. When I spoke to Sherif Nissan now, they say a tentative pricing of Rs 4.4, 5.2 and 5.8 (+/- 20,000) lakhs on-road for the three variants respectively.

SCH · 21st June 2010, 16:37

Dear ,

I m forwarding you the E-brochure for Micra & tentive price would be starting 4.00 to 5.30 and looking for an early appointment from your side.

Ex- Showroom Price

XE - 4 Lakh
XL - 4.80 Lakh
XV - 5.30 Lakh
XE Plus - 4.40 Lakh

Booking amount is 50,000/- Rs and the Amount is 100% refundable.

We would like to associate with you and your Esteemed Organization for Nissan vehicles.

And for further more Assistance please feel free to call/mail.

Thanks.

With Kind Regards/ shinsetsu na ten de

Sales Consultant
Nath Nissan/ nāsu nissan
Official Dealer for Nissan PC
A-30, Mohan Co-operative Ind. Estate,
Mathura Road, New Delhi – 110044

www.nathnissan.com

Samurai · 21st June 2010, 19:17

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devarshi84 · 21st June 2010, 22:14

Where is the e-brochure? can you upload it?

Thad E Ginathom · 21st June 2010, 22:18

You cab download it from the Nissan Micra India site. The link was posted a page or two back

carfanatic007 · 22nd June 2010, 16:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Samurai

Just got back from Nissan dealership in Bangalore. I think Micra is probably the best looking hatch in India right now. The photos were very unkind to it.

It is not very compact like Santro or i10. It is in the league of i20, Punto,etc., but much better looking. I was also very impressed with interior space and general fit and finish.

I also got a demo of push start feature on the Teana which works similarly. The car can be push started only if the key is inside the car. I held the key just outside the car, the push start didn't work. Only when the key was brought within the cage (door still open) of the car, the push start worked. So, stop worrying about others running away with the car.

Hey Samurai was it available for a TD?

GTO · 22nd June 2010, 16:57

Confirmed. Nissan Micra launch on 14th July, 2010.

pgsagar · 22nd June 2010, 17:50

I always admired Nissan for their cars--- Skyline GTR, 350Z and Pathfinder. But Micra? No offence meant but I expected something better from them. Especially for a mass market, hatches are know for. It doesn't look exciting and ground-breaking in any way. Neither sleek like Polo, nor butch and chunky like Swift. Looks too retro. And 3-cylinder diesel engine? I don't even want to talk about it. With these average looks, they need all the luck there is to make it a hot-seller. Anyway, good luck Nissan.

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spindoc BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Madras Posts: 356 Thanked: 293 Times	There seems to be a lot of confusion / speculation over the Intelligent Key. I dug out some info from Wikipedia and elsewhere. The Wikipedia entry clearly states that there is a requirement for a mechanical backup in the event of electronic failure. It also states a new standard was introduced in 2005 requiring the device to be operable only within a distance of 10 cm from the vehicle. And the Micra's key system was found to be the most secure in tests at the time, even as Mercedes-Benz and BMW keys failed! I guess that should put some of the doubts to rest. References: Smart key - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Micra's Top Of The Fobs \| Auto Express News \| News \| Auto Express Last edited by spindoc : 17th June 2010 at 12:55. Reason: Removed generalization
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18th June 2010, 10:03	#335
xingamazon Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 1,400 Thanked: 121 Times	Saw the print ad today of Nissan Micra a pure side shot seems to make the car look good. I guess its the front shot and the back shot which makes it feel light. But the side view looks solid. Ranbir is lost in the ad, thanks to the presence of the car.
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18th June 2010, 10:16	#336
v.anand BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 329 Thanked: 44 Times	The only "not so great angle" of Micra in my view is the back, especially the tail lights. Otherwise its a good looking car with cool features. I am keenly waiting for the team-bhp road test of this car to know about the capability of its engines.
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Daewood BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 940 Thanked: 233 Times	Got a call from Chennai Nissan dealer and he said the base model starts from 4.5L ex-showroom. If so they will be fighting in Fabia territory. Test drive will start once car is launched on Jul 14.
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SCH BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Kashipur Posts: 162 Thanked: 3 Times	Email received from Nath Nissan Dear , I m forwarding you the E-brochure for Micra & tentive price would be starting 4.00 to 5.30 and looking for an early appointment from your side. Ex- Showroom Price XE - 4 Lakh XL - 4.80 Lakh XV - 5.30 Lakh XE Plus - 4.40 Lakh Booking amount is 50,000/- Rs and the Amount is 100% refundable. We would like to associate with you and your Esteemed Organization for Nissan vehicles. And for further more Assistance please feel free to call/mail. Thanks. With Kind Regards/ shinsetsu na ten de Sales Consultant Nath Nissan/ nāsu nissan Official Dealer for Nissan PC A-30, Mohan Co-operative Ind. Estate, Mathura Road, New Delhi – 110044 www.nathnissan.com Last edited by Samurai : 21st June 2010 at 19:15. Reason: removing name/email/mobile numbers
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devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	Where is the e-brochure? can you upload it?
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21st June 2010, 22:18	#342
Thad E Ginathom Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 10,987 Thanked: 26,335 Times	You cab download it from the Nissan Micra India site. The link was posted a page or two back
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GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,460 Thanked: 299,943 Times View My Garage	Confirmed. Nissan Micra launch on 14th July, 2010.
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pgsagar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Vizag Posts: 2,620 Thanked: 3,536 Times View My Garage	I always admired Nissan for their cars--- Skyline GTR, 350Z and Pathfinder. But Micra? No offence meant but I expected something better from them. Especially for a mass market, hatches are know for. It doesn't look exciting and ground-breaking in any way. Neither sleek like Polo, nor butch and chunky like Swift. Looks too retro. And 3-cylinder diesel engine? I don't even want to talk about it. With these average looks, they need all the luck there is to make it a hot-seller. Anyway, good luck Nissan.
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