Nissan Micra Hatchback 1.2 S 3d (2003/53) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Great, does exactly what it says on the tin plus loads of deals out there. Got mine with a years free insurance, 3 year warranty, 1 year RAC, and all that for £7400 - Bargain!
Costs
Good on the petrol, currently running about 40MPG and thats driving like a lunatic, if I take it easy it does 55+ on long journeys. Servicing was £120 last time.
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On the road
Driving
Drives nicely, convienient and very good visibility, except out the rear window when reversing.
Performance
Fast for a 1.2, had it over 116MPH and it isn't slow from a start. Dies a bit above 70 and guzzles fuel above 80. Steering gets a bit light about 90 tho and wallows in the corners without much effort. Engine = Great, Suspension = Soft
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Living with it
Reliability
Not a problem, until someone drove into it, but even then only a couple of little rattles that was fixed in 10 min at the local garage. Seat folding mechanism snapped, but has been replaced with stronger one (all new Micras now use it), under warranty.
Image
Pretty funky looking, bit of an old person reputation though. Price is climbing too with its increasing popularity. Still a odd looking Micra.
Comfort
A million hidden cubby holes, fully adjustable seats and steering, high driving position, CD player even on basic S, good sound system, a ton of boot space. Not much space for rear passengers, seats a little uncomfy on long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
Factroy fitted immobiliser and deadlocks, remote central locking. It isn't the most sporty looking car so what joy rider is gonna steal it?
Service
Had a little niggle I wanted fixed under warranty, phoned up local nissan garage, was in the next morning and fixed in 20 minutes. Didnt cost a penny. Service was fairly cheap at £120, with similar hassle free nature.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None
Other
Passenger seat folding mechanism snapped, replaced in 20 minutes at garage, no charge.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes