Nissan Primera Hatchback 1990-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of car for under £2000.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    If things go wrong, search for a scrapyard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Well poised and great ride on smooth surfaces.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Needs to be revved, but when it does, it goes.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Find a low miler (my had 79K) and rest easy. Watch window lifters though.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Has aged well compared to models of the same year. (eg. Ford Sierra).

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sports suspension comes at a cost, but you get used to it.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Buy one with an immobiliser if possible.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Cost, cost, cost.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Check rear shocks (£170 for replacements as I found out).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes