Nissan Primera Hatchback 1996

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Cheap, but depreciation just keeps going.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Nissan dealer hideously expensive so use local independent.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb chassis and roadholding but abysmal turning circle.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Frustrating lack of torque and long gearing, but good above 3000rpm.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive airbag module failure (£350), otherwise just consumables.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What image? Cross between taxi and OAP cushions-on-backshelf nightmare.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Supple ride, firm but not crashy.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Who'd want to nick a Primera unless they'e desparate anyway?

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive but efficient.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Airbag module failure.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No