INTRODUCTION ;

This company is reputed for its diverse models in four wheelers, which happens to be one of the best vehicles available in the automobile market. It has a smart way to combine the features of different proportions in varied models, so that the particular unit which is released, always will appeal to the targeted customer category. Nissan Micra Active too falls in that line, where it has been bestowed with a right combination of all the sections including safety, more convenience and performance as well included within it. The company has equipped this model series with a reliable 1198cc petrol mill, which has three cylinders and 12 valves in total. This mill can generate 67.06bhp in combination with 104Nm toque and is mated with a manual transmission gear box. The company claims that this hatchback series has the ability to generate a peak mileage in the range of 19-20 Kmpl, when driven under standard conditions. It has a modest top speed and is quite zippy even with all five passengers seated inside. Get on Road Price of Micra Active

DESIGN AND STYLING ;

The 2017 Nissan Micra Active now comes in new sunshine orange shade that was previously seen in the regular model. In terms of design, the 2017 Micra Active largely retains most of its traits in the front and side profiles. The only addition is the ‘follow me headlamps’ that remain on for a certain duration. The rear profile gets an update in the form of new combination lamps and sportier bumper, making it look comparatively better than the previous iteration. Also, it borrows heavily from the Renault Pulse hatchback. The 2017 Micra doesn’t get any substantial updates in the exterior design. Apply car loan for Micra Active at Carzprice

CABIN ;

Interior styling is similar to the pre-facelift version of Micra armed with basic features found in other hatchbacks in the segment Cabin is equipped with power tilt steering, manual AC, power windows in front & rear, remote keyless entry, internally adjustable ORVM, adjustable headrest, 2 bottle holders, 3 cup holders, gear shift indicator and 12V power outlet.

Safety equipment on the Micra Active include driver airbag standard across line-up. Other features like passenger airbag, ABS with EBD & brake assist and driver seat belt warning indicator are available only on the top-spec variant. Centre door locking, speed sensing auto door locking, speed sensing auto door lock etc.

ENGINE AND PERFORMANCE ;

The Nissan Micra Active comes with an 1,198 cc petrol engine which produces 65 hp of power at 5,000 rpm along with 104 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine’s performance is acceptable for its segment.

The Nissan Micra Active comes with a 5 speed manual transmission. Gear changes are smooth, however, no variant is offered with an automatic gearbox.

The Nissan Micra Active has an ARAI rated fuel efficiency of 16.5 kmpl in city along with 19.5 kmpl on the highway. For its segment, these fuel efficiency figures are reasonable.

RIDE AND HANDLING ;

The power steering of Micra Active is deft and manoeuvrable and this makes it an ideal car for congested areas. The turning radius of 4.65 m is one of the smallest in this segment. Ventilated disc brakes are fitted in the front while the rear end gets drum brakes for efficient braking. An advanced Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) makes it a safe hatchback. The staunch suspension is a McPherson Strut for the front wheels and a torsion beam system for the rear ones.

SAFETY AND FEATURES ;

Micra Active has ABS and driver-plus-front passenger airbags as a top-model feature.Nissan has astutely focused on the safety parameters. Central door locking with keyless entry, driver side power window with auto down and anti pinch features, child safety locks for the rear doors, powerful halogen headlamps for enhanced visibility for the driver, side and front impact beams, an electrical power steering with tilt adjustment, seat belts for added safety of the passengers, front wash and wiper for the windscreen are practical features. Driver seat belt warning notification, a door ajar warning indicator, a low fuel warning lamp, a head lamp on warning notification and a key remove warning indicator underscore the safety features. Nissan has also given this hatchback the highly advanced ABS + EBD + BA system and speed sensing automatic door locks, prevent your wheels from locking.

CONCLUSSION ;

Nissan’s Micra Active has superior all-round visibility that is slightly marred by the thick C-pillar. It has bulbous outcrops flanking the bonnet and this makes it a rarity among modern cars where the bonnet is almost never visible and this makes parking in tight spots extremely easy. Micra Active lives up to its tagline ‘drive easy, live better’