The new version of the Micra, which was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March, is powered by a 1.2-liter three-cylinder supercharged gasoline engine delivering an output of 98HP.
According to Nissan, the new powerplant “offers the performance of a bigger petrol engine with the fuel economy of a diesel”.
Nissan’s claims are supported by the 68.9 mpgUK (57.36 mpg US or 4,09 lt/100 km) and 95 g/km CO2 emissions of the base Visia edition, while for the better-equipped and thus heavier Acenta and Tekna, the respective numbers are 65.7 mpg UK (54.7mpg UK or 4.3 lt/100 km) and 99 g/km.
The DIG-S engine operates on the Miller Cycle, where the inlet valve stays open longer. Along with a high compression ratio, direct injection, variable timing control with eco mode, specially shaped pistons and auto stop-start system, the Micra DIG-S offers increased fuel efficiency and exemption from UK road tax and congestion charges.
The DIG-S Micra costs £1,000 more than the equivalent non-supercharged version and is available with a five-speed manual gearbox. The basic Visia version costs £11,150, the Acenta £12,150 and the Tekna £13,650. Buyers can opt for a CVT auto transmission, which adds another £1,000 to the price.
