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Nissan has introduced a couple
of tempting special editions
offering even better value for
money on its practical, yet
distinctive Micra and Note
hatchback models, both of which
are on sale now.
The first of these, the
Micra Visia+, for just
an extra £500 over the standard
Visia model gives manual air
conditioning and an upgrade to
the more feisty 80 PS 1.2-litre
petrol engine. It’s just as
economical as the 65 PS unit,
delivering 47.9 mpg (manual) and
42.8 mpg (automatic) combined,
yet the manual model hits 62mph
in a more sprightly 13.5 secs
for a more dynamic drive in the
cut and thrust of city traffic.
For those who like their
interiors a little bit more
vibrant, there’s a unique cabin
treatment on offer, with snazzy
orange seat trim contrasting
with a chocolate finish to the
dashboard, steering wheel and
gear lever. Graphite upholstery
remains available for those with
more conservative tastes. On the
outside, the full Micra palette
of paint shades is available,
but they’re joined by the
exclusive and sparkling Sunlit
Copper that really will show the
Micra Visia+ off to best effect
in spring sunshine.
The added spec comes on top of
the standard Visia grade’s side
airbags, front active headrests,
a CD player, power front
windows, rear sliding seat,
central locking and ISOFIX
childseat mounting points.
Prices start at £7995 for the 3
door manual, with an extra £650
for the 5 door model and a £900
supplement for the automatic
gearbox option. In terms of
insurance, all models get a low,
group 2 rating.
Nissan’s Note offers all the
agility and easy driving
qualities of a B-segment
hatchback, and all the comfort
and equipment of a C segment
car. Now the Note Visia+
special edition adds manual air
conditioning with a pollen
filter and the novel Flexi-Board
system. Usefully, the 9-litre
glovebox – enough to swallow 12
cans of drink – can be cooled
using this special edition’s air
con system.
Like Micra, Note Visia+ carries
only a £500 premium with prices
starting from £10,595 for the 88
PS 1.4-litre manual model.
Alternatively, customers can opt
for the 110 PS 1.6-litre petrol
engine (with a manual or
automatic gearbox) or the 86 PS
1.5-litre turbo diesel. |
