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Nissan has released the prices
for its new highly-advanced,
Micra DIG-S. Representing the
latest in low-emission engine
technology, the DIG-S offers the
performance of a bigger petrol
engine but with the fuel economy
of a diesel.
The ultra low emission
1.2-litre, three cylinder
supercharged petrol engine emits
only 95g/km for the Visia
version and 99g/km for the
better-equipped Acenta and Tekna
models. Official fuel
consumption is 68.9mpg or
65.7mpg on the combined cycle,
beating some similarly sized
diesel models. Unlike most
economy models though, the DIG-S
also has a performance boost,
with power rising from 80PS to
98PS.
The cost of this ground-breaking
technology? The DIG-S costs just
£1,000 more than the
equivalent*, non-supercharged
version; much less than the
price premiums charged by many
rivals for equivalent diesel
versions. Owners will also see
savings at the pumps, with
diesel currently averaging 4.1p
per litre** more than petrol.
The engine achieves the
improvements in power and
economy through a series of
measures to improve efficiency.
Direct injection, valve timing
control with eco mode, improved
exhaust gas recirculation,
specially shaped pistons and a
higher compression ratio ensure
the most power is extracted from
every drop of fuel.
To
reduce inefficient power loss
within the engine operating
system the Miller Cycle is
incorporated. By allowing the
inlet valve to stay open longer,
along with a higher compression
ratio, the compression stroke
becomes more efficient.
More energy is saved by using an
intelligent alternator which
recharges the battery when the
engine power is not in demand,
such as under braking. A stop /
start function also helps to
reduce emissions and fuel
consumption by automatically
turning off the engine whilst
stationary and restarts again
when you are ready to move off.
The amount of CO2
saved during stop / start is
displayed on the dashboard.
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The engine is available as a
5-speed manual or with an
optional advanced CVT automatic
gearbox for an additional
£1,000.
Competitive insurance group
ratings for the DIG-S has been
set at 8E for the Visia and 9E
for the Acenta and Tekna grades,
based on the Association of
British Insurers (ABI) 50 group
rating system. |
