Auto Car Sport News: 2011 Nissan Micra Review and Wallpapers

The 2011 Nissan Micra has just been unveiled at the company's press conference at the Geneva auto show. The 2011 Nissan Micra comes with a new exterior design and a re-styled interior. The 2011 Nissan Micra will come with a new 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that develops 59kW (80ps) and 108Nm of torque. It emits 115g/km of CO2. The 2011 Nissan Micra will also be available with a supercharged 1.2-litre direct injection engine with start/stop that develops 72kW (98PS) and 142Nm of torque. This version of the 2011 Nissan Micra outputs 95g/km of CO2.
The 2011 Nissan Micra will be fitted with a 5-speed manual gearbox or Nissan's all-new Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

The supercharged Micra delivers particularly strong mid-range response from 40km/h upwards and the gearshift and clutch operation is on par with its rivals. Despite losing a cylinder, it feels like a particularly strong unit and, although Nissan is championing the car’s ultra-low C02 emissions of just 95 g/km, the company could easily push its sportier credentials.

The all-new Nissan Micra comes standard with Vehicle Dynamic Control, Anti-Lock Brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist, as well as front and side and curtain airbags on all models.

In the cabin, Bluetooth connectivity and a multifunction Drive Computer are standard, along with a unique digital anniversary reminder, air conditioning, remote entry, CD player, aux MP3 audio input jack and tilt-adjust steering column.

The new Nissan Micra will be available in three trim grades, ST, ST-L and Ti, with the range-topping model getting features such as the Nissan Intelligent Key and push button engine start/stop, climate-control air-conditioning, reversing sensors, 15-inch alloy wheels and front fog lights.

Engine choices will vary by market, with only two being offered in Europe. These include the brand new 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine producing 80 PS (59 kW / 78 hp) and up to 108Nm (80 lb-ft) of torque. Running on petrol, the engine gives off 115 grams of CO2 per kilometer. A supercharged, direct-injection 1.2-liter engine will also be sold. This unit includes start/stop, reducing emissions to 95g/km, while improving performance to 98 PS (72 kW / 96 hp) up to 142 Nm (105 lb-ft) of torque. Transmission choices include a five-speed manual and a new CVT.