Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Mini
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Nissan decided to introduce a final refresh for the Micra range in late 1999 for the 2000 model year, and besides the exterior upgrades, the drivetrains were also improved.
With the introduction of the Euro 3 emission standards in Europe, which became mandatory for all new cars starting in January 2001, the Japanese carmaker had to improve the Micra after the 1997 facelift.
Even though the biodesign era was closed to an end, the carmaker didn't feel to completely abandoning the ideas. Thus, the two-leaf grille design with chromed surroundings adorned the car's front fascia. Its headlights were slightly curved and featured amber turn-signals incorporated into the headlamps, while the bumper sported, as an option, a pair of reshaped, triangular foglamps that flanked the broad lower grille. From its profile, the small-sized Micra featured body-colored door mirrors, while the door handles were still black. A total of ten colors were available for the car. Last but not least, the carmaker installed light-alloy wheels for the sports trim level.
The interior could have been described as cozy, thanks to the small bucket seats at the front and the narrow bench in the rear. Even though the passengers could climb easier in the back, the elbow- and shoulder room was limited. Moreover, Nissan installed only two headrests on the split-folding (60/40) bench.
Under the hood, the carmaker installed a choice of two engines of 1.0- and 1.3-liter mated to a five-speed manual. For the bigger engine, Nissan also offered an option for a CVT (continuously variable transmission). It was the first time when such a gearbox could have been installed on a vehicle that featured ABS.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L 16V 5MT FWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 998 cm3 |
Power: | 44 KW @ 6000 RPM 60 HP @ 6000 RPM 59 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 59 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 80 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.1 gallons (42.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 93.2 mph (150 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165/60/R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 147.6 in (3749 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.5/52 in (1,359/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.9 in (2360 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1807.8 lbs (820 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2954.2 lbs (1340 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L 16V CVT FWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 998 cm3 |
Power: | 44 KW @ 6000 RPM 60 HP @ 6000 RPM 59 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 59 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 80 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.1 gallons (42.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 91 mph (146 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165/60/R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 147.6 in (3749 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.5/52 in (1,359/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.9 in (2360 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1841 lbs (835 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2954 lbs (1340 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (82 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1348 cm3 |
Power: | 60 KW @ 6000 RPM 82 HP @ 6000 RPM 80 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 80 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 108 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 11.1 gallons (42.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165/60/R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 147.6 in (3749 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.5/52 in (1,359/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.9 in (2360 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1862.9 lbs (845 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 2998.3 lbs (1360 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 38.5 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 147 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L D 5MT FWD (58 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1527 cm3 |
Power: | 42 KW @ 5000 RPM 57 HP @ 5000 RPM 56 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 70 lb-ft @ 2250 RPM 95 Nm @ 2250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 11.1 gallons (42.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 90.7 mph (146 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165/60/R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 147.6 in (3749 mm) |
Width: | 63 in (1600 mm) |
Height: | 56.7 in (1440 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 53.5/52 in (1,359/1,321 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 92.9 in (2360 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.3 cuFT (207 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 1951.1 lbs (885 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3064.4 lbs (1390 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 140 g/km |