Nissan Micra
₹5.87 Lakhs
Ex-Showroom Price
Nissan Micra
The Nissan Micra was a premium European-origin hatchback sold in India from 2010 to 2020. With petrol CVT and diesel options, stylish Euro design, and 4-star safety, it offered a distinctive alternative to domestic hatchbacks — though pricing limited mass appeal.
Price Breakup
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Key Specification
23.08 kmpl (Diesel) / 19.02 kmpl (Petrol CVT)
Mileage
1198 cc (Petrol) / 1461 cc (Diesel)
Engine Displacement
4
Cylinders
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76 PS (Petrol) / 86 PS (Diesel)
Max Power
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104 Nm (Petrol) / 200 Nm (Diesel)
Max Torque
5
Sitting Capacity
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Petrol / Diesel
Fuel Type
165 mm (unladen)
Ground Clearance
175/65 R15
Tire Size
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251 Litres
Boot Space
Hatchback
Body Type
5-speed MT / CVT (Petrol)
Transmission
Nissan Micra variants
The Nissan Micra price for the base model starts at ₹7.1 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom) and ₹7.46 Lakhs (On-Road, Noida). There are 3 variants listed below.
₹7.46 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹6.16 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹8.09 Lakhs
On-Road price
Nissan Micra Colors (4)
Nissan Micra Colors (4)
Storm White
Storm White
Turquoise Blue
Night Shade
Blade Silver
Nissan Micra Latest Updates
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Nissan Micra was discontinued in India in January 2020 due to declining sales and BS-VI compliance challenges.
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The Micra Active (a rebadged Micra with base specs) was sold separately until 2017.
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Micra was manufactured at Nissan's Oragadam plant in Chennai and was widely exported to Europe.
India export hub
The Nissan Micra was assembled in India and exported to Europe and other markets — making Chennai's Oragadam plant a significant export hub for Nissan globally during the model's production run.
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How is Nissan Micra
Pros
- •Euro-inspired design and premium feel uncommon in the budget hatchback segment.
- •Diesel variant delivered 23.08 kmpl — excellent efficiency.
- •CVT automatic available with petrol — one of few at the time.
Cons
- •Discontinued in 2020.
- •Priced above domestic rivals with similar features.
- •Nissan's thin service network limited appeal outside metros.
User Review
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Comfort
Performance
Economy
Value for money
Q. The Nissan Micra K13 used prices range from ₹3–8 Lakh in India — for a buyer wanting a premium-feel small car, is it worth choosing over a Maruti Baleno or Hyundai i20 at similar used prices?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Micra's European suspension tuning and cabin quality genuinely distinguish it from the Baleno and i20 at similar used prices — the ride compliance, door-closing solidity, and driving feel are perceptibly more premium. The Micra 1.2L CVT variant is particularly well-suited to Indian city driving. The honest disadvantages: Nissan India's reduced service network and the Micra's weaker resale demand mean it depreciates faster than both Maruti and Hyundai alternatives. For a buyer in a metro city who prioritises driving quality over resale and brand service, the Micra is a genuinely underrated choice.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Between the Micra's 1.2L petrol and 1.5L diesel — which is the practical choice for Indian ownership in 2025–26?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The 1.5L K9K diesel (64 PS) returns 22–25 km/l highway and 16–19 km/l city — extraordinary efficiency that makes it one of the most fuel-efficient cars ever sold in India. However, the diesel Micra in 2025–26 faces a practical challenge: BS4 diesel vehicles face restrictions in several metro city zones, and Nissan India discontinued diesel variants after 2019. The 1.2L petrol (80 PS) is the current sensible choice — 14–17 km/l city, no emission restriction concerns, and simpler maintenance. If you find a pre-2019 diesel Micra in excellent condition outside restricted zones, the fuel savings are substantial; within metros, the petrol is the practical option.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. The Micra's independent rear suspension — how noticeably different is its ride quality from torsion-beam rivals like the Maruti Swift or Hyundai Grand i10 on Indian roads?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Micra K13's torsion beam rear suspension (not fully independent, as sometimes marketed) is calibrated for European road feel — it absorbs mid-frequency road irregularities better than the Swift's torsion beam, particularly at urban speeds of 40–60 km/h. The difference is most felt on city roads with frequent small imperfections rather than large potholes (where all small cars feel similar). For passengers sitting in the rear specifically, the Micra's secondary ride comfort is genuinely superior to most sub-8 Lakh hatchbacks — a benefit that extended family members who ride in the back will appreciate immediately.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Nissan Micra vs Volkswagen Polo (used) vs Honda Jazz (used) at ₹5–8 Lakh — which hatchback delivers the most complete premium small-car experience?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Polo (6th gen) is the most European-feeling of the three with VW build quality — but carries the highest service costs and parts lead times. The Jazz offers Honda's reliability and a uniquely spacious cabin with the Magic Seats. The Micra balances European ride quality with Japanese mechanical reliability (Nissan-Renault K9K or HR12 engines) at the most accessible of the three service costs. For pure driving quality, Polo; for cabin practicality, Jazz; for the best balance of premium feel and manageable ownership, the Micra is the compelling dark horse. The Micra's most honest limitation: its resale market is the thinnest of the three.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Long-term Nissan Micra K13 ownership — what do 80,000–1,00,000 km owners report about reliability and running costs?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Micra K13 high-mileage owners report excellent reliability on both the HR12DE petrol and K9K diesel — the engines are straightforward and durable. Age-related maintenance items: throttle body carbon cleaning at 60,000 km (HR12DE, ₹2,000–₹4,000), rear torsion beam bush replacement at 80,000–1,00,000 km (₹3,000–₹5,000 per side), and AC compressor service at 80,000 km. Annual maintenance cost from an authorised or independent workshop: ₹8,000–₹14,000 (petrol), slightly higher for diesel. The Micra's known weak point in India: rear wiper motor failure due to water ingress during monsoon — a ₹3,000–₹5,000 repair that most high-mileage owners have experienced at least once.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
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