Description
The Nissan Micra is a well?known supermini that mixes practicality, low running costs and user?friendly driving. In Acenta trim it strikes a good balance between value and equipment without costing more than you need to on a used example. It’s powered by a 1.2?litre petrol engine paired with a manual gearbox, designed for easy, economical everyday use.
Engine, Performance & Economy
Engine: 1.2?litre 3?cylinder petrol
Power: approx 79?BHP
Torque: around 104?Nm
Transmission: 5?speed manual
0?62?mph: around 12–13?seconds
Top speed: ~106?mph
Fuel economy is a strong point, with around 50?55?mpg combined in typical use and moderate CO? emissions, helping to keep annual tax and petrol costs down. This makes it ideal if your daily driving is mainly urban or mixed town and motorway runs.
Interior & Practicality
Inside, the Micra offers a comfortable cabin for four adults with reasonable headroom and legroom for its class. The boot capacity is around 300?litres — plenty for weekly shopping, weekend bags or a couple of suitcases — and the rear seats fold down to increase load space when needed.
The dashboard layout is simple and intuitive, with clear controls that make everyday use easy and undemanding.
Trim & Equipment – Acenta
Acenta trim adds sensible equipment over the base model to enhance comfort and convenience, typically including:
5?inch or 7?inch infotainment screen with Bluetooth and USB connectivity
Air conditioning for cabin comfort
Cruise control and speed limiter to help with longer journeys
DAB digital radio for better audio options
Electric front windows and remote central locking
Steering?wheel controls for audio and phone use
These features bring a good level of tech and comfort without adding unnecessary cost.
Driving Experience
The Micra’s light clutch and easy gear ratios mean it’s relaxed in town traffic and comfortable cruising on faster roads. Steering is light and easy, making tight parking and narrow streets less stressful. Suspension is tuned for comfort, so it deals with everyday bumps without fuss.
Safety & Practical Aids
Standard safety and assistance technology on Acenta models often includes:
ABS with EBD (electronic brake?force distribution)
Multiple airbags
Traction control and stability systems
Rear parking sensors on many examples
These systems help keep daily driving confidence high and contribute to safer journeys overall.
Why It’s a Good Choice
The 2016 Nissan Micra 1.2?Acenta makes sense for buyers who want:
A compact and easy?to?drive city car
Low running and tax costs
A practical hatch for everyday usage
Comfortable seating and sensible equipment
It’s also a good stepping stone if you’re new to driving or looking for dependable, straightforward transport.
If you’re considering one as your next car, checking current mileage and full spec details on a dealer listing like those at www.sandicliffe.co.uk
helps you find the right example, and they can support you with part?exchange, warranty and finance options to make buying smoother.