New Delhi: Nissan has launched the new diesel-powered Micra XE variant priced at Rs 5.57 lakh ex-showroom Delhi. With the new diesel variant, Nissan now offers 12 variants of Micra in India.
The entry level Micra XE is based on the popular fourth generation city car with redesigned exteriors, refreshed interiors and some user friendly features adding to the new look.
The diesel-powered Micra XE variant is available in a range of six colours: olive green (new), turquoise blue (new), blade silver, storm white, onyx black and brick red. The company claims the car delivers fuel economy of 23.08 kmpl (certified by ARAI).
The Nissan Micra range comes with a standard manufacturers' warranty of 2 years/50,000km (whichever is earlier).
"The launch of new Micra range in July received an overwhelming response from our customers. The new Micra diesel variant is a good value proposition and a desirable option for the Indian customers. We are keen to replicate the success of the existing variants with this diesel-powered XE variant of the new Micra," said Kenichiro Yomura, president, Nissan India operations and MD & CEO, Nissan Motor India.
"Adding the XE variant in diesel (to the new Micra) will further augment the volumes for this model due to its aggressive entry level price point. This is not just another variant but is the right product at the right time. To ensure good sales and after sales service across the nation, we are increasing our dealer networks at a rapid pace. We have also partnered with major banking institutions to provide easy financing and loans disbursement schemes through our dealerships for our retail customers," added Nitish Tipnis, director — sales & marketing, Hover Automotive India (Nissan's national sales company).
Some major features in the Micra Diesel XE are: chrome plated radiator grille, tilt steering, drive computer, and driver airbag. Safety features include immobilizer, driver seat belt warning indicator, door ajar warning indicator, low fuel level warning indicator, headlight on warning indicator, key remove warning indicator etc.
