Electric revival for the Nissan Micra: Now a zero-emission vehicle
The automotive world is abuzz with the news of the return of a classic - the Nissan Micra. After a hiatus of nearly two years, the Micra is making a comeback, this time as an electric car on the Renault 5's AmpR platform.
The new Nissan Micra is set to offer a distinctive ambiance, available in two versions - Modern and Audacious. The interior, much like its French counterpart, will feature the same hardware and software. The car's multimedia system, OpenR-Link, is based on Google and has proven to be reliable and responsive in Renault electric cars.
The Micra Electric will be offered in two variants, each with different battery sizes. The charging capacities for the Micra Electric are identical to those of the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric. However, it's worth noting that Nissan has yet to provide any official information regarding the charging capacities or the location of the charging port.
Production of the new Micra Electric is taking place in France at the Renault ElectriCity plant in Douai. The launch date for the new Micra is set for the end of the year, but the manufacturer has remained silent on the specific selling prices of the different variants. Reports suggest that the new Micra may be priced higher than the Renault 5, potentially exceeding the 28,000 euro threshold by several hundred euros.
The sixth generation of the compact car, the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, features a forward-looking, independent design with SUV influences. In contrast, the new Nissan Micra is expected to offer a larger number of exterior paint colours compared to the Renault 5, with 14 colours available.
Initial statements by Nissan's Marketing Chief Arnaud Charpentier suggest that the new Micra is positioned as a premium offering. This strategy, if confirmed, could place the new Micra at a higher price level than the currently very popular Renault 5.
One potential challenge for the Micra Electric in right-hand drive countries is the location of the charging port on the left side of the vehicle. This could make charging on the street unnecessarily complicated or dangerous.
The Nissan Micra, which has been around since 1983, disappeared in 2022 due to a cost-cutting program. The return of the Micra as an electric car is a testament to Nissan's commitment to sustainable mobility and their ambition to compete in the growing electric vehicle market.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the end of the year and the anticipated launch of the new Nissan Micra.
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