Nissan Micra LX (1996) price & specs
Overview
The 1996 Nissan Micra LX is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Nissan Micra is regarded as a small car built in Great Britain with prices starting at $15,500 before on-road costs.
This Nissan Micra is powered by a 1.3L 4-cylinder engine that has 55 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 103 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 42L fuel tank
The Nissan Micra measures 1430mm (56.3 inches) in height, 3695mm (145.5 inches) in length, 1585mm (62.4 inches) in width with a 2360mm (92.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 810kg (1785.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Micra LX comes standard with 155/70 R13 front tyres and 155/70 R13 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,695 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,585 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 490 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Engine
Engine Block Composition: Cast Iron
Bore Engine: 71
Engine (cc): 1275
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Head Composition: Cast Iron
Engine (L): 1.3
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Stroke Engine: 80.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.1
Main Capacity (L): 42
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 4.5
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 52
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 6.1
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 39
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 4.5
EU 83 City (L/100km): 6.1
EU 83 City (mpg): 39
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 75
Maximum Power (kW): 55
Maximum Torque (Nm): 103
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Width: 155
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 155
Wheels
Front Covers: Full
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 13
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5
Rear Covers: Full
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 13
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 7.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 206
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9200
Front Track (in): 53.5
Front Track (mm): 1360
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.2
Overall Height (in): 56.3
Overall Height (mm): 1430
Overall Length (in): 145.5
Overall Length (mm): 3695
Overall Width (in): 62.4
Overall Width (mm): 1585
Rear Track (in): 52.2
Rear Track (mm): 1325
Wheelbase (in): 92.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2360
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.2
Front Headroom (mm): 970
Rear Headroom (in): 35.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 910
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Internally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Internally Adjustable
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1300
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 2866
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 810
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 1786
Antenna
Type: Telescopic
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Blaupunkt
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Cassette has Search Repeat: yes
Number of Bands: 2
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Seek Scan: yes
Tape Logic Deck: yes
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Ashtray
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Number of Door Switches: 2
Passenger Assist Handles
Number of Handles: 3
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Mechanical
Door Panel Trim
Material: Plastic
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Cushion
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Recirculation Setting: yes
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