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Nissan Almera G11 1.6 (102 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Almera:
The Nissan Almera is a line of sedans produced by Japanese manufacturer Nissan since 1995. The early generations, including the first-generation N15 and second-generation N16, were classified as compact cars and were essentially the European export versions of the Nissan Pulsar.
Starting with the third-generation N17, the Almera was reclassified as a subcompact sedan , built on the Nissan V platform. This version has been marketed under five different nameplates in various international markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
G11 Overview:
Nissan Almera (G11). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1188 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Almera G11 was not directly tested by Euro NCAP under its specific model name. While it shares a platform with other vehicles that have been tested, a direct safety rating for this generation is unavailable.
1.6 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While still not a performance car, the manual transmission significantly improves responsiveness and acceleration, offering a more engaging and capable driving experience than the automatic.
Fuel Economy
The manual gearbox provides a much more respectable fuel economy figure, making it a more cost-effective choice for everyday driving and longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large 500L trunk
- • Good ground clearance (160mm) for varied road conditions
- • Simple and robust K4M engine, known for reliability
- • Affordable purchase price and low running costs (manual)
- • Comfortable ride, especially over rougher roads
Cons:
- • Outdated interior design and basic materials
- • Modest performance, particularly with the automatic transmission
- • High fuel consumption for the automatic variant
- • Limited modern safety features and technology
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Classic (B10): 2006 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Almera |
| Generation: | G11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | October, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.8 Hp/l [146mm more] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M More details about the engine K4M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 123 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1179-1198 |
| Max. weight: | 1600-1620 |
| Max load: | 421-422 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 614 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4656 mm mm [146mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Height: | 1522 mm mm [82mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [165mm more] |
| Front overhang: | 913 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1043 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 92H |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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