Nissan Micra 2005–2007 car dimensions: 3715 mm long, 1660 mm wide and 1540 mm high. Braked towing is 800 kg.
The cabin offers a practical layout with good storage including a multi-functional glovebox and under-seat drawer on mid grades. Air conditioning is available from SE level while full climate control comes on SX and SVE. Rear parking sensors are fitted on SVE. Driver aids centre on ABS with EBD and brake assist as standard, with ESP and side curtain airbags on higher grades. Seats include height adjustment and lumbar on upper trims, plus a sliding 60:40 rear bench.
Boot space measures 251 litres with seats up, expandable to 371 litres via the sliding rear bench. Folding the seats flat yields 584 litres for larger loads. The low load lip eases everyday loading.
Towing capacity is rated at 800 kg braked and 510 kg unbraked on most petrol versions, with some diesels reaching 900 kg braked. Payload varies by engine and options around the 400 kg mark based on kerb to GVW differences. Sports suspension appears on the 160SR grade for firmer handling.
The cabin feels roomy for a compact hatch thanks to the long wheelbase and high seating position that aids visibility and easy entry. Sliding rear seats adjust legroom or boost luggage space up to 371 litres, with a 60:40 split-fold. Higher grades add lumbar support and driver height adjustment for longer trips, plus clever storage like under-seat compartments and cupholders. Automatic climate control appears on upper trims.
Combined fuel use from 4.5 l/100 km on 1.5 dCi to 6.8 l/100 km on 1.4 auto
Oil and filter change every 15,000 km or 12 months
Euro NCAP 4-star adult occupant rating from 2003 test
Standard ABS with EBD and Brake Assist plus dual front and side airbags
ISOFIX anchors and front seatbelt pretensioners with load limiters standard
3-year/60,000-mile warranty plus 12-year anti-corrosion cover
Petrol engines return combined figures of 5.9 l/100 km for the 1.2 manual and 6.3 l/100 km for the 1.4 manual, with the 1.6 at 6.6 l/100 km. The 1.5 dCi diesel achieves 4.5-4.7 l/100 km combined and lower CO2. Automatic versions use slightly more fuel across the range.
Routine servicing calls for engine oil and filter replacement every 15,000 km or once a year. Air filter changes fall at 30,000 km intervals. Coolant needs attention around 90,000 km or five years.
Safety kit starts with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist on every model. Dual front airbags and front side airbags are standard, with curtain airbags and ESP available on higher grades or as packs. Active front headrests and full three-point belts with ISOFIX complete the package. The generation earned four Euro NCAP stars for adult protection.
A three-year or 60,000-mile mechanical warranty pairs with three-year paint and twelve-year corrosion protection. Regular checks keep the electric power steering and common timing-chain engines reliable for daily use.
Length 3715 mm, Width 1660 mm, Height 1540 mm, Wheelbase 2430 mm (Micra 2005–2007)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2005 Nissan Micra UK specifications brochure.