MUSCAT:  With its trendy looks, characteristic agility and distinctive lifestyle appeal, Nissan Micra delivers a highly-rewarding driving experience to the discerning consumer. Making the zippy and smart compact hatchback highly affordable, Nissan Oman, from the house of Suhail Bahwan Automobiles (SBA), is offering a low EMI of OMR 75. 

A senior official of Nissan Oman said, “The 2019 Nissan Micra ensures top-quality driving experience, sporting some of the best maneuvering capabilities for its class. Nissan Micra is a great hit with the first-time new car buyers who value innovation, agility and contemporary fashion trends. It is also a favourite with the experienced car buyers who look for a small and zippy second car that is inexpensive to run. It is ideal for those looking for state-of-the-art safety and convenience features in a small car. With the low EMI, it is the perfect car to buy.”

Affordable EMI

Customers wishing to buy Nissan Micra can avail exceptionally low EMI rate of OMR 75  (terms and conditions apply). EMIs are for base model variant and are calculated based on 1.99% rate of interest, 20% down payment, six years loan tenure. Subject to credit approvals.

Micra: class-leading driving dynamics

With stand-out looks, class-leading driving dynamics and an interior design offering both comfort and convenience, the Nissan Micra is a step ahead of the regular compact hatchback offering. 

Improved abilities make the Nissan Micra a suitable choice for all kinds of driving, including an invigorating power, with a 1.5L engine and enhanced torque that can handle the diversity of all roads. The car’s superb fuel efficiency is a result of Nissan’s smart technologies. From its newly developed fuel-saving petrol engine, to its superior aerodynamics and low body weight, the Micra has been designed for economy. 

The Nissan Micra also comes with the highest levels of safety features, a crucial quality in any small car. Its high standard safety features include Dual Airbags, Anti-Lock Brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist, to help the driver avoid a collision.

Environmentally affably

Owners can drive the Micra, while saving fuel and reducing carbon footprint.  With everything from exterior aerodynamics that slip through the wind, to an advanced 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine with a reliable and responsive 4-speed automatic transmission, the Nissan Micra will leave less of an impression where it counts – on the wallet and the environment.

With a great exterior look, comprehensively improved interior, bursting with new technology, contemporary good looks, eye-catching exterior colour range, spacious and fashionable interior, Nissan Micra aims to attract a wider audience. In addition, it is known for its powerful high-performance engine and a range of other options to make city driving easier.  

Appealing features

The new keyless entry feature makes the Micra an appealing choice for its customers. Key features of the new Micra include a characterful, sleek exterior design, eye-catching exterior colour range, user-friendly equipment and interior designed with convenience in mind, highly-versatile interior seat/stowage configurations, efficient, 1.5-liter engine, nimble handling with best-in-class turning circle – ideal for city driving, high levels of safety equipment including dual airbags, ABS, EBD & Brake Assist.

Micra SV

Its safety and security features include ABS & EBD with BA, driver and passenger airbag, Engine Immobilizer, 14” steel wheels with full covers. Its exterior includes Aerodynamic Roof Design, Rear Wiper, Power operated body colored mirrors, Halogen Headlamps, Front Chrome Grille, 165 / 70 / R14 Tyres with full wheel covers. Interior includes Power and Tilted Steering wheel, Front power windows, Central door locking with Remote keyless entry, Air conditioner with Pollen filter, 2DIN AM/FM, CD, MP3 & AUX with 4 speakers, Rear Seat – Foldable Bench Type.

Engine and transmission

Engine: HR15DE

Fuel Type: Petrol

No. of cylinders: 4 Cylinder

Engine size / Displacement: 1498

Maximum Power (HP/ RPM): 99 HP / 6,000 RPM

Maximum Torque (Nm): 135

Exterior Dimensions 3780 x 1675 x 1520 (L x W x H) mm

Engine type: 1.5 Liter Electric Fuel Injection

Transmission Type: 4 AT

Wheelbase (mm): 2440

Seating Capacity: 5

Transmission: 4 Speed AT 

Fuel Tank Capacity (Ltrs) 41

Suspension Front:  Independent strut  

Rear: Torsion Beam 

Brakes  

Front:   Disc

Rear:   Drum

Turning Circle Between Kerbs/Walls (m): 4.7

Steering: Rack & Pinion 

Awards for Nissan

In 2018, Nissan was awarded ‘Oman’s Most Trusted Brand’ in the SUV and 4WD category, making Nissan the only brand to have won the recognition for three times in a row in the automobile category. Nissan winning the honour is a special endorsement from the public since Oman’s Most Trusted Brand Awards is a validation of the public trust in a brand. Every year this respected award is presented to the most trusted brands in the country by Apex Press and Publishing based on what the public perceives as the brands they trust the most.

Nissan was a top winner at the 2017 edition of Oman’s Most Trusted Brand Awards winning honours in two categories. Nissan won in the automotive (mid-size) and automotive (SUV and 4WD) categories at the awards that was decided by public feedback obtained in a survey conducted through the Muscat Daily website. 

In 2016, Nissan won multiple honours with the consumers naming it the “most trusted” and the “most popular” brand in Oman. While Nissan was awarded the significant “Most Popular Car brand in Oman” at the Oman Auto Excellence Awards 2016 organised by OmanExpo, the brand was adjudged the “Most Trusted Brand” in the automotive category at the first edition of Oman’s Most Trusted Brand Awards. Significantly, the awards were decided based on the results of an online public voting process where consumers voted for their preferred brands.

SBA commitment

SBA is largely committed to supporting Nissan’s growth in the Sultanate through major emphasis on customer satisfaction and by providing world-class after-sales services in Oman. With a national network of more than 15 showrooms, 20 service centres and 33 spare parts outlets, SBA has further built upon its legacy of trust, excellent customer service and providing value for money to each of its customers.

After sales service

Every customer purchasing a Nissan vehicle can be assured of Nissan’s top class after sales service, which guarantees the advantage of factory-trained experts. The customers can be assured that Nissan uses only genuine replacement parts at all times. Customers can expect consistency and support during after sales service, which ascertains Nissan’s performance and resale value in the years to come.

Nissan’s impressive vehicle line-up

Nissan has built up its reputation through innovative technology, and a broad product line-up. In Oman, people have increasingly opted for Nissan models because they come with class leading features, great performance, ideally suited to the local conditions and offer great value for money besides being among the safest cars on the road.

Countrywide presence

Suhail Bahwan Automobiles, the exclusive importers and distributors of all Nissan vehicles in Oman, have their Nissan showrooms spread across the Sultanate. Their showrooms are strategically located all across the country in Muscat, Sohar, Sur, Salalah, Ibra, Ibri, Nizwa, Buraimi, Barka, Jalan Bani Bu Ali, Seeb, Mabella, Sinaw, Khasab, and Bidaya. This goes to show that Nissan Oman has been successfully growing in operations and is consistently spreading its network throughout the Sultanate of Oman.