Nissan Micra 2008 1.6
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Nissan Micra 2008 - 2011 version and torque 153 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more ...
This Nissan Micra 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 183 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 46 litres or 12.15 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
Nissan Micra safety
During safety testing Nissan Micra has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Nissan Micra is evaluated with very good rate 84 from 100, children safety: good mark - 79 from 100, for pedestrian protection Nissan Micra got 58 points from 100.
Nissan Micra safety equipment has been rated as average - 57 percents from 100.

Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 technical data
Model: | Nissan Micra 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 158 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 153 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 183 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.7 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 46 litres (12.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.72m (length) 1.66m (width) 1.54m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 9.2 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 251 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 982 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1490 kg |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 engine HR16DE
Engine reliability and common problems:
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more oil, may have problems starting in cold weather.Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 - 160 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 20 years |
Engine also used on | Nissan Qashqai Nissan Almera Nissan Juke Nissan Note and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Nissan Micra hatchback [2008 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Nissan Micra 2008 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 65 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.2 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 88 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 88 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.5 dCi | 1.5 Diesel | 86 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Nissan Micra 2008 1.6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |