Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi
Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 diesel description
Hatchback Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi has been produced from August, 2003 to January, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 82 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 185 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard.
More engine specs
This Nissan Micra 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi fuel consumption is 4.5 litres per 100km (22.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Nissan Micra 2003 - 2005 version, city fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 46 litres or 12.15 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Nissan real everyday fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Nissan Micra fuel consumption.
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 four stars, and for pedestrian protection Nissan Micra got two stars.
Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi technical data
| Model: | Nissan Micra 1.5 DCi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2003. August ... 2005. January | ||
| Engine: | 1461 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 82 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 185 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 (combined) 5.4 (urban) 4.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 4.9 l/100km (48 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 litres (12.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.72m (length) 1.66m (width) 1.54m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 371 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 584 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1510 kg | ||
Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi engine K9K 1
| Engine displacement | 1461 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 18.8 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Power | 64 - 101 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 - 200 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Renault |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Renault Scenic Renault Clio Nissan Almera Suzuki Jimny and 5 other models |
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All Nissan Micra hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nissan Micra 2003 1.2
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 65 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Nissan Micra 2003 1.2
Jan 2003 — Jan 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Nissan Micra 2003 1.2 Jan 2003 — Jan 2005 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic |
|
Nissan Micra 2003 1.4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.9 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 88 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
|
Nissan Micra 2003 1.4
Most powerfull petrol version (88 HP) |
1.4 Petrol | 88 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic |
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Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi
Apr 2003 — Jun 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.5 Diesel | 65 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Nissan Micra 2003 1.5 DCi
Aug 2003 — Jan 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (82 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 82 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |