Is the Used Nissan Micra a Good Buy?

Yes, and the choice between the two generations is the key thing to understand. The 2017-2022 petrol Micra is powered by 1.0-litre engines, from an entry 71PS unit to the turbocharged IG-T in 90PS and 100PS forms, plus a 117PS DIG-T and a frugal 90PS dCi diesel, with economy up to around 61mpg on petrol and higher still on the diesel.

The all-new electric Micra offers a choice of 40kWh and 52kWh batteries, delivering up to 196 or 257 miles of range respectively, with rapid charging from 15 to 80% in around 30 minutes and zero tailpipe emissions whilst driving. It also brings modern technology such as Google built-in and, on higher trims, ProPILOT driver assistance.

Every used Micra sold by Vertu is checked before it reaches the forecourt as part of our used car preparation process, covering no outstanding finance, no history as a taxi, and no salvage or write-off record. With that preparation and any remaining warranty, a used Micra is a low-risk small-car buy.

Who Is the Used Nissan Micra Best For?

The two Micra generations suit different drivers. The table below pairs four buyer types with the version that fits best.

What Is It Like to Own a Nissan Micra?

Both Micra generations are designed to be simple and affordable to live with. The 2017-2022 petrol car is light, nippy and easy to park, with a smartly styled cabin and available features such as a touchscreen with navigation, a Bose personal audio system with speakers built into the driver's headrest, and a range of personalisation options.

The all-new electric Micra feels thoroughly modern inside, built around a dual 10.1-inch display setup with Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a Harman Kardon sound system on higher trims. Its Vehicle-to-Load function can even power external devices from the battery.

Running costs are low across both generations, with the electric version cheapest of all to run for those who can charge at home. Once a Micra reaches Vertu it is inspected and prepared by our technicians before sale, including a battery-system check on electric models, and servicing it through Vertu's Nissan-trained colleagues helps protect any warranty still in place.

Nissan Micra Trims and Specifications

The two generations use different trim structures. The all-new electric Micra is offered in Engage, Advance and Evolve, while the 2017-2022 petrol car used Visia, Acenta, N-Connecta and Tekna. The table below sets out the current electric range.

These details reflect the current electric Micra specification. The earlier 2017-2022 petrol Micra used different trims, engines and equipment, so confirm the specification and generation of any specific car with your local dealership.

*Equipment shown reflects the current electric Micra specification and is typical rather than guaranteed on any specific car. The earlier 2017-2022 petrol Micra differs. Availability varies by model year, trim and options fitted when new.

Nissan Micra Engines, Range and Performance

The two generations are very different mechanically. The tables below set out the current electric Micra's battery options and a guide to the earlier 2017-2022 petrol engine range.

*Electric figures are drawn from Nissan's current UK brochure; petrol figures are representative data from published UK specification sources for the 2017-2022 car. Actual range, economy and performance vary with weather, driving style, load, battery condition and conditions, and used examples from other model years will differ.

Nissan Micra Dimensions

*Dimensions reflect each generation as specified; figures may vary slightly by version. The 2017-2022 petrol boot figure is the widely published standard capacity.

Why Buy a Used Nissan Micra from Vertu?

Every used Nissan Micra at Vertu goes through the same preparation before it reaches the forecourt, covered by our used car preparation policy. That means an HPI finance check, a full mechanical inspection, and confirmation the car has never been used as a taxi or recorded as a salvage or write-off.

If you're replacing an existing car, Vertu's part-exchange process gives a free, instant online valuation before you commit to anything, and finance options including PCP and HP are available on every used Micra in stock. Our finance explained guide covers how each option works in plain English.

For current Nissan Micra price and availability, the most accurate route is a personalised quotation from your local dealership. To see the electric version alongside other EVs, explore our used electric Nissan range or the wider used Nissan lineup.

Find Your Used Nissan Micra at Vertu

Vertu stocks used Nissan Micra cars across its Nissan dealerships nationwide, spanning petrol and fully electric generations. Browse the full range of used Nissan cars for sale online to see current availability. Once you're on the road, Vertu's Nissan servicing team keeps every example running to manufacturer standards, with fixed-price packages and manufacturer-trained technicians.

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