Tuesday, August 18, 2015

Car Profiles - Nissan Grand Livina

NISSAN GRAND LIVINA

Despite showing its age, Nissan gave the Livina some refreshing by adding Highway Star kits. The result? No need to buy imitations but the high end model flirts at a million bucks. Lack of diesel engine and low ground clearance means limited appeal.

The Good: A driver's delight, car-like and nicely kitted.
The Bad: No diesel engine and dual aircon

Price Range: P858,000-P1,008,000
Our Rating: ***

OWNERSHIP DETAILSHighway Star EleganceHighway Star LuxuryElite
PriceP1,008,000P928,000P858,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineMR18DE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4MR18DE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4MR18DE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower124hp @ 5,200rpm124hp @ 5,200rpm124hp @ 5,200rpm
Torque174Nm @ 4,800rpm174Nm @ 4,800rpm174Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Concentrated Engine Control SystemElectronic Concentrated Engine Control SystemElectronic Concentrated Engine Control System
Transmission4-Speed Automatic4-Speed Automatic6-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity52 Liters52 Liters52 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,420mm4,420mm4,420mm
Width1,690mm1,690mm1,690mm
Height1,595mm1,595mm1,595mm
Wheelbase2,600mm2,600mm2,600mm
Curb Weight1,285kg1,275kg1,260kg
Body Style5 Door MPV5 Door MPV5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating777
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam TypeTorsion Beam TypeTorsion Beam Type
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrum
Tires185/65 R15185/65 R15185/65 R15
Wheels15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags220
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneRemote Control Door Lock with Panic Button
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Chrome Door Handles and Front Grille, Rear Wiper, Front Bumper with Integrated Air Splitters, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Foglamp Chrome Garnish, Highway Star Side Skirts, Rear Skirt, and Roof SpoilerGrey Front Grille, Black Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: None60/40 Fold 2nd Row Seat, One Piece Bench 3rd Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManualManual
Audio System2DIN AM/FM/6 CD2DIN AM/FM/CD2DIN AM/FM/CD
Speakers666
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmNoneNoneNone
Keyless EntryNoneNoneNone
RIVALSChevrolet Spin, Suzuki APV, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Avanza, Toyota Innova

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