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The Nissan Micra C+C is an
excellent supermini convertible, with a neat electric glass
roof plus comfortable ride. With a unique-for-the-class
electric folding glass roof, Nissan’s Micra C+C is one of
the coolest coupé-cabriolets around.
Although Nissan offers two engine
choices – 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre petrol units – the
four-speed auto is only available with the latter for an
additional £900. Delivering 108bhp and 153Nm of torque, the
1.6-litre four-cylinder motor is identical to the unit found
in the sporty 160SR hatch.
As a result, the sprint from
0-62mph takes 12.2 seconds – which is two seconds slower
than the manual version, and the same as the 87bhp 1.4-litre
model.
However, if you’re not in a
rush, the auto transmission is fine. Gear changes are smooth
on a light throttle, and the 1.6-litre engine is quiet when
not under any strain. What’s more, thanks to the extra
chassis strengthening, the C+C doesn’t flex like its rivals
and rides very smoothly indeed.
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