| Overall Rating |
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| Description |
| Recommended. Nissan's new look started with the Primera. It's the funkiest saloon around and there's a wide range of models as well as high equipment levels. |
| Handling |
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| Comfort |
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| Quality & Reliability |
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| Performance |
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| Roominess |
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| Running Costs |
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| Value for Money |
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| Stereo/Sat Nav |
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| NCAP |
| 4 |
| Best Models |
| 2.0 SVE is fully loaded with equipment |
| Worst Models |
| 1.8S |
| Replacement |
| 2009 |
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| Road Test |
| Nissan has gone all out to be different with the latest Primera. Which other car has a TV camera at the back to help you park more easily? Gimmicks aside, this is a fine family car with lots of clever touches. Inside, there's plenty of space for five passengers and a well designed dashboard. It's fun to drive, too, with sharp handling and a good turn of speed, especially from the 2.0 petrol models. Unlike the smaller Almera, this Nissan is nice to look at, although the estate version is less attractive. |
| Positive Points |
- Top value used car choice for families
- Spacious, safe, reliable and well built
- Even the cheapest S versions are well equipped
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| Negative Points |
- Styling lacks lightness of touch
- Ride could be more refined around town
- Typically heavy fleet sector depreciation from new
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