Nissan Sunny 2011-2014 XE

Sunny 2011-2014 XE Review

Nissan Sunny is a spacious sedan from the stables of Nissan India. It is available in both petrol and diesel engine options for the buyers to choose from. This sedan is offered in quite a few trim levels, out of which, Nissan Sunny XE is the base variant. The company has blessed this trim with a 1.5-litre engine, which is capable to produce decent power and torque output. It can displace 1498cc, while producing 97.7bhp in combination with 134Nm. It is incorporated with an electronic fuel injection control function, which helps in producing 16.95 Kmpl on the highways and 13.45 Kmpl in the city traffic conditions. This model is bestowed with an advanced braking and suspension mechanism. The front wheels are equipped with ventilated disc brakes, while the rear wheels are fitted with drum brakes. Meanwhile, the front axle is assembled with McPherson strut and the rear axle is fitted with torsion bar type of suspension mechanism. The company is selling this sedan in quite a few sparkling exterior paint option. The list includes Brick Red, Storm White , Sapphire Blue, Bronze Grey, Onyx Black and Blade Silver finish option. On the other hand, it is offered with 2-years or 50000 Kilometers warranty, whichever is earlier.

Exteriors:

The overall dimensions are quite standard and can accommodate five passengers with ease. Its overall length is 4425mm along with a total height of 1505mm and a decent width of 1695mm, which includes external rear view mirrors. It has a large wheelbase of 2600mm and a minimum ground clearance of 165mm. The fuel tank capacity is 41 litres and it comes with a spacious 420 litre boot compartment as well. The aerodynamic body structure is fitted with a number of striking features, which gives it an elegant look. To begin with the side profile, it is designed with door handles and outside rear view mirrors, which are painted in black color. The neatly carved wheel arches are fitted with a set of 14 inch steel wheels, which are covered with 185/70 R14 sized tubeless radial tyres. The rear end comes fitted with a radiant tail light cluster , an expressive boot lid and a body colored bumper that gives it a complete look. The large windscreen is integrated with a centrally located high mounted brake light. On the other hand, the frontage is fitted with a radiator grille that is embossed with a chrome plated company insignia in the center. It is flanked by a bright headlight cluster that is incorporated with high intensity halogen lamps and turn indicator. The body colored bumper has a wide air dam for cooling the engine. The windscreen is made of tinted glass and is integrated with a set of intermittent wipers as well.

Interiors:

The spacious internal cabin is incorporated with comfortable seats, which are integrated with head rest. These seats are covered with fabric upholstery and offer ample leg space for all occupants. It comes with a few utility based aspects like a 12V accessory socket for charging electronic devices, front power windows, cup and bottle holders, remote trunk and fuel lid opener, trunk light, sun visors with passenger side vanity mirror and rear parcel shelf for easy access. The dual tone dashboard houses a few features like a spacious glove box, an instrumental cluster, AC vents and a drive computer as well. It is bestowed with an electric power steering system, which is tilt adjustable and makes handling convenient. The illuminated instrument panel has low fuel warning light, a digital clock, a tachometer, driver seat belt warning notification, door ajar warning and so on.

Engine and Performance:

This Nissan Sunny XE variant is equipped with a 1.5-litre petrol engine, which comes with a displacement capacity of 1498cc . It is integrated with four cylinders and sixteen valves with DOHC valve configuration. This power plant has the ability to generate a maximum power of 97.7bhp at 6000rpm along with a peak torque output of 134Nm at 4000rpm. This petrol motor has an electronic fuel injection control system, which allows it to produce 17.97 Kmpl on the highways and 13.45 Kmpl in the city. It is cleverly mated with a five speed manual transmission gear box, which transmits the engine power to its front wheels. It can achieve a top speed of 175 Kmph, which is rather decent and can cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph from a standstill in close to 15.8 seconds.

Braking and Handling:

This variant is blessed with an electric power steering system, which is quite responsive. This tilt adjustable steering wheel supports a minimum turning radius of 5.3 meters, which is quite good for this class. The front axle is assembled with a McPherson strut, whereas the rear axle is fitted with torsion bar type of mechanism. On the other hand, the front wheels are fitted with a set of ventilated disc brakes , while the rear wheels get a set of drum brakes. This braking mechanism is further augmented by anti lock braking system along with electronic brake force distribution and emergency brake assist function, which prevents the vehicle from skidding in case of sudden brakes are taken.

Comfort Features:

Being the base variant, the company has incorporated this sedan with a lot of features. Some of these are an electric power steering with tilt adjustable function, headlight on warning lamp, key remove warning notification and other utility based aspects. The manual air conditioning system comes with a heater and it keeps the cabin air maintained. There is a 12V power socket in center console for charging mobiles and other electronic devices.

Safety Features:

This Nissan Sunny XE trim is equipped with an advanced engine immobilizer, door ajar warning notification on instrument panel, central locking system, rear defogger, centrally located high mounted brake light and keyless entry. It is also equipped with ABS along with EBD and brake assist function. Then driver airbag and seat belts for all passengers provide enhanced safety to the occupants.

Pros:

1. Fuel economy is rather decent, when compared to others in its segment.

2. Captivating exteriors with a lot of striking features.

Cons:

1. Many more comfort features can be added.

2. Lack of music system is a disadvantage.