Nissan Sunny 2011-2014 XL

Sunny 2011-2014 XL Review

Nissan Sunny is one of the stylish sedan available in the Indian car market. The company is selling it in quite a few variants, among them Nissan Sunny XL is the mid range trim. It is equipped with 1.5-litre HR15 petrol engine, which comes with a displacement capacity of 1498cc. It has the ability to churn out 97.7bhp along with 134Nm of peak torque output. This engine is mated with a five speed manual transmission gear box, which allows the sedan to achieve a top speed of 175 Kmph, while it can cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph in close to 15.8 seconds from a standstill. This model series is bestowed with an advanced braking mechanism, which is further enhanced by ABS along with EBD and brake assist function. The front and rear wheels are equipped with ventilated disc and drum brakes respectively. Meanwhile, the front axle is assembled with a McPherson strut, whereas the rear axle is fitted with torsion bar type of mechanism. The overall length of this vehicle is 4425mm along with a total width of 1695mm and a decent height of 1505mm. It has a large wheelbase of 2600mm and a minimum ground clearance 165mm. The fuel tank capacity is 41 litres and it comes with a spacious 420 litre boot compartment as well.

Exteriors:

The aerodynamic body structure of this sedan is equipped with a number of striking features, which gives it a captivating appearance. At present, the company is selling this stylish sedan in quite a few exterior paint options for the buyers to choose from. The list includes a Bronze Grey, Blade Silver, Storm White, Sapphire Blue, Onyx Black and Brick Red with metallic finish option. To begin with the frontage, it is designed with a chrome surround radiator grille, which is embossed with a 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. Coming to its side profile, it is fitted with body colored door handles and outside rear view mirrors, which are electrically adjustable. The neatly carved wheel arches are fitted with a set of 15 inch steel wheels , which are covered full wheel covers. These steel rims are fitted with 185/70 R15 sized tubeless radial tyres. The rear end comes fitted with a tail light cluster, an expressive boot lid and a body colored bumper that gives it a complete look. The large windscreen has a defogger and a centrally located high mounted brake light.

Interiors:

This Nissan Sunny XL trim has class leading interiors and sophisticated features. The well cushioned seats are covered with fabric upholstery and provide enough leg room for all the occupants. These seats are integrated with adjustable head restraints for the comfort of the passengers. The dual tone dashboard is equipped with a few features like a spacious glove box, an instrumental cluster, AC vents and a drive computer as well. The advanced instrument panel houses a tachometer, an electronic tripmeter, door ajar warning, driver seat belt warning, a digital clock, low fuel warning light and many other notifications and function. It is bestowed with an electric power steering system, which is tilt adjustable and makes handling convenient. The manufacturer has bestowed this trim with a few features, which are a 12V accessory socket for charging gadgets, all four power windows with driver side auto down function, cup and bottle holders, remote trunk and fuel lid opener, trunk light, sun visors with passenger side vanity mirror and rear parcel shelf.

Engine and Performance:

This variant is equipped with a 1.5-litre petrol engine , which comes with a displacement capacity. It is integrated with four cylinders and sixteen valves with DOHC valve configuration. It has the ability to generate 97.7bhp at 6000rpm in combination with 134Nm at 4000rpm. This power plant is incorporated with electronic fuel injection control system, which allows the sedan to produce 17.97 Kmpl on the bigger roads. While it gives close to 13.45 Kmpl in the city because of heavy traffic conditions. The company has mated it with a five speed manual transmission gear box, which transmits the engine power to its front wheels. Its top speed is about 175 Kmph and can cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph in close to 15.8 seconds.

Braking and Handling:

The front axle is assembled with a McPherson strut, whereas the rear axle is fitted with torsion bar type of mechanism. 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. On the other hand, the front wheels are fitted with a set of ventilated disc brakes , while the rear wheels get drum brakes. This braking mechanism is further assisted by ABS along with electronic brake force distribution and emergency brake assist function.

Comfort Features:

It is incorporated with a number of sophisticated features, which includes automatic air conditioning unit with air filter, rear comfort fan, intelligent key with push button ignition, room lamp, driver seat with height adjustment function, follow me home headlamps and so on. It has a multi-functional steering wheel, which is mounted with audio and call control buttons. For in-car entertainment, the company has given it an advanced music system, which houses CD/MP3 player, radio with AM/FM tuner, USB interface, Aux-in port and four speakers .

Safety Features:

This Nissan Sunny XL trim has a lot of features for the protection of the occupants. These are an advanced engine immobilizer, driver and front co-passenger airbag, door ajar warning notification on instrument panel, anti theft device with alarm, speed sensing auto door locks, seat belt for all passengers and keyless entry. It is also equipped with ABS along with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist function, central locking system, rear defogger and a centrally located high mounted brake light.

Pros:
1. Captivating exteriors with a lot of features.
2. Fuel economy is quite good, when compared to other in its segment.

Cons:
1. Low ground clearance is a disadvantage.
2. Absence of alloy wheels.