Nissan Philippines has slightly revamped the Almera’s variant lineup for the 2023 model year, changing the subcompact sedan’s top-spec trim offering.
Nissan Almera VE Turbo N-Sport
The Alemra VL Turbo N-Sport has been dropped from the variant lineup. Replacing it is the VE Turbo N-Sport, which now serves as the new top-of-the-line Almera variant in the Philippines. Nissan Philippines has yet to release an official statement as to why it has revamped the Almera’s model lineup. But, looking at it, the Japanese car brand could be aiming to make the top-spec Almera more competitive price-wise.
To put things in perspective, the previous VL Turbo N-Sport top-spec variant is priced at Php 1,098,000. This price point makes the top-spec Almera more expensive than the Honda City RS by a mere Php 5,000. But, as compared to the Toyota Vios GR-S, the outgoing top-of-the-line Almera trim is Php 63,000 pricier.
The new top-spec Nissan Almera VE Turbo N-Sport is now priced more competitively when compared to the two mentioned Japanese subcompact sedans. It retails at Php 1,049,000, a price tag that could be more enticing in comparison with its segment rivals. At that price point, the Nissan Almera VE Turbo N-Sport undercuts the Honda City RS by Php 44,000. It is also positioned closer to the Toyota Vios GR-S’ price tag of Php 1,035,000.
It comes with a price tag of Php 1,049,000
Aside from its Japanese counterparts, Nissan PH could be wanting to make the Almera competitive when compared price-wise to the Chinese sedans newcomers such as the MG GT. The naturally aspirated or the non-turbo MG GT trim retails at Php 938,888 introductory price. The MG GT sport equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine, on the other hand, is priced at Php 1,098,888 intro price.
The new top-spec Nissan Almera VE Turbo N-Sport is fitted with variant-specific design details that separate how it looks from other trims. It has an N-Sport front and rear bumper design as well as an N-Sport dark chrome V-motion grille. The said variant also has a set of 16-inch N-Sport alloy wheels, and a silver finish on the side mirrors.
Inside, it still has an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as a seven-inch digital gauge cluster, and automatic climate control.
The Almera's distinctive taillights
The Nissan Almera VE Turbo N-Sport also comes with Intelligent Around View Monitor, Forward Emergency Braking, and Hill Start Assist.
Under the hood, it is powered by a 1.0-liter turbo gasoline that puts out 99 hp and 152 Nm of torque. The engine is connected to a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Nissan Almera Variants & Pricing:
- Almera EL Turbo MT - Php 779,000
- Almera VE Turbo MT - Php 949,000
- Almera VE Turbo CVT - Php 999,000
- Almera VE Turbo N-Sport CVT - Php 1,049,000
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Know more about Nissan Almera 2024
The Nissan Almera is a four-door compact sedan. For the Philippine market, its available variants have a price ranging from Php 845,000 to Php 1,260,000.
Size-wise, all trims are 1,740mm wide and 1,460mm tall. The top-spec VL meanwhile, is 4,530mm long, while the VE and EL are 4,495mm long. All three get a ground clearance of 135mm, and a wheelbase length of 2,620mm.
Under the hood of the Philippine-spec Almera is a 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-3 gasoline engine that can make up to 99 horsepower and 152 Nm of torque. The three-banger is then paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) sending power to its front wheels for the VL and VE. The EL meanwhile, uses a five-speed manual gearbox.
Locally, the Nissan Almera competes against the Toyota Vios, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, Honda City, MG 5, Volkswagen Santana, Geely Emgrand, Hyundai Reina, Kia Soluto, etc.
Nissan Almera Launch
The current-gen Nissan Almera was launched for the Philippine market in October 2021. It then received a facelift in July 2023 with three different variants: the top-spec VL, the mid-spec VE, and the entry-level EL.
Nissan Almera Exterior
On the outside, the Almera reflects the current Nissan design language. It still comes with a variation of the V-motion grille and a streamlined silhouette that rides on a set of 16-inch or 15-inch wheels
Other exterior equipment available on the top-spec Almera includes LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, and LED taillights.
Nissan Almera Interior
All occupants of the Almera are kept cool by a single-zone automatic climate control system. The VL and VE trims then get a digital gauge cluster, leather seat wraps, and an intelligent key with a remote engine start feature. Its second row then comes with a 60:40 split-folding function.
Technology & Safety Features
The higher-spec Almera variants get an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. The said headunit is then linked to a six-piece speaker system.
Only the VL gets the full version of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety suite. This collection of tech features includes blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, high beam assist, and forward emergency braking. Both the VL and the VE are also kitted out with an around-view monitor and hill-start assist.
Also exclusive to the VL is the NissanConnect Services. This allows a user to remotely find his or her Almera. It likewise provides a remote engine start/stop feature, and it also has various alerts for various situations.
Standard safety features found on all Almera variants include anti-lock braking, a total of six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchors, a car alarm, an engine immobilizer, and stability control. Only the VL gets tire pressure monitoring, but both the latter and the VE trim come with cruise control.
Platform & Chassis
For ride comfort, the Almera uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. Braking is then handled by a front disc brake and a rear drum brake.
The refreshed Almera is currently in its fourth-generation form. It uses the Nissan V platform.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the new Almera is a 1.0-liter inline-3 turbocharged engine. It can produce up to 98 horsepower and 152 Nm of torque at maximum. Power is then sent to its front wheels via an Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission. The new Almera also has idle start/stop technology.
The Nissan Almera for the Philippine market is one of the few turbocharged sedans available right now. That said though, some models stand to produce slightly more output regardless of the Nissan model’s use of forced induction. On the flip side, this sedan is one of the few examples that gets an ADAS suite. So in terms of tech, it sits high on the totem pole.
Nissan Almera Pros & Cons
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Nissan Almera FAQs
1. How much does a Nissan Almera 2024 cost in the Philippines?
The Almera 2024 price is 845,000 Php for the entry-level EL Turbo MT, 1,085,000 Php for the mid-spec VE Turbo CVT, and the top-of-the-line VL 1.0 Turbo CVT is 1,260,000 Php.
2. What is the length of Nissan Almera Philippines?
The length of Almera is 4,530 mm.
3. How many seaters is the Nissan Almera 2024?
The Nissan 2024 has 5 seaters.
No, the Almera 2024 doesn't have a remote start.
5. Which is cheaper the Almera or the Volkswagen Lavida?
It is Almera. The price top-of-the-line Nissan Almera Philippines is 1,260,000 PHP, while the price of the Volkswagen Lavida is 1,301,000 PHP.
₱ 839,000 - ₱ 1,149,000
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