Nissan Philippines has been busy this year with the launch of several new models such as the Kicks e-Power, and the seven-seater Livina MPV. Aside from car launches, Nissan PH is ending the year on a high note as it bags four accolades in the 2022-2023 AutoFocus People’s and Media’s Choice Awards (AFPMCA).
Nissan Almera
The Nissan Almera clinch the title of the Best Value for Money in the Subcompact Sedan category. The automaker said that the Almera is Nissan’s take on the modern and capable subcompact sedan that features “dynamic styling, exciting turbo engine performance, and advanced driving technologies.”
Available in four variants with a starting price of Php 779,000, the Nissan Almera goes up against the likes of the Toyota Vios, Honda City, and Geely Emgrand, among others.
All Almera variants in the Philippines are equipped with a 1.0-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine that makes 99 hp with 160 Nm of torque for the five-speed manual variants or 152 Nm for the continuously variable transmission trims.
Nissan PH's challenger in the subcompact sedan segment
The Nissan Almera VE and VL variants come with Nissan Intelligent Mobility, which features an around-view monitor.
Other safety features under the mid and top-spec Almera variants include an Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (IFCW), Intelligent Emergency Braking (IEB), and six airbags. Furthermore, exclusive to the VL variant includes a Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), while a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature is standard across the trim.
Nissan Patrol
Meanwhile, the Nissan Patrol took home two awards, which are: People’s Choice for the Luxury SUV/Crossover of the Year, and the Media’s Choice for the Best Luxury Large SUV category. The Patrol is available in the Philippines with a sticker price of Php 4,698,000.
The GT-R completes Nissan PH’s collection of awards at the 2022-2023 AFPMCA as it was named the Media’s Choice for the Best Engine Performance in a Luxury Sports Car.
Nissan GT-R
"These achievements are a testament to our exciting product portfolio, as validated by our customers and the motoring media. We take great pride in these awards as we continue to provide our customers the best of Nissan's innovative technology and class-leading performance," says Nissan Philippines President Juan Manuel Hoyos.
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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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