2023 Nissan Livina video shows what you can expect from the upcoming MPV

Updated Aug 11, 2022 | Same topic: Car Sneak Peeks, Teasers, & Rumors

Here’s a taste of the upcoming Nissan MPV. 

It is no doubt that Nissan Philippines could be launching the Livina seven-seater MPV sometime soon. We’ve already seen the photos of it being transported on local roads, which adds to the idea that there’s a high probability that Nissan PH could introduce the said MPV.  

Nissan Livina - Exterior and Interior - Walkaround [Video: Merico Arianto Hattu]

An Indonesian Youtube user posted a walkaround video of this anticipated model, showing what one can expect from it. As seen from the video above, the Livina gets its own unique design that sets it apart from its Mitsubishi Xpander platform sibling. It gets the Nissan signature V-motion grille, its own unique and angular lower bumper, and a pair of sharp-looking LED daytime running lamps. 

A picture of the Nissan Livina inside a Nissan dealership

The Nissan Livina inside a dealership in Indonesia

Mind you, the Livina still sports some degree of angularity on its front end, but it isn’t as hyper-modern as the Xpander.  

The large headlamps, the sides, and the rear though, are dead ringers for the Xpander. This was also shown in our previous article when someone took spy shots of several 2023 Nissan Livina units while they were being transported.   

Going back to the design, one might think its front end will clash with the rest of the vehicle. Then again, the Nissan-designed front end actually blends well with the rest of the vehicle. It makes for a more elegant, sleeker-looking family ride. 

A picture of the rear of the Nissan Livina

From the rear, it looks like the Xpander

Inside, the trim that the video showed appears to feature soft touch leather for the interior doors cards. This adds a bit of a premium-like feel to the vehicle’s interior. Some portions of the dash also have this, though most of it looks like durable hard plastic. 

Overall though, it appears well-arranged and the controls are logically positioned for easy reach. It also gets a touchscreen headunit, though we aren’t certain of its size just yet. 

Towards the rear is ceiling-mounted air-conditioning vents for the second row. And obviously, it also has a third row, which is folded down flat in the video. So it can indeed seat a total of seven. That of course is a must-have feature for many Filipinos. 

It also gets a Nissan-specific steering wheel

It also gets a Nissan-specific steering wheel

The model also exhibits a roomy cabin that could indicate this vehicle is great as a road-trip chariot. And as mentioned, the third row was folded down, so it also offers a cavernous trunk for plenty of luggage. 

Now on the video, the guy didn’t show the Livina’s engine. We are expecting though that the Philippine-spec Livina will also be getting the same 1.5-liter four-banger that the Xpander is currently using. If we took the Mitsubishi model as a reference, then we can surmise that the upcoming Livina can also make up to 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. 

A picture of the Nissan Livina's trunk

It offers plenty of cargo space as well

For that matter, we’re also expecting it to use either a four-speed automatic tranny, or a five-speed manual gearbox. Power of course, will then be sent to its front wheels. 

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Know more about Nissan Livina 2024

Nissan Livina

The all-new Nissan Livina 2024 is a front-wheel-drive, seven-seater MPV. In the local market, it has a total of four different variants with a price ranging from Php 1,069,000 to Php 1,314,000. 

Under the hood of this Nissan MPV is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. It has the same engine that is currently used in the Mitsubishi Xpander, and it also has an output of 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. Depending on the trim, it either gets a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic gearbox.  

When it comes to dimensions, The Livina is 4,510mm long, 1,750mm wide, and 1,700 to 1,665mm in height. Its wheelbase then spans 2,775mm.  

Competing against the Nissan Livina in the local market are the Mitsubishi Xpander and Xpander Cross, Suzuki Ertiga and XL7, Toyota Rush, Toyota Avanza, among others.  

 

Nissan Livina Launch

The 2024 Nissan Livina was launched in the Philippine market in September 2022. Its initial global launch in Indonesia however, took place way back in 2019. Of note, the Livina is a second-gen model and it shares a platform with the Mitsubishi Xpander. The first-gen Livina in turn, uses a different Nissan B Platform.

Nissan Livina Exterior

The exterior of the Nissan Livina is similar-looking to its Xpander brother. Its front fascia does carry its own style.  

For equipment, it comes with a pair of halogen headlamps. It also has LED daytime running lamps and LED combination rear headlamps. Higher-spec models also come standard with power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors. 

Completing the look of the Livina is a 16-inch set of alloy wheels or a 15-inch set of alloys or steelies depending on the trim. 

Nissan Livina Interior

Just like the majority of MPV models in the Philippines, the 2024 Livina can seat a total of seven occupants. It also provides its driver with a push-to-start button, a six-way manual adjustable seat, a color LCD display gauge cluster, and a leather-wrapped tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel. 

Everyone inside is then kept comfortable with a dial-type manual air-conditioning system. Its second row also comes with a 60:40 split, fold, and tumbling seats. Its third-row turn comes with a 50:50 split-folding rear seat.  

Depending on the trim, the Livina’s seats are then wrapped in leather, brow fabric, or beige fabric.  

Technology & Safety Features

Handling the entertainment needs of the Philippines Livina’s occupants is a seven-inch touchscreen. Connectivity options for this headunit include Phonelink/Bluetooth, USB, or auxiliary jack. One variant also gets a 2-DIN headunit which has the same connectivity options as the touchscreen except for the Phonelink function.  

The higher-spec variants then come with a 6-piece speaker set. Other variants get a total of 4 speakers or 2 speakers.  

For safety, Livina’s higher-spec models have hill-start assist, anti-lock braking, vehicle dynamic control, and traction control. Also present in this model are parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and dual-front airbags, among others.  

Nissan Livina Chassis

The 2024 Nissan Livina shares a platform with the Mitsubishi Xpander. Like the latter, it is also a compact, unibody MPV.  

For suspensions, its front end uses a MacPherson strut while its rear is a torsion beam-type rear end. Braking is then handled by a front-ventilated disc brake and a rear drum brake. 

Nissan Livina Engine

Under the hood of the all-new Nissan Livina Philippines is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making up to 103 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. Sending power to this MPV’s front wheels is a five-speed manual gearbox or a four-speed automatic gearbox.

The Nissan Livina is designed to be on-par with the popular 7-seater compact MPV models in the Philippine market. In this regard, it is comparable to its rivals in terms of engine power, and interior size. Its top-spec variant, however, lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also doesn’t have cruise control. Some other top-spec variants from other models have these features.

Nissan Livina Pros & Cons

 Pros Cons
 
  • Good interior space 

  • Modern styling 

  • Decent amount of features 

  • Ample engine power 

 
  • Top-spec variant lacks cruise control 

  • Headunit doesn’t come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 

  • No de-mister

Nissan Livina FAQs

1. How many variants do the Nissan Livina 2024 have?

The Nissan Livina 2024 is offered 4 variants: E, EL, VE, and top-of-the-line VL.

2. How much does the Nissan Livina 2024 cost?

The Nissan Livina 2024 is priced from Php 1,069,000 to Php 1,314,000 depending on what the variant is.

3. What are the dimensions of the Nissan Livina 2024?

The dimensions of the Nissan Livina 2024 are basically 1,750 mm in width, 4,510 mm in length, 1,695 mm in height(E, EL), and 1,700 mm in height (VE, VL).

4. How big is the fuel tank capacity of the Nissan Livina 2024?

The fuel tank capacity of the Nissan Livina 2024 is about 45L.

5. Will the Nissan Livina 2024 have steering wheel controls?

Yes, but only 2 variants VE and VL have it.

 

₱ 1,049,000 - ₱ 1,229,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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