It was only in October 2021 when we saw the more modern-looking Nissan Almera arrive on our shores. But over in the United States, Nissan has already unveiled a refreshed version of the current-generation Versa, also known as Almera in our market.
2023 Nissan Almera facelift
The 2023 Nissan Almera facelift comes with a new and more pronounced styling that should stand out in the subcompact sedan category. It will make its debut at the Miami Auto Show, with the pricing yet to be announced. While the new version will be available in the U.S. market, for now, let’s see what we can expect if Nissan Philippines decides to bring it in.
Exterior
Right off the bat, the new and striking V-motion grille demands attention as it doesn’t look like any other that you see in Nissan models. It is designed with broken chrome pieces to illustrate the V shape, which is a signature of the Japanese car brand. New Nissan brand logos are also integrated inside and out.
Every angle has a stylish look
The Almera rides on a set of 17-inch alloy wheels with a new rotor-like design. To add flavor, the wheels are finished in a combination of chrome and black. And over to the back, the rear end remains similar to the current version, highlighted by the sleek-looking wrap-around taillights.
Interior
Inside, the cabin layout is pretty much the same as the one in the pre-facelift model. The top-spec SR does get red stitching and accents on the dashboard, seats, steering wheel, and door panels, adding a touch of sportiness. All variants of the US-spec Almera come standard with fabric seats.
Interior of the Almera SR
Like the previous iterations, the Japanese automaker said that the new Almera still boasts generous legroom and headroom, while the trunk is capable of offering 424 liters of space. For loading larger items, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat is available as an option on the base S, and standard on the SV and SR.
Tech & Safety
The top-of-the-line SR gets an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the lower variants are installed with a smaller 7-inch head unit. Depending on the variant, the system can come with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and six speakers. Moreover, the sedan can be equipped with a wireless charging pad.
Blind Spot Warning in action
In terms of safety, the vehicle has the Nissan Safety Shield 360, providing standard features such as Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Automatic Braking, and High Beam Assist. It can also be had with Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Engine & Powertrain
As for the engine, the new 2023 Nissan Almera uses the same power unit. This is a 1.6-liter DOHC inline-4 gasoline engine capable of producing 122 horsepower. It is different from the 1.0-liter turbocharged engine available in the PH-spec model.
It comes out as a more confident sedan
The engine sends power to the front wheels via either a 5-speed manual or an Xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission). According to the automaker, the Almera can return 13.6 km/l in the city using the CVT. Meanwhile, using the same type of transmission, the sedan can do 17 km/l on the highway.
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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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