2017 Nissan Sunny Review: Specifications, Performance, and Design

Introduction

The Nissan Sunny is a favored rental car in the UAE and a popular choice for the Indian community in the country. This remarkably economical sedan has established a significant resale value and unwavering reliability. Known as the Nissan Latio in some regions, it competes with models like the Honda City, Hyundai Accent, and Toyota Yaris.

Main Features

• Engine: 1.5-liter / 4-cylinder
• Transmission: 4-speed automatic
• Power: 99 hp / 134 Nm of torque
• Top Speed: 180 km/h
• Price: 50,500 AED

Exterior Design

The Nissan Sunny features a sleek design with elegant curves along its body, complemented by prominent chrome accents. It is equipped with large headlights and taillights, along with 15-inch wheels fitted with 185/65 tires.

Interior Design

The interior is adorned with a calming beige color scheme, complemented by dark gray accents that match the exterior. The cabin is constructed from durable hard plastics. To break the monotony of the interior design, glossy black and silver touches, along with fabric trims on the door panels, have been added.

Features and Safety

While it lacks some of the technological features found in its competitors, the Nissan Sunny compensates for this with a strong safety rating. It has received the highest rating from the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP). The car is equipped with dual front airbags SRS, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), brake assist, and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD).

Driving Experience

Equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission, the Sunny's acceleration can be accompanied by a rapid rise in the RPM gauge, which may lead to an unpleasant engine noise without delivering the expected momentum. It features a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 99 horsepower and 134 Nm of torque.

Conclusion

By maintaining the features that have made its predecessors popular, the Nissan Sunny can stand toe-to-toe with its competitors or even surpass them. Without a doubt, the 2017 Nissan Sunny is one of the remarkable sedans in Nissan's lineup.

Pros

• The reason for its popularity is that it's a car you can drive without worrying about anything.
• Generous trunk space of 490 liters.
• Highly fuel-efficient.

Cons

• The rear fan is not comfortable for passengers sitting in the back seats.

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