Can the Nissan Micra make us forget the Renault 5?
This page is translated from the original post "La Nissan Micra peut-elle faire oublier la Renault 5 ?" in French.
- 18/09/2025 13:16
Can the new 100% electric Nissan Micra turn its connection with the Renault 5 into an asset to carve out its place?
The 100% electric Nissan Micra arrives in Europe with a clear positioning: to attract city dwellers looking for a versatile and comfortable electric city car. But there’s a paradox, this new MICRA is nothing more than a rebadged Renault 5, sharing platform, engine, and dimensions. In other words, its advantages are already well-known and proven by the R5.
From the first kilometers, the Micra confirms what we already knew. On the menu, exceptional maneuverability, controlled road holding thanks to its battery positioned low and multi-link suspension, and optimized driving comfort. Its 326-liter trunk and 500 kg towing capacity make it a practical city car, just like… the Renault 5. The two battery options, 40 kWh for 317 km and 52 kWh for 416 km, and fast charging up to 100 kW, are advantages already validated on the French model.
The Micra style for salvation?
In terms of design and technologies, the Micra tries to differentiate itself with a bolder style inspired by the manufacturer’s crossovers. Inside, however, there are no surprises with dual 10.1-inch screens, Google built-in, and NissanConnect. These innovations remain mere details against the obvious: it adopts the winning formula of the Renault 5, which already dominates the segment and occupies our streets.
Ironically, what could seem like a handicap could become an advantage. The notoriety and success of the Renault 5 ensure that the platform is reliable, versatile, and attractive to city dwellers. The Micra just has to capitalize on this solid foundation to appeal to an audience that already knows its qualities.
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With orders opening at €28,000 and deliveries expected in October 2025, the Nissan Micra could well turn its connection with the Renault 5 into a strategic argument to establish itself in the battle of electric city cars.
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