While the local press release had no accompanying pictures, and nor did it confirm that this is the same Micra Active that we’re getting, it certainly implies this with phrases like “great value for money" and “competitively priced" while also harping on the low running costs.

The Micra is certainly a cut-price contender in its home market. While Import duties will ensure that the Micra Active won’t be as cheap on local soil, based on a comparison of Indian prices we would deduce that it should undercut cars like the Toyota Etios and Suzuki Swift by a reasonable margin, while (logically) still costing more than the Datsun Go.

All Indian-market versions are fitted with air conditioning, power steering and a driver’s airbag. There are three grade levels, in which the fancier ones add audio systems, remote central locking and ABS brakes. Local specifications have yet to be confirmed, but Nissan SA's release did state that it will come standard with a three-year/90 000km service plan and six-year/150 000km warranty.

The Micra Active also has a new interior that appears to be shared with the facelifted Micra that was never released in South Africa.

Yet where does the ‘Active’ leave the all-new (and very pretty we must add), Clio-based Micra that’s built in France? Yes, the one pictured below:

This funky looking newcomer is certainly positioned at a much higher level. Find the Nissan Micra Active for sale at a Group 1 Nissan dealership near you! Test drive the Micra Active and experience what the Micra Active offers, even on a budget!

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