Nissan Note First generation

Nissan Note First generation
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The Nissan Note First generation (2006–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 42 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.

Model codes: E11 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,080–4,100 mm RDW4,083 mm
Width1,690 mm RDW1,690 mm
Height1,550 mm RDW1,545–1,550 mm
Wheelbase2,600 mm RDW2,600 mm
Front track1,470 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,460 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,067–1,106 kg RDW1,150–1,250 kg
Mass in running order1,167–1,206 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,546–1,580 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer750–1,000 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer510 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Performance
Top speed165–183 km/h RDW155–183 km/h
0–100 km/h–10.7–16.5 s
Torque128–200 Nm ASTRA128–240 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R15, 175/65R15, 185/55R16, 195/55R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years76.0% (75.7–76.3)77.9%97,599
13 years and older68.7% (68.5–68.9)69.2%171,912

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension46.4%36.4%
Tyres33.3%31.2%
Lights and electrics33.0%24.7%
Brakes25.7%33.1%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)11.2%10.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks9.6%13.7%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 42 versions of the Nissan Note First generation

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European Union 21 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20131.5 L66 kW (90 PS)Diesel104–112 g/km50,313
2011–20131.4 L65 kW (88 PS)Petrol139–140 g/km80,712
20131.2 L59 kW (80 PS)Petrol109 g/km14,684
2011–20131.6 L81 kW (110 PS)Petrol153 g/km35,544
20131.5 L–Other fuel98 g/km1,166
20131.2 L–Other fuel109 g/km808
20131.4 L–Other fuel139 g/km692
20131.2 L59 kW (80 PS)Petrol112 g/km540
2010–2013––Petrol141–150 g/km3,042
20131.6 L–Other fuel161 g/km38
2013––Diesel102 g/km14
20122.0 L–Diesel168 g/km26
20111.5 L63 kW (86 PS)Diesel117 g/km1,390
20111.4 L65 kW (88 PS)LPG139 g/km148
20111.5 L76 kW (103 PS)Diesel136 g/km16
20111.6 L–Diesel159 g/km14
20101.4 L–Petrol140 g/km39,686
20101.5 L–Diesel119 g/km22,646
20101.6 L–Petrol156 g/km19,462
20101.4 L–LPG139 g/km2,240
2010––Other fuel144 g/km190

United Kingdom 17 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
20131.41.4 L–PetrolManual5.9 L/100 km NEDC139 g/km
20131.41.4 L–PetrolManual5.9 L/100 km NEDC139 g/km
20131.4 88ps1.4 L65 kW (88 PS)PetrolManual5.9 L/100 km NEDC139 g/km
20131.5 dCi 66kW1.5 L66 kW (90 PS)DieselManual4.2 L/100 km NEDC110 g/km
20131.61.6 L–PetrolManual6.6 L/100 km NEDC149 g/km
20131.61.6 L–PetrolAutomatic6.8 L/100 km NEDC159 g/km
20121.41.4 L–Petrol5-speed manual5.9 L/100 km NEDC139 g/km
2006–20121.41.4 L–Petrol5-speed manual5.9–6.3 L/100 km NEDC139–150 g/km
20121.5 dCi 66kW1.5 L66 kW (90 PS)Diesel6-speed manual4.2 L/100 km NEDC110 g/km
2006–20121.61.6 L–Petrol5-speed manual6.6 L/100 km NEDC149–156 g/km
2006–20121.61.6 L–Petrol4-speed automatic6.8–7.0 L/100 km NEDC159–166 g/km
2008–20101.5 dCi 63kW1.5 L63 kW (86 PS)Diesel5-speed manual4.3–4.9 L/100 km NEDC115–129 g/km
2009–20101.6 February 2009 · 1.61.6 L–Petrol5-speed manual6.6 L/100 km NEDC149 g/km
2008–20101.6 · 1.6 from December 20071.6 L–Petrol4-speed automatic6.8 L/100 km NEDC159 g/km
2006–20091.5 63kW1.5 L63 kW (86 PS)Diesel5-speed manual4.5–5.1 L/100 km NEDC119–136 g/km
20091.5 dCi 76kW1.5 L76 kW (103 PS)Diesel6-speed manual5.1 L/100 km NEDC136 g/km
20061.5 50kW1.5 L50 kW (68 PS)Diesel5-speed manual5.1 L/100 km NEDC135 g/km

France 4 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2013NOTE 1.4–65 kW (88 PS)Petrol5-speed manual5.9 L/100 km NEDC139 g/km
2012–2013NOTE 1.5 dCi (86ch)–66 kW (90 PS)Diesel5-speed manual4.2 L/100 km NEDC110 g/km
2012–2013NOTE 1.6–81 kW (110 PS)Petrol5-speed manual6.6 L/100 km NEDC149 g/km
2012–2013NOTE 1.6 BVA4–81 kW (110 PS)Petrol4-speed automatic6.8 L/100 km NEDC159 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.