Nissan Pixo First generation

The Nissan Pixo First generation (2010–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Sold in: European Union, France, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,565 mm ASTRA | – |
| Width | 1,600–1,630 mm ASTRA | 1,801 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm RDW | 1,659 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm RDW | 2,690 mm |
| Front track | 1,405 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,400 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 830 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 930 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,250 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 200 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 100 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 155 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 90 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/65R14
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 80.4% (79.7–81.0) | 77.9% | 13,718 |
| 13 years and older | 76.1% (75.2–76.9) | 69.2% | 8,749 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 39.0% | 30.9% |
| Suspension | 37.6% | 32.9% |
| Tyres | 33.9% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 23.6% | 21.9% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 11.7% | 11.9% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 11.7% | 9.8% |
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 12 versions of the Nissan Pixo First generation
European Union 6 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014 | 1.0 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 99–111 g/km | 47,845 |
| 2013 | 1.0 L | – | Other fuel | 106 g/km | 86 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 106–122 g/km | 2,862 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.0 L | 50 kW (68 PS) | LPG | 96–105 g/km | 122 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | – | Petrol | 111 g/km | 61,188 |
| 2010 | 1.0 L | – | LPG | 105 g/km | 5,938 |
United Kingdom 4 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–20141 · 1.0 | 1.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 99 g/km |
| 2013–20141 · 1.0 | 1.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 118 g/km |
| 2010–20121.0 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.3–4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 99–103 g/km |
| 2010–20121.0 | 1.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.1–5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 118–122 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012PIXO BVA | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 118 g/km |
| 2012PIXO | – | 50 kW (68 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.1–4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 94–99 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





