Nissan Pulsar First generation
The Nissan Pulsar First generation (2014–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: C13 · Sold in: European Union, France, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm RDW | 4,387 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm RDW | 1,768 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm RDW | 1,520 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm RDW | 2,700 mm |
| Front track | 1,525–1,540 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,530–1,540 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,165–1,245 kg RDW | 840–1,265 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,265–1,345 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,750–1,785 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 500–1,200 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–672 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 385 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 185–190 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 165–260 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/60R16, 205/50R17, 205/55R16, 215/50R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr, ja), 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 test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 93.1% (92.5–93.6) | 91.0% | 7,667 |
| 6–8 years | 83.9% (83.6–84.3) | 86.4% | 42,398 |
| 9–12 years | 75.5% (74.6–76.4) | 77.9% | 9,405 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 29.0% | 28.1% |
| Brakes | 25.4% | 21.3% |
| Suspension | 16.3% | 14.0% |
| Lights and electrics | 6.4% | 9.3% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.7% | 3.8% |
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 22 versions of the Nissan Pulsar First generation
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European Union 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2019 | 1.2 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 117–118 g/km | 100,095 |
| 2014–2019 | 1.5 L | 81 kW (110 PS) | Diesel | 94–95 g/km | 87,308 |
| 2014–2018 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 117–119 g/km | 29,610 |
| 2015–2018 | 1.6 L | 140 kW (190 PS) | Petrol | 136–137 g/km | 6,426 |
| 2017 | 1.2 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Other fuel | 118 g/km | 17,224 |
| 2017 | 1.5 L | 81 kW (110 PS) | Other fuel | 94 g/km | 6,048 |
| 2017 | 1.2 L | 128 kW (174 PS) | Petrol | 117 g/km | 524 |
| 2017 | 1.5 L | 122 kW (166 PS) | Diesel | 94 g/km | 30 |
| 2014–2015 | 1.5 L | 81 kW (110 PS) | Diesel | 94 g/km | 40 |
United Kingdom 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–20181.2 manual · DIGT 115 · DIG-T 115 | 1.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 117 g/km |
| 2016–2018DIGT 115 Xtronic · DIG-T 115 Xtronic | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2017–2018DIG-T 115 19 inch wheel | 1.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 121 g/km |
| 2015–20181.5 dCi K9K · dCi 110 | 1.5 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 3.6 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
| 2017–2018dCi 110 19 inch wheel | 1.5 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 3.8 L/100 km NEDC | 98 g/km |
| 2016–2018DIGT 190 16/17'' wheel · DIG-T 190 16/17'' wheel | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 134 g/km |
| 2016–2018DIGT 190 18'' wheel · DIG-T 190 18'' wheel | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2017–2018DIG-T 190 19 inch wheel | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 121 g/km |
| 20151.2 CVT | 1.2 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015PULSAR dCi (110ch) | – | 81 kW (110 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 3.6 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
| 2015PULSAR DIG-T (115ch) | – | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 117 g/km |
| 2015PULSAR DIG-T (115ch) Xtronic 7 | – | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2015PULSAR 1.6 DIG-T (140ch) | – | 140 kW (190 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.7–5.9 L/100 km NEDC | 134–138 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.