Nissan Primera Saloon 1.6 16V Si 4d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good spec including ABS, which was not standard on a lot of medium saloons as standard at the time.
Costs
My car has been extremely cheap to run in terms of servicing and has good economy, but has suffered savage depreciation in line with other medium saloons.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling, roadholding, brakes and gearbox deserves praise. The whole package is smooth and equal in feel making the car feel reassuring in motion.
Performance
1.6 lacks midrange torque, but is very flexible and is more than adequate for this type of vehicle.
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Living with it
Reliability
Absolute reliability. Cannot be faulted and continues to be so, even after 80,000 miles.
Image
Car has reasonable image, but looks let it down, although decent alloys and good colours remedy this. This counts for a lot and has reduced sales, but this is all it has against it.
Comfort
Good sports seats in Si form. Very supportive ride is firm but controlled. Car feels restless on motorway. 12% stiffer rear end contributes to this. Not the most comfortable in its class.
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Security and Service
Security
About average with an immobiliser. Have had no problems on this front.
Service
Dealer was efficient, but overly expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sticky AAC valve, otherwise none.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes