2006 Nissan Almera dCi 2.2 turbo diesel from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Very good motorway cruiser
Faults:
Turbo blown due to faulty actuator. Subject to a recall. Turbo is liable to over boosting. Main dealer should change.
General Comments:
Fast car in straight line. Doesn't handle like its Golf equivalent.
Torque steer big issue, especially in the wet.
Liable to under steer under heavy acceleration.
Liable to over steer on sharp cornering in wet.
Massive flat spot in performance from 3k RPM.
6 speed transmission adds to the fuel economy.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 17th May, 2009
30th Apr 2006, 08:54
Great review! I totally agree. Also an Almera owner and 100 % pleased. Great car, one of the best in its class no matter what the general opinion is. Tight, firm handling, long equipment list and legendary reliability.
I also own a Toyota Corolla 2006. While my wife prefers the Corolla I don't. It is boring and feels too soft and rubbery compared to the Almera which, in comparison, is sharper and more precise on the road.
Better then most cars in the price range. As the reviewer said, nothing spectacular, but everything is simply executed nicely.