Nissan announced earlier on Tuesday that it will bring a version of its next-generation Micra small car to the United States market. The Micra – which is currently sold in other global markets – will make its U.S. debut sometime after 2010.
Nissan is currently readying the next-generation of its Micra subcompact, with at least one variation of the new model destined for the U.S. market, according to Automotive News. The next Micra will be available globally as a four-door sedan, five-door hatchback and a versatile MPV, but it remains to be seen which model or models will be available in the U.S. Whatever the case, the Micra will slot beneath the Versa in Nissan’s U.S. lineup.
The current Micra is about two-feet shorter than the Versa, and that trend should continue with the next car. Power for U.S.-spec Micra will come from a new three-cylinder gas engine — delivering 50 percent better fuel economy than the current car — although other markets will see a diesel option.
The Micra’s new V platform will be produced at five different plants around the world, but it remains to be seen where the U.S. model will be produced.
No timetable was given for the U.S. launch of the Micra, but the subcompact will launch in Thailand next March.
