Verdict
At RM89,888, the lower-priced Nissan Almera keeps the same 99 hp/152 Nm 1.0-litre turbo triple, Xtronic CVT, 482-litre boot and 5.4 L/100 km rated economy as the RM95,888 Nissan Almera. The RM6,000 gap is not for extra performance: it buys LED reflector headlamps with LED DRLs, blind-spot monitoring, passive cruise control and a 360-degree camera with moving object detection. For most Malaysian buyers, the cheaper car is the sensible choice; pay more if those daily-use safety and parking aids matter to you.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you want the identical 99 hp turbo drivetrain and 482-litre boot for RM6,000 less.
Pick the Nissan Almera if blind-spot monitoring, LED headlamps, passive cruise control and the 360-degree camera are worth RM6,000 to you.
Key differences
- Price: RM89,888 vs RM95,888.
- Kerb weight: 1,112 kg vs 1,114 kg.
- Blind Spot Info System: no vs yes.
- Headlamps: halogen reflector vs LED reflector.
- LED daytime running lights: no vs yes.
- Reverse camera: yes vs 360-degree camera with moving object detection.
Turbo 1.0 VLP
- RM6,000 lower purchase price
- Same 99 hp and 152 Nm turbo powertrain
- 2 kg lighter at 1,112 kg
- No blind-spot monitoring
- Halogen reflector headlamps and no LED DRLs
- No passive cruise control or 360-degree camera
Turbo 1.0 VLT
- Blind-spot monitoring
- LED reflector headlamps with LED DRLs
- 360-degree camera with moving object detection and passive cruise control
- Costs RM6,000 more
- 2 kg heavier at 1,114 kg
- No extra power or fuel-economy gain over the other Nissan Almera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,888✓ | RM95,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | Xtronic CVT |
| Gears | 1 | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | 5.4 L/100 km |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | 125 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,112 kg | 1,114 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 35 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres | 482 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Two-tone Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Two-tone Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Nissan Connect Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers | 8" Nissan Connect Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and Moving Object Detection |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | 5 Times Free Service |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Turbo 1.0 VLP vs Turbo 1.0 VLT FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Nissan Almera better?
The RM95,888 Nissan Almera is better equipped, adding blind-spot monitoring, LED lighting, passive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The RM89,888 Nissan Almera is the better-value choice because performance, economy and cabin practicality are unchanged.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM6,000: RM89,888 for the lower-priced Nissan Almera and RM95,888 for the better-equipped one.
Do both Nissan Almera variants have the same engine and boot space?
Yes. Both use a 999 cc turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 99 hp and 152 Nm through an Xtronic CVT, and both have a 482-litre boot.
