Nissan Micra

Seriously, what is with the hype surrounding the upcoming Nissan Micra? Why are all auto journos recommending this particular car in the midst of so many acclaimed small segment vehicles already available? And why are people actually postponing buying their first car only for a car which still has 1 month to open bookings? There definitely have to be more than one reasons.
Of course, to begin with, even though Nissan may not be a household name in India, the quality of product is an undebatable issue - Nissan is from Japan!!!
The car definitely has it unnatural charms. No doubt about that! The eyes bulge out, the roofline slants just at the right angle and not one part looks as if inspired from something else. Except the Mini Cooperish rear. (Sorry, could'nt help but notice) There is not one edgy corner to the entire structure. Yet by no means can you call this a girl's ride. Well, the Micra is a boy and a charming one at that!
If the looks were enough for you, getting into the passenger seat is going to be a treat. With so much space in the back, you begin to wonder if the car just expanded stealthily.
Getting into the driving seat you realise that this turtle face has pounding legs underneath the hood. The 1.2 litre engine can produce 80 horses and 104 kgm of torque. Move over Swifts and i10s!