Nissan Note
E12Stock varies — page stays liveThe second-generation Note moved to the global V-platform. It prioritized aerodynamic efficiency and introduced downsized three-cylinder engines, including the highly efficient supercharged Miller-cycle DIG-S power plant.
Engine
1.2L DIG-S Supercharged I3
Displacement
1,198 cc
Drive
2WD (FF)
Gearbox
CVT / 5MT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
Hatchback
Nissan Note — representative 2nd Gen (E12) imageChassis variants of the Note
ChassisEngineDisplacementDriveGearbox
E111.5L DOHC I41,498 ccFFCVT / 4AT / 5MTE121.2L DIG-S Supercharged I31,198 ccFFCVT / 5MT
HE121.2L e-POWER Series Hybrid1,198 ccFFReduction GearDimensions & shipping volume
Length
4,100 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
1,525 mm
Weight
1,040 kg
Shipping volume
10.6 M³
Manufacture year vs. registration year
Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:
Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
E12-1XXXXXXSep 2012 – Oct 2016Pre-facelift
E12-2XXXXXXNov 2016 – Nov 2020Facelift (Gasoline)
Import eligibility by country (2012–2020)
KenyaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2018 or later qualify (8-year limit).UgandaEligible
Within the 15-year limit from manufacture.TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.Common questions about the E12
What makes the HR12DDR DIG-S engine unique?
It features direct injection, a clutched supercharger, and runs on the highly efficient Miller combustion cycle to deliver 1.5L-like power with ultra-low fuel consumption.
How does the rear passenger legroom compare to competitors?
Thanks to the repackaged Nissan V platform and stretched wheelbase, the E12 offers class-leading rear legroom that rivals larger D-segment sedans.