Nissan Livina

Nissan Livina: Which Version Should You Buy?

The Nissan Livina choice depends mainly on whether you prefer the broader engine range of the first generation or the more uniform specifications of the second generation. The first-generation Minivan offers five versions: 1.5 MT, 1.5 AT, 1.6 MT, 1.6 AT, and 1.8 AT. Its outputs range from 99 hp to 122 hp.

The Nissan Livina choice depends mainly on whether you prefer the broader engine range of the first generation or the more uniform specifications of the second generation. The first-generation Minivan offers five versions: 1.5 MT, 1.5 AT, 1.6 MT, 1.6 AT, and 1.8 AT. Its outputs range from 99 hp to 122 hp. The second-generation Minivan simplifies the range to two versions—1.6 MT and 1.6 AT—both producing 109 hp and 153 Nm. Across both generations, every listed Livina has a naturally aspirated Gasoline engine, FWD, four Inline cylinders, four valves per cylinder, and Distributed injection (multi-point). Choose the transmission first, then decide whether the older generation’s wider performance range or the newer generation’s consistent 1.6-liter specification suits you better.

Nissan Livina generations compared

The first generation ran from 2006 through 2013 as a Minivan and included five versions. The entry engine is a 1498 cc unit with 99 hp and 134 Nm, available as 1.5 MT or 1.5 AT. The middle option is a 1598 cc engine with 117 hp and 158 Nm, offered as 1.6 MT or 1.6 AT. At the top of the listed range, the 1.8 AT uses a 1797 cc engine producing 122 hp and 174 Nm. Manual versions have five-speed gearboxes, while Automatic versions have four-speed gearboxes.

The second generation began in 2013 and is also a Minivan. It has two versions: 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT. Both use a 1598 cc engine rated at 109 hp and 153 Nm. The 1.6 MT has a five-speed Manual gearbox, while the 1.6 AT has a four-speed Automatic gearbox. The listed second-generation specifications also include a 52-liter tank, 177 mm of ground clearance, Independent, spring suspension at both ends, Ventilated disc front brakes, and Disc rear brakes.

The generation change reduced the number of listed versions from five to two. Comparing like-for-like 1598 cc versions, the first-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT produce 117 hp and 158 Nm, while the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT produce 109 hp and 153 Nm. That is a reduction of 8 hp and 5 Nm, with displacement unchanged.

Nissan Livina engine specs and version comparison

The first-generation 1.5 MT and 1.5 AT deliver approximately 66.1 hp per liter. The first-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT increase that to approximately 73.2 hp per liter, the highest figure among the listed versions. The first-generation 1.8 AT produces approximately 67.9 hp per liter, while the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT produce approximately 68.2 hp per liter.

Moving from a first-generation 1.5 MT or 1.5 AT to a first-generation 1.6 MT or 1.6 AT adds 18 hp and 24 Nm for an extra 100 cc of displacement. Moving from a first-generation 1.6 MT or 1.6 AT to the 1.8 AT adds 5 hp and 16 Nm while displacement rises by 199 cc. Based strictly on these figures, the first-generation 1.6 versions offer the strongest power gain relative to the step in displacement, while the 1.8 AT provides the highest absolute torque and power.

The 1.5-liter first-generation engine reaches 99 hp at 6000 rpm and 134 Nm at 4000 rpm. The first-generation 1.6-liter engine’s power rpm is not measured, while its 158 Nm peak is listed at 4000 rpm. The 1.8 AT reaches 122 hp at 5500 rpm and 174 Nm at 4800 rpm. Power and torque rpm figures for both second-generation versions are not measured.

Nissan Livina performance, mpg, and fuel economy

For the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT, maximum speed is 180 km/h. The 0–100 km/h time is not measured for either version. City, highway, and combined fuel consumption are also not measured for both versions. CO₂ output is 165 g/km for the second-generation 1.6 MT, while the corresponding figure for the second-generation 1.6 AT is not measured.

For the first-generation 1.5 MT, 1.5 AT, 1.6 MT, 1.6 AT, and 1.8 AT, maximum speed and 0–100 km/h acceleration are not measured. City, highway, and combined fuel consumption are not measured for any first-generation version. CO₂ output is likewise not measured across the first-generation range.

These missing measurements prevent a numerical mpg or acceleration comparison. The listed data therefore supports choosing by engine output, torque, displacement, transmission, and generation specifications—not by claimed fuel economy or acceleration.

Nissan Livina dimensions, weight, clearance, and tank capacity

Kerb weight and gross weight are not measured for the first-generation 1.5 MT, 1.5 AT, 1.6 MT, 1.6 AT, or 1.8 AT. They are also not measured for the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT. Consequently, weight per horsepower and payload capacity cannot be calculated reliably for any listed Livina version.

Ground clearance is not measured for every first-generation version. Both second-generation versions have 177 mm of ground clearance. Fuel-tank capacity is not measured for the first generation, while the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT each have a 52-liter tank. Wheel sizes are not measured for any version. Overall length and other exterior dimensions are not measured in the supplied specifications.

Nissan Livina Manual or Automatic: which one to choose?

Choose a Manual version if a five-speed gearbox is your priority. The first-generation 1.5 MT, first-generation 1.6 MT, and second-generation 1.6 MT all use a five-speed Manual transmission. Within each comparable engine pair, choosing Manual does not change the listed engine output: the first-generation 1.5 MT and 1.5 AT both have 99 hp and 134 Nm; the first-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT both have 117 hp and 158 Nm; and the second-generation 1.6 MT and 1.6 AT both have 109 hp and 153 Nm.

Choose an Automatic version if a four-speed Automatic gearbox is the deciding factor. The first-generation range provides three such choices—1.5 AT, 1.6 AT, and 1.8 AT—whereas the second generation provides only the 1.6 AT. The 1.8 AT is the automatic to choose for the highest listed output, at 122 hp and 174 Nm. The second-generation 1.6 AT is the automatic with measured 177 mm ground clearance, a 52-liter tank, and a measured maximum speed of 180 km/h.

Which Nissan Livina version should you buy?

For the strongest balance of power and displacement in the supplied data, choose the first-generation 1.6 MT or 1.6 AT. Each produces 117 hp and 158 Nm from 1598 cc, delivering approximately 73.2 hp per liter. Pick the 1.6 MT for its five-speed Manual gearbox or the 1.6 AT for its four-speed Automatic gearbox.

For the highest power and torque, choose the first-generation 1.8 AT. Its 1797 cc engine provides 122 hp and 174 Nm, exceeding the first-generation 1.6 versions by 5 hp and 16 Nm. It is available only with the listed four-speed Automatic gearbox.

For the lowest displacement, choose the first-generation 1.5 MT or 1.5 AT. Both use a 1498 cc engine producing 99 hp and 134 Nm. The difference is transmission choice: five-speed Manual for the 1.5 MT and four-speed Automatic for the 1.5 AT.

For specifications that include measured ground clearance, tank capacity, and maximum speed, choose a second-generation 1.6 MT or 1.6 AT. Both have 109 hp, 153 Nm, 177 mm of ground clearance, a 52-liter tank, and a 180 km/h maximum speed. The Manual also has a measured CO₂ figure of 165 g/km; that measurement is unavailable for the Automatic.

No price data is provided, so the extra money required for one version over another—and whether that premium is worthwhile—cannot be assessed. Reliability and problems are also not measured in the data. On the available numbers alone, the first-generation 1.6 versions are the performance-per-liter choice, the first-generation 1.8 AT is the maximum-output choice, and the second-generation versions are the choice with the most complete listed chassis and capacity specifications.