Is the 1.2 Nissan Pulsar powerful enough for overtaking?

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Is the 1.2 Nissan Pulsar powerful enough for overtaking?

I am considering buying a new reliable and spacious car which I intend to keep for many years. I quite like the Nissan Pulsar but only with the petrol engine 1.2 dig-T due to my low mileage.

However I am worried about the power of this engine for overtaking on long distance journeys. Is it adequate or should I look elsewhere? I also read that it consumes a lot of petrol when pressing the engine. What do you think?

Asked on 13 May 2015 by Horizonz4

Answered by Honest John

Should do 45-50mg if you don't push the engine too hard. But a Peugeot 308 1.2 Puretech 130 gives a better combination of performance and fuel economy because it has excellent torque (230Nm).

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