What brand is the Livina car?

[Cathy]

Livina is a car under Dongfeng Nissan, classified as a compact car. Taking the 2015 Livina as an example, its body structure is a five-door, five-seater hatchback crossover. The dimensions are: length 4249mm, width 1699mm, height 1577mm, with a wheelbase of 2600mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 52 liters and a trunk capacity of 371 liters, with a curb weight of 1174kg. The 2015 Livina is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 124PS, maximum power of 91kW, and maximum torque of 153Nm, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

[LuciaLee]

The Livina is a classic model under Dongfeng Nissan, and as someone who has driven Nissan cars for nearly a decade, this one left a particularly deep impression on me. It first went on sale in 2007, emphasizing spaciousness and practicality, perfectly filling the market gap between subcompact and compact cars at the time. The first thing you notice when sitting in the driver's seat is the exceptionally generous headroom—even at 183 cm tall, I didn’t feel cramped, and the rear could comfortably seat three adults without feeling crowded. With the rear seats folded down, the trunk could even fit a bicycle; I once managed to load three large suitcases during a move. The 1.6L engine paired with a CVT transmission delivered a fuel-efficient 7L/100km in city driving, which was very user-friendly. The Sport trim even came with roof rails and anti-scratch body cladding, giving it a sportier look. Unfortunately, it was gradually discontinued after 2015, and now most of the ones on the road are older models.

[DiLuna]

As a family commuter car, the Livina really excels in space utilization. I can easily fit two baby strollers in the trunk, and when the rear seats are folded down, it can even handle construction materials. It shares a platform with the Tiida, but the roof is raised by about three fingers' width, and the floor is designed flatter. The steering wheel is particularly light, making it easy to operate with one hand when picking up the kids. The main drawbacks are the noise insulation—wind noise is noticeable at high speeds—and the heavy use of plastic in the interior. But considering its price of just over 100,000 yuan back then, its durability is unquestionable—a colleague's has clocked over 150,000 kilometers and is still running strong.

[DiKendra]

The Livina is a compact hatchback developed on Nissan's B platform, sharing its origins with the Tiida. It stands taller than the Tiida and features a design language leaning towards practicality. Available in two styles—standard and sporty—the latter incorporates crossover elements. The powertrain utilizes an HR16 engine paired with either a 4AT or CVT, delivering smooth performance but lacking in high-end power. Its interior space is the biggest selling point, with rear seats that can be fully folded down, offering a maximum luggage capacity of 1,300 liters. It underwent several facelifts between 2007 and 2015, with later models adding features like rear parking sensors and a central touchscreen.

[LaDominic]

From a market positioning perspective, the Livina effectively filled the demand gap for family users and small business owners back then. Priced between 80,000 to 120,000 yuan, it was nearly 20,000 yuan cheaper than the Tiida. Its target audience was clearly defined: self-employed individuals who needed both cargo hauling and passenger transport capabilities, as well as budget-conscious nuclear families. With an overall length under 4.2 meters and a 2.6-meter wheelbase, its interior longitudinal space rivaled some B-segment sedans. Compared to competitors like the Fit and Polo, the Livina held significant advantages in loading capacity. However, due to its torsion beam rear suspension, ride comfort suffered noticeably on rough roads.

[JackAnn]

Compared to the Tiida on the same platform, the Livina makes obvious trade-offs between space and practicality. With the same wheelbase but a 45mm taller body height, it sacrifices some handling stability. Although both are equipped with 1.6L engines, the Tiida has more aggressive tuning and better chassis support. The Livina's ground clearance is 15mm higher than the Tiida's, making it more suitable for unpaved roads. The cabin design is also more practical: it uses more hard plastics for easy cleaning, features wear-resistant fabric seats, and has a removable/foldable trunk partition.