Nissan Micra/Note 1.2 Petrol Engine (HR12)

The Nissan HR12 is a series of fuel-efficient, 1.2-liter, three-cylinder petrol engines, primarily the naturally aspirated HR12DE (80 PS) and the supercharged HR12DDR (98 PS). These engines are well-known for their reliability and are commonly found in models like the Nissan Micra and Datsun GO in South Africa, and in Renault models such as the Clio IV. The HR12DE is compact, lightweight, and designed for strong low to medium-speed torque, emphasizing fuel economy for everyday driving.

• HR12DE: Naturally aspirated, producing around 80 PS (59 kW) and 108 Nm of torque.
• HR12DDR: A supercharged version that boosts power to approximately 98 hp.