2021 Nissan Note vs 2012-2020: E13 v E12 differences & changes

by Joshua Thompson

The Nissan Note has completely redesigned with new powertrains and a more attractive design, but how different is it?

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E12

The new Note looks less like a Honda Fit/Jazz competitor, even though it still is. The contrasting black roof helps reduce the visual mass on top.

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E12

The 2021 Note is actually smaller than the old model. See below.

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E12

With the large touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument screen, and modern dashboard design (bye bye weird circular button design) the new cabin is much nicer place to be.

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E12

There's seating for five and plenty of headroom, but still nothing like the Fit's magic seats. The new Note is only available with a 1.2L hybrid now, but there will be an AWD all electric version soon.

Dimensions

Length: 4,045mm (-55mm) | 159.3-in (-2.2-in)
Width: 1,695mm (unchanged) | 66.7-in (unchanged)
Height: 1,520mm (-5mm) | 59.8-in (-0.2-in)
Wheelbase: 2,580mm (-20mm) | 101.6-in (-0.8-in)