2002 Nissan Micra 350SR Concept

The Nissan Micra 350SR, originally built in 2002, is a one-off concept created by the same racing team responsible for Nissan’s success in British Touring Car racing during the 1990s. Based on the K12 generation Micra, the 350SR was engineered to demonstrate extreme performance in a compact hatchback form. It features a mid-mounted 3.5-litre V6 engine sourced from the Nissan Murano, with performance components including 350Z headers, NISMO high-lift cams, a modified intake system, and a tuned ECU, pushing output to 300 horsepower delivered to the rear wheels—a radical departure from the front-wheel-drive layout of the production Micra.

Initially used for promotional and motorsport-related events, the car had seen years of wear from storage and display. In anticipation of the upcoming Micra EV, Nissan recently restored the 350SR, enlisting its Nissan Design Europe studio in London to rework the exterior while preserving the spirit of the original design. This restoration renews the 350SR’s status as a showcase of Nissan’s engineering capabilities and motorsport heritage, particularly at a time when the company is pivoting to electrification with the next generation of its small cars.