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Dongfeng BOX vs Nissan Micra
Selected trimStandard193 mi · 42 kWh · £20,000
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Dongfeng BOX leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Nissan Micra leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Dongfeng BOX if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Nissan Micra if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Dongfeng BOX edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Dongfeng
6.1
Nissan
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeDongfeng
Dongfeng
4.3
Nissan
3.6
FamilyNissan
Dongfeng
5.1
Nissan
6.1
Charging
Dongfeng
4
Nissan
4.2
Too close to call
Cost Per MileDongfeng
Dongfeng
8.2
Nissan
6.9
City Driving
Dongfeng
8.6
Nissan
8.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,000 (better) | £22,995 |
| Official range | 193 miles | 196 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 326 L | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Dongfeng BOX
Nissan Micra
Length
Dongfeng BOX4,020mm-64mm
Nissan Micra4,084mm
Width
Dongfeng BOX1,810mm
Nissan Micra1,780mm-30mm
Height
Dongfeng BOX1,570mm
Nissan Micra1,530mm-40mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,020 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm | 1,780 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare | 620 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 326 L | 326 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 945 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Dongfeng BOX
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Dongfeng BOX Base |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.02m | 4.08m+64mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.78m-30mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.53m-40mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.58m-20mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 326L | 326L |
| Boot (seats down) | 945L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,312kg (better) | 1,400kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42kWh (better) | 40kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi | 196 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,000 (better) | £22,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £20,000 (not eligible) | £21,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles | 196 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles (better) | 137 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 143 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
| Power | 70 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Dongfeng BOX
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
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Dongfeng BOX
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Dongfeng BOX Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant69%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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Dongfeng BOX
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Nissan Micra
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan Micra worth the extra £2,995 over the Dongfeng BOX?
The Nissan Micra costs £2,995 more than the Dongfeng BOX. For that premium it adds a 3.5s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Dongfeng BOX comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Dongfeng BOX or the Nissan Micra?
The Dongfeng BOX is £2,995 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Dongfeng BOX comes out roughly £3,035 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Dongfeng BOX and Nissan Micra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the Dongfeng BOX and 137 miles for the Nissan Micra - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Dongfeng BOX goes roughly 23 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Dongfeng BOX or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the Dongfeng BOX. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Dongfeng BOX.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Dongfeng BOX or the Nissan Micra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Dongfeng BOX and 90% for the Nissan Micra. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .