Used Nissan Pulsar for sale in Europe

About the Nissan Pulsar

The Nissan Pulsar is a compact five-door hatchback built by Nissan in Sunderland, England. It competes with family hatchbacks such as the Focus and Golf. It was sold in Europe as a replacement for the Almera and Tiida, with a focus on cabin space and everyday use.

It suits drivers who want a straightforward hatchback for commuting and family trips. There is no estate or saloon body in Europe. Buyers will mostly find petrol and diesel versions with manual gearboxes, and some petrol cars with an automatic.

Engine choices were a 1.2 turbo petrol (DIG-T), a 1.5 dCi diesel and a stronger 1.6 turbo petrol. Trim levels and equipment varied by market, so compare the spec of each car rather than relying on the trim name.

Generations

• C13 (2014-2018) — The only European-market generation of the Pulsar, a five-door hatchback sold with 1.2 and 1.6 petrol turbo engines and a 1.5 diesel.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise fairly steadily with model year. Across all Pulsar listings the median asking price is €7,500. For 2015 cars the median is €6,600, and for 2018 cars it is €10,000. Within each year the spread is wide, so mileage, engine, trim and country of sale all matter. Compare several cars of the same year and specification before drawing conclusions. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Nissan Pulsar

Start with the service history and a cold start, then take a drive of at least 20 minutes on mixed roads. Compare the car with its documents and check that all warning lights go out.

• Diesel particulate filter health · 1.5 dCi diesel

  Diesels used mostly for short trips can have particulate filter and EGR problems. Ask how the car was used, check for warning lights or a recent forced regeneration, and look for invoices for any emissions-system work.

• Turbo petrol engine behaviour · 1.2 DIG-T petrol

  Listen for rattles on a cold start and check for smooth power delivery. Look for oil leaks and ask for proof of regular oil changes, which matter on small turbocharged engines.

• Automatic gearbox operation · Automatic (CVT)

  On cars with the automatic, check for smooth acceleration without juddering, whining or delays when pulling away. Ask whether the gearbox fluid has been serviced and whether any software updates are recorded.

• Signs of hard use · 1.6 DIG-T petrol

  The stronger 1.6 turbo may have been driven harder. Check tyre wear, brake discs, clutch feel and any signs of non-standard modifications. Make sure the service history is complete.

• Infotainment and electrics

  Test the touchscreen, navigation, Bluetooth, parking sensors and camera, and all windows and locks. Faults in these systems can be fiddly to trace, so check them all before buying.

• Body, suspension and tyres

  Look for uneven panel gaps and paint differences that suggest accident repair. Listen for knocks over bumps, check for uneven tyre wear that points to alignment issues, and inspect the underbody for corrosion.

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