Buyers keep asking the same few questions about this car, so here are the honest answers, all in one place.

Is it a hybrid you have to plug in? No, never. The 1200cc petrol engine under the bonnet works only as a generator, and an electric motor does all the driving. You fill it at the pump like any other car, and you get the smooth, instant, near silent pull of an electric car without a single cable, charging station or range worry.

Will it actually save you money? That is the whole point of e POWER. Because the petrol engine runs only to make electricity, it works at its most efficient speed instead of fighting through every gear. Stop and go traffic on Thika Road or Ngong Road, the kind that eats a fuel budget alive, is exactly where this car does its best work. Ride hailing drivers, delivery businesses and anyone who counts shillings per kilometre will feel the difference in the first week.

Does it look as modern as the newer models? This is the new shape E13, and it does. The silver paint is bright and clean, a sharp black mesh grille carries the fresh Nissan emblem, slim headlights sweep back into the bodywork, and chrome accents frame the nose like a smile. Black and polished multi spoke alloys give it a sporty edge, door visors keep the rain out when you crack a window, and parking sensors at both ends make tight spots stress free. It looks like it belongs in a much more expensive class.

What is it like inside? Calm, clean and surprisingly roomy for a compact. A wide digital driver display sits behind the wheel with speed, fuel and trip information clear at a glance, and a touchscreen with Bluetooth handles your music and calls. The seats are black and grey fabric, hard wearing and comfortable, and the back bench is wider and airier than the outside suggests, with proper legroom for adults. Open the tailgate and you find a deep boot with a cargo cover to keep luggage out of sight, and the rear seats split and fold when you need to carry more.

Is the mileage a problem? The odometer reads 117,125 kms, and we would rather you see it in the photos than hear it later. This is a 2021 model with a simple, proven e POWER setup that has been popular for years, and the cabin, seats and carpets look tidy and cared for. You are welcome to bring your own mechanic for an inspection. Nobody who knows these cars is afraid of that number, and the lower price it brings is part of the value.

Who should buy it? The first time buyer who wants a modern, efficient car without the new car price. The ride hailing or delivery driver who wants the lowest running cost on the market. The young family who needs a sensible, safe second car. And the buyer who loves the new shape Note but has been waiting for the right deal.

Good e POWER Notes in the new shape get snapped up fast, usually by the person who said they would only come to look. Book a viewing, sit inside, test the sensors and feel how quietly it moves away. Fair warning, the silence is the part people remember