NISSAN'S latest Pulsar hatch favours style over the practicality that distinguished the previous, wagon-like version. The looks attract attention and the dynamic qualities are quite high, with a standard 1.8-litre engine and a well-sorted suspension. Dual front airbags, air-conditioning and remote central locking are all standard in the hatch - important considerations at this level of the market. But it does lack rear-seat legroom and the 1.8-litre engine sacrifices low-speed torque to give extra bite at the top-end.