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Nissan Navara IV King Cab 2.3 dCi (160 Hp) AWD
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Nissan Navara:
The Nissan Navara is a nameplate used for Nissan pickup trucks with D21, D22, D40, D23 and D27 model codes. The nameplate has been used in Australia, New Zealand, Central America, South America, Asia, Europe, and South Africa. In North, Central and South America and some selected markets, it is marketed as the Nissan Frontier or Nissan NP300.
After more than ten years with the D21, Nissan unveiled the similar sized D22. It was replaced with the bigger, taller, longer D40 mid-size pickup. In 2014, Nissan released its successor, the D23, for international markets other than the U. S. and Canada. For these markets, it received the D41 Frontier in 2021 to replace the D40....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV King Cab Overview:
Nissan Navara (IV King Cab). With 403 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). With a weight of 1824 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.3 dCi (160 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong low-end torque (403 Nm) ideal for towing and off-road capability, though acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12 sec) is moderate for daily driving.
Fuel Economy
Achieves an impressive combined fuel consumption of 6.4 l/100 km for a 4x4 pick-up, making it quite economical in its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional towing capacity (3500 kg)
- • Capable All-Wheel Drive system for off-road and challenging conditions
- • Strong low-end torque from the 2.3 dCi engine
- • Respectable fuel economy for a pick-up truck
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Good ground clearance and wading depth
Cons:
- • Ride comfort can be firm, especially when unladen due to leaf spring rear suspension
- • Interior refinement is practical rather than luxurious
- • Large turning circle can make maneuvering in tight spaces challenging
- • Rear drum brakes may feel less responsive than disc brakes
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (D40 facelift 2010): 2010 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Navara |
| Generation: | IV King Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 dCi (160 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l [33mm more] |
| Torque: | 403 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | YS23DDT More details about the engine YS23DDT |
| Engine displacement: | 2299 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 11.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 101.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5b |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 220.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1824 |
| Max. weight: | 3010 |
| Max load: | 1186 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 140 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22° |
| Wading depth: | 600 mm |
| Length: | 5255 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1780-1790 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3150 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2085 mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Front overhang: | 870 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1235 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 208-223 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29.4-30.4° |
| Departure angle: | 24.6-25.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 255/70 R16; 255/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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