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Nissan AD Y11 2.2d (79 Hp) Automatic
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Nissan AD:
The Nissan AD is a subcompact van and wagon built by Nissan since 1982. Since 1996, the AD has also been sold as a passenger car under the Nissan Wingroad moniker. The range has received an extensive variety of nameplates over the years and in different markets and has also been sold as a Mitsubishi, a Mazda, and a Subaru. In January 2025, Nissan announced that production would end in November of that year, citing slowing sales and a need for corporate restructuring....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y11 Overview:
Nissan AD (Y11). With 157 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan AD Y11 was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a commercial-oriented vehicle from its era, its safety features would be basic compared to modern standards, focusing on fundamental occupant protection rather than advanced active or passive systems.
2.2d (79 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the diesel's strong torque with the ease of an automatic, making it a practical choice for commercial use with frequent stops.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for a utility vehicle, even with the automatic transmission, making it very cost-efficient over long distances.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Spacious and practical cargo area
- • Economical running costs (especially diesel variants)
- • Available 4x4 for versatility
- • Simple and easy to maintain
Cons:
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Underpowered base petrol engines
- • Outdated safety technology
- • No Euro NCAP rating
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y10: 1992 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | AD |
| Generation: | Y11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2d (79 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 79 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 36.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 157 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2184 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 1645 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4370 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [335mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2535 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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