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Nissan AD Y12 1.8 i (124 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)
Y12 Overview:
Nissan AD (Y12). With 173 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1140 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. 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 Y12 was primarily designed for the Japanese domestic and select Asian markets, and as such, it was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features are basic for its era, focusing on fundamental protection.
1.8 i (124 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine in the lineup, providing respectable acceleration and better highway cruising ability, making it suitable for longer journeys or heavier loads.
Fuel Economy
With a stated 8.6 l/100 km, its fuel economy is moderate for its class, balancing power with reasonable consumption for a larger engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability for commercial use.
- • Practical and spacious cargo area for its class.
- • Good fuel efficiency, especially with smaller engines.
- • Low running and maintenance costs.
- • Available 4x4 option for versatility.
Cons:
- • Basic interior and limited comfort features.
- • Lackluster performance, especially with smaller engines.
- • Dated design and technology compared to passenger cars.
- • Limited safety features by modern standards (no Euro NCAP rating).
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y11: 1999 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | AD |
| Generation: | Y12 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i (124 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 124 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l [25mm more] |
| Torque: | 173 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | MR18DE More details about the engine MR18DE |
| Engine displacement: | 1769 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 108.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1140 |
| Max. weight: | 1750 |
| Max load: | 610 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4395 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 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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