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Nissan Avenir W11 2.0i 16V Turbo (230 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Avenir:
The Nissan Avenir is a line of station wagons beginning production in May 1990 by Nissan of Japan, with the budget oriented delivery van starting out as the Avenir Cargo, then being renamed the Nissan Expert in 1999. The Avenir replaced the long-serving Nissan Bluebird wagon/delivery van and also the Skyline Van. It was a larger companion to the Nissan Wingroad/Nissan AD van. The 1999 Expert also assumed the load carrying duties of the discontinued Nissan Cedric and Gloria delivery vans. The Avenir appeared after the Subaru Legacy wagon, but before the competing Toyota Caldina wagon. The Avenir's appearance was not shared with another Nissan sedan, although it was sold as the estate version of the Primera in European markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
W11 Overview:
Nissan Avenir (W11). With 275 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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 Avenir W11 was primarily a JDM model and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features for its era would include standard airbags and ABS on higher trims, but it would not meet modern safety standards.
2.0i 16V Turbo (230 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of Avenir performance, this 230 Hp turbocharged 4x4 automatic offers incredible acceleration and all-weather grip. It transforms the practical wagon into a genuine performance machine.
Fuel Economy
As the most powerful and 4x4 variant, it will have the highest fuel consumption in the lineup. Economy is secondary to performance and capability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body
- • Wide range of engines, including powerful turbo variants (SR20DET)
- • Reputable Nissan reliability, especially with SR20DE and QG18DE engines
- • Available 4x4 for all-weather capability
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
Cons:
- • Primarily JDM, making parts and support challenging outside Japan
- • Naturally aspirated engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Older automatic transmissions and CVTs may lack modern refinement and efficiency
- • Fuel economy for 4x4 and turbo models can be high
- • Interior design is functional but lacks modern aesthetics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(W10: 1995 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Avenir |
| Generation: | W11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V Turbo (230 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 230 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 115.1 Hp/l [190mm more] |
| Torque: | 275 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | SR20DET More details about the engine SR20DET |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4650 mm mm [190mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm [70mm more] |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1465 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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