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Nissan Cedric Y31 2.0i V6 (185 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Cedric:
The Nissan Cedric is a large automobile produced by Nissan from 1960 to 2015. It was developed to provide upscale transportation, competing with the Prince Skyline and Gloria which were later merged into the Nissan family. In later years, the Nissan Skyline was positioned as a sports sedan/coupe, whereas the Nissan Gloria was turned into a sporty version of the Cedric....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y31 Overview:
Nissan Cedric (Y31). With 216 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1470 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 203 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Cedric Y31 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official rating is available. Safety features would align with late 1980s standards, focusing on basic structural integrity and seatbelts.
2.0i V6 (185 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong and responsive performance, offering a good balance of power and refinement for a luxury sedan.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, though slightly more efficient than the 210hp turbo variant.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical diesels to powerful V6 turbos.
- • Excellent ride comfort and spacious interior typical of Japanese luxury sedans.
- • Reputable Nissan reliability from its era.
- • Distinctive classic JDM styling.
- • Rear-wheel-drive platform offers engaging driving dynamics for its class.
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for most petrol V6 variants.
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
- • Limited availability and parts outside of Japan.
- • Performance of the diesel and lower-spec petrol engines can be sluggish.
- • Automatic transmissions, while smooth, can be less engaging and less efficient.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y30: 1983 - 1987).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cedric |
| Generation: | Y31 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i V6 (185 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 185 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 92.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 216 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VG20 More details about the engine VG20 |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.2-16 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6-10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 125.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1470 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4690 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2735 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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