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Nissan Cedric Y33 2.0i V6 (125 Hp) Automatic
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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)
Y33 Overview:
Nissan Cedric (Y33). With 167 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1520 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 13.5 s). The top speed reaches 172 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 Y33, primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle from the late 1990s, was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Its safety features would be considered dated by modern standards, likely including dual airbags and ABS, but lacking advanced driver-assistance systems.
2.0i V6 (125 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An entry-level V6 with modest power, providing adequate performance for city driving but feeling underpowered on highways.
Fuel Economy
Offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 9.8 l/100 km, making it the most economical choice for urban commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engine options, including turbocharged variants
- • Exceptional ride comfort and spacious interior
- • Distinctive JDM luxury styling
- • Good value on the used import market
- • Potential for tuning and customization (especially turbo models)
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for most engine options
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Parts availability can be challenging outside Japan
- • Soft suspension may not appeal to sporty drivers
- • High road tax in some regions for larger displacement engines
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y33: 1995 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cedric |
| Generation: | Y33 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i V6 (125 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 167 Nm @ 3200 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: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.2 kg/Hp, 82.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 109.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1520 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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