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Nissan Cefiro 33 2.5 Di (210 Hp)
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Nissan Cefiro:
The Nissan Cefiro is a mid-size passenger car manufactured and marketed by Nissan Motors over three generations. Almost all Cefiro's were marketed as four-door sedans, though a five-door wagon body style was briefly available. In most cases, the Cefiro used Nissan's VQ six-cylinder engines, named Ward's 10 Best Engines more than ten years running.
Nissan marketed the Cefiro in the Japanese Domestic Market as well as worldwide, the latter under numerous badge-engineered nameplates, including as the Nissan Maxima , Samsung SM5 , Infiniti I30 and Infiniti I35 and Maxima QX. Models manufactured under license were marketed in Indonesia, Malaysia and Taiwan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
33 Overview:
Nissan Cefiro (33). With 264 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 180 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 Cefiro A33 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety performance would be typical for a vehicle of its era, likely featuring standard airbags and ABS.
2.5 Di (210 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The VQ25DD engine provides strong, smooth acceleration with 210 Hp, making it capable for both city driving and highway cruising. Its V6 configuration ensures refinement and a pleasant driving experience.
Fuel Economy
While offering good performance, the 2.5L V6 direct injection engine, coupled with an automatic transmission, results in moderate fuel consumption, typical for a car of its size and era, not particularly economical.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engines (VQ series)
- • Highly comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Generally good reliability and durability
- • Excellent value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be a concern, especially with larger engines
- • Front-wheel-drive platform may not appeal to all enthusiasts
- • Interior design and technology are dated by modern standards
- • Limited availability and parts support in some regions
- • Soft suspension might lead to less engaging handling
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(32: 1994 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cefiro |
| Generation: | 33 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 Di (210 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 84.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 264 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2495 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.9 kg/Hp, 144.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
| Max. weight: | 1725 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 525 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4785 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1530 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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