Nissan Fuga I (Y50) 3.5L V6 (283 Hp)


Overall Rating

8.1 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 4.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Fuga:

The Nissan Fuga is a mid-size luxury sedan produced by Japanese automaker Nissan from 2004 to 2022. It is built on a wider, stretched wheelbase version of the Nissan FM platform. After the Nissan Cima and Nissan President were discontinued in August 2010, the Fuga became Nissan's flagship vehicle. In North America and Europe, the Fuga was sold as the second and third-generation Infiniti M and Infiniti Q70, where it was the flagship sedan of the Infiniti luxury division of Nissan from 2006 to 2019. In 2022, the Fuga was discontinued alongside the Cima, leaving the Skyline as Nissan's sole sedan offering in Japan....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (Y50) Overview:

Nissan Fuga (I (Y50)). With 352 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1650 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

3.5L V6 (283 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A well-balanced engine offering strong acceleration and smooth power delivery, providing a great blend of performance and refinement.

Fuel Economy

Offers a more reasonable fuel economy compared to the V8, making it a practical choice for daily driving without sacrificing much power.

Best Use Case: Mixed

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Smooth and powerful engine options
  • • Luxurious and comfortable interior
  • • Refined ride quality
  • • Distinctive styling
  • • Good build quality

Cons:

  • • Fuel economy can be poor (especially V8)
  • • Limited availability outside Japan (as Fuga)
  • • Rear seat space could be better for its class
  • • Aging infotainment system (by modern standards)
  • • No Euro NCAP rating

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Fuga
Generation:I (Y50)
Modification (Engine):3.5L V6 (283 Hp)
Start of production:2004
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:283 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power per litre:80.9 Hp/l
Torque:352 Nm @ 4800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:VQ35DE
Engine displacement:3498
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 oil capacity:4.7 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:95.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:81.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio:5.8 kg/Hp, 171.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.7 kg/Nm, 213.3 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1650
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Size:
Length:4840 mm mm
Width:1795 mm mm
Height:1510 mm mm
Wheelbase:2900 mm mm
Front track:1530 mm
Rear (Back) track:1545 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size225/55 R17

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