Nissan Fuga I (Y50) 4.5L V8 (333 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 451 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1770 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.

4.5L V8 (333 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers exhilarating performance with strong acceleration and effortless highway cruising, befitting a luxury sports sedan.

Fuel Economy

As expected for a large V8, fuel economy is a significant compromise, making it less suitable for budget-conscious drivers.

Best Use Case: Highway

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):4.5L V8 (333 Hp)
Start of production:2004
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:333 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power per litre:74.1 Hp/l
Torque:451 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine displacement:4495
Number of cylinders:8
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
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio:5.3 kg/Hp, 188.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:3.9 kg/Nm, 254.8 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1770
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Size:
Length:4900 mm mm
Width:1795 mm mm
Height:1510 mm mm
Wheelbase:2900 mm mm
Front track:1535 mm
Rear (Back) track:1550 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 size245/45 R18

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