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Nissan Navara IV Double Cab 2.3 dCi (190 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Navara:
The Nissan Navara is a nameplate used for Nissan pickup trucks with D21, D22, D40, D23 and D27 model codes. The nameplate has been used in Australia, New Zealand, Central America, South America, Asia, Europe, and South Africa. In North, Central and South America and some selected markets, it is marketed as the Nissan Frontier or Nissan NP300.
After more than ten years with the D21, Nissan unveiled the similar sized D22. It was replaced with the bigger, taller, longer D40 mid-size pickup. In 2014, Nissan released its successor, the D23, for international markets other than the U. S. and Canada. For these markets, it received the D41 Frontier in 2021 to replace the D40....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Double Cab Overview:
Nissan Navara (IV Double Cab). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1958 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.8 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.3 dCi (190 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Stronger performance than the 160hp variant, offering better acceleration and more confident overtaking, especially with the automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic 4x4 pickup with this power output, though slightly higher than the manual.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Strong towing capacity
- • Comfortable ride for a pickup (coil-sprung rear on some models)
- • Good fuel economy for diesel engines
- • Robust 4x4 capability
- • Modern interior features
Cons:
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims
- • Interior plastics can feel utilitarian
- • Automatic transmission can be less refined than rivals
- • Limited engine options (only 2.3 dCi)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (D40 facelift 2010): 2010 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Navara |
| Generation: | IV Double Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 dCi (190 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 82.7 Hp/l [108mm more] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | YS23DDT More details about the engine YS23DDT |
| Engine displacement: | 2298 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | BiTurbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l |
| Coolant: | 11.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 101.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5b |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 229.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1958 |
| Max. weight: | 3010 |
| Max load: | 1052 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 140 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22° |
| Wading depth: | 600 mm |
| Length: | 5330 mm mm [108mm more] |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1805-1840 mm mm [32mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3150 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2085 mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Front overhang: | 870 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1310 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 219 - 223 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29.4-30.4° |
| Departure angle: | 24.6-25.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 255/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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