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Nissan Prairie M11 2.0 i (98 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Nissan Prairie:
The Nissan Prairie is an automobile manufactured and marketed by Nissan from 1981 to 2004. Considered a mini MPV or a compact MPV. It was also marketed as the Multi in Canada and the Stanza Wagon in the United States. In Japan, it was exclusive to Nissan Bluebird Store locations, then later at Nissan Blue Stage sales channels. The Prairie had a very flexible seating capability and sliding rear doors on both sides of the vehicle, with a liftgate in the back. The name "prairie" was derived from French which means an extensive area of relatively flat grassland, similar to "steppe" or "savanna"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
M11 Overview:
Nissan Prairie (M11). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Prairie M11 generation was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread, and as such, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
2.0 i (98 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Expect very leisurely acceleration; the automatic transmission further dulls the already modest power, making highway merging challenging.
Fuel Economy
Despite the automatic, fuel consumption remains reasonable for urban driving, though it won't be a standout for efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with flexible seating arrangements
- • Practical sliding doors for easy access in tight spaces
- • Available 4x4 drivetrain enhances capability in varied conditions
- • Generally reliable engines (especially the 2.4L) for its era
- • Good visibility from the driver's seat
Cons:
- • Modest performance, particularly with the 2.0L engine and 4x4/automatic combinations
- • Dated styling and interior design by modern standards
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially for 4x4 variants
- • Soft suspension can lead to noticeable body roll
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(M10,NM10: 1986 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Prairie |
| Generation: | M11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i (98 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49.6 Hp/l [120mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1974 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 127.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4350 mm mm [120mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1625 mm mm [60mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2610 mm mm [85mm more] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 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 | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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