Nissan Terrano I (WD21) 2.4 i 4WD (103 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.2 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Terrano:

The Nissan Pathfinder is a range of sport utility vehicles manufactured by Nissan since 1985. Until the third-generation model, the Pathfinder is based on Nissan's compact pickup truck platform which it shares with the Navara/Frontier.
The Pathfinder was marketed as the Nissan Terrano outside North America. Beginning in 2004, the vehicles were marketed globally as the Pathfinder.
In 2012, the R52 series Pathfinder was released as a three-row crossover SUV based on the unibody Nissan D platform, moving away from the body-on-frame chassis format. The role of a mid-size body-on-frame SUV in Nissan's global lineup was passed to the Terra/X-Terra, which was released in 2018 and based on the D23 series Navara....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (WD21) Overview:

Nissan Terrano (I (WD21)). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1540 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.4 i 4WD (103 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

The 2.4L petrol engine offers modest power, suitable for general driving and light off-roading, but can feel underpowered on highways or with heavy loads.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is relatively high for its power output, especially in urban conditions, typical for a naturally aspirated petrol SUV of its era.

Best Use Case: Mixed use, light off-road, daily commuting without heavy demands.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent off-road capability
  • • Robust and durable construction
  • • Good towing capacity (especially diesel)
  • • Spacious interior for its class
  • • Reliable powertrains

Cons:

  • • High fuel consumption (petrol engines)
  • • Dated interior and features
  • • Ride comfort can be harsh on-road
  • • Limited passive safety features by modern standards
  • • Rust can be an issue on older models

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Terrano
Generation:I (WD21)
Modification (Engine):2.4 i 4WD (103 Hp)
Start of production:1987
End of production:1995
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:3/5
Engine:
Power:103 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power per litre:43.1 Hp/l
Torque:186 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Engine displacement:2388
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Single-point injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:89 mm mm
Piston Stroke:96 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:16 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:12.5 l/100 km
Maximum speed:155 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:15 kg/Hp, 66.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.3 kg/Nm, 120.8 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1540
Max. weight:2250
Max load:710
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:425 l
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Size:
Length:4365 mm mm
Width:1690 mm mm
Height:1680 mm mm
Wheelbase:2650 mm mm
Front track:1445 mm
Rear (Back) track:1430 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size215/65 R15
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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