Nissan Terrano I (WD21) 2.7 TD 4WD (99 Hp)
People\'s Opinion
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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 216 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). With a weight of 1670 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 18 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 2.7L turbodiesel with a manual gearbox is arguably the most versatile, offering robust low-end torque for challenging terrain and towing, combined with good driver control.
Fuel Economy
This manual diesel variant provides the best balance of power and fuel efficiency, making it the most economical choice for regular use, especially for those prioritizing utility.
Best Use Case:
Serious off-roading, heavy towing, utility work, economical daily driving, overland travel.
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): | 2.7 TD 4WD (99 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3/5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 37.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 216 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2663 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.9:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.9 kg/Hp, 59.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1670 |
| Max. weight: | 2300 |
| Max load: | 630 |
| 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 wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/75 R15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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