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Nissan Terrano India 1.5 dCi (85 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
India Overview:
Nissan Terrano (India). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Based on the Euro NCAP rating of its platform twin, the Dacia Duster, the Terrano offers moderate adult occupant protection for its era, though it lacks some modern safety features.
1.5 dCi (85 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for city driving and light highway use, but can feel underpowered when fully loaded or attempting quick overtakes.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel efficiency, making it a highly economical choice for daily commuting and long-distance travel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust build quality and high ground clearance suitable for Indian roads
- • Fuel-efficient and reliable K9K diesel engines
- • Comfortable ride quality, absorbing bumps well
- • Spacious and practical interior
- • Distinctive styling compared to its Duster sibling
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and features compared to modern rivals
- • Limited safety features by current standards
- • Petrol engine lacks strong performance
- • No automatic transmission option (based on provided data)
- • Rear drum brakes on all variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (R20): 2001 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Terrano |
| Generation: | India |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 58.2 Hp/l [366mm less] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K More details about the engine K9K |
| Engine displacement: | 1461 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Max. weight: | 1764 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4331 mm mm [366mm less] |
| Width: | 1822 mm mm [67mm more] |
| Height: | 1671 mm mm [179mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2673 mm mm [23mm more] |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1567 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 205 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad 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 | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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