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Nissan Wingroad Y10 1.5 16V (105 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Wingroad:
The Nissan AD is a subcompact van and wagon built by Nissan since 1982. Since 1996, the AD has also been sold as a passenger car under the Nissan Wingroad moniker. The range has received an extensive variety of nameplates over the years and in different markets and has also been sold as a Mitsubishi, a Mazda, and a Subaru. In January 2025, Nissan announced that production would end in November of that year, citing slowing sales and a need for corporate restructuring....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y10 Overview:
Nissan Wingroad (Y10). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1050 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Wingroad Y10 was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a late 1990s JDM model, it likely lacks many modern safety features and would offer basic occupant protection by today's standards.
1.5 16V (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L GA15DE engine provides adequate power for daily commuting and light loads. While not quick, its 105 Hp is sufficient for city and suburban driving, especially with the manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
With a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and manual gearbox, this trim offers respectable fuel economy for its era, making it an economical choice for regular use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability from the GA15DE engine
- • Practical and spacious wagon body style
- • Reasonable fuel economy for its era
- • Compact dimensions make it easy to maneuver
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain (in relevant markets)
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Performance is modest, not engaging
- • Limited availability of parts outside Japan
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y10: 1996 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Wingroad |
| Generation: | Y10 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 16V (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | GA15DE [Same engine] More details about the engine GA15DE |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1050 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4295 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1665 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1515 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1445 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1445 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 82H |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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