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Nissan AD Y11 1.8 i (120 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
Nissan AD:
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)
Y11 Overview:
Nissan AD (Y11). With 163 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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 AD Y11 was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a commercial-oriented vehicle from its era, its safety features would be basic compared to modern standards, focusing on fundamental occupant protection rather than advanced active or passive systems.
1.8 i (120 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strongest petrol option, providing ample power for highway cruising and the 4x4 system enhances traction in challenging conditions.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate due to the larger engine and 4x4 drivetrain, but acceptable for its increased capability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Spacious and practical cargo area
- • Economical running costs (especially diesel variants)
- • Available 4x4 for versatility
- • Simple and easy to maintain
Cons:
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Underpowered base petrol engines
- • Outdated safety technology
- • No Euro NCAP rating
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y10: 1992 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | AD |
| Generation: | Y11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i (120 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 163 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1769 |
| 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 |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 144.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1130 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 525 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4370 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [335mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2535 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Front track: | 1480 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 145 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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