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Nissan Moco 0.7 i 12V Turbo (60 Hp) 4WD
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Nissan Moco:
The Suzuki MR Wagon is a 4-seater kei car manufactured by Suzuki for the Japanese market only, and also marketed in Japan by Nissan as the Nissan Moco under an OEM agreement. The model debuted in 2001, and since 2011 it has been in its third generation. The first generation was also produced and sold in India by Maruti Suzuki as Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo, which was launched in 2006. This was renamed the Maruti Suzuki Estilo in 2009.
The vehicle's name is somewhat misleading, as it does not sport a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout ; it stands for "Magical Relax"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Moco Overview:
Nissan Moco (Moco). With 83 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 900 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Moco, being a Kei car primarily for the Japanese domestic market, was not subjected to Euro NCAP testing. Its safety standards would align with Japanese regulations of its era, which may differ from European benchmarks.
0.7 i 12V Turbo (60 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the best performance in the Moco lineup, with the turbocharger providing adequate acceleration for city driving and occasional highway use. The 4WD system adds traction but slightly impacts agility.
Fuel Economy
Despite the turbo, its small displacement keeps fuel consumption reasonable for a 4WD kei car, though slightly less efficient than 2WD naturally aspirated variants.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy (especially 2WD NA)
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • Reliable Suzuki K6A engine
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its class
- • Low running costs
Cons:
- • Limited highway performance
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Small engine noise can be intrusive at higher RPMs
- • Limited cargo space with rear seats up
- • Not designed for long journeys
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Moco |
| Generation: | Moco |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 i 12V Turbo (60 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | December, 2001 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 91.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 83 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 658 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 68 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 60.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15 kg/Hp, 66.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.8 kg/Nm, 92.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 900 |
| Max. weight: | 1120 |
| Max load: | 220 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 30 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm mm |
| Width: | 1475 mm mm |
| Height: | 1600 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1295 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1290 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 8.4 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/65 R13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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