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Nissan Pick UP D22 2.5 Di (103 Hp) 4WD Double Cab
Overall Rating
Nissan Pick UP:
The Nissan Navara is a nameplate used for Nissan pickup trucks with D21, D22, D40, D23 and D27 model codes. The nameplate has been used in Australia, New Zealand, Central America, South America, Asia, Europe, and South Africa. In North, Central and South America and some selected markets, it is marketed as the Nissan Frontier or Nissan NP300.
After more than ten years with the D21, Nissan unveiled the similar sized D22. It was replaced with the bigger, taller, longer D40 mid-size pickup. In 2014, Nissan released its successor, the D23, for international markets other than the U. S. and Canada. For these markets, it received the D41 Frontier in 2021 to replace the D40....(Read more on Wikipedia)
D22 Overview:
Nissan Pick UP (D22). With 304 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1760 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 13 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 Di (103 Hp) 4WD Double Cab Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for daily driving and light utility, though less spirited than higher output variants. Suitable for general work.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer reasonable fuel efficiency for a 4WD diesel, making it a practical choice for workhorse duties.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Good off-road capability (4WD models)
- • Generally reliable engines (especially YD25DDTi)
- • Strong utility and load-carrying capacity
- • Affordable as a used workhorse
Cons:
- • Basic interior and limited comfort features
- • Unrefined ride quality, especially unladen
- • Poor safety by modern standards (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • High fuel consumption on some variants (especially gasoline and older diesels)
- • Dated technology and design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(D21: 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Pick UP |
| Generation: | D22 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 Di (103 Hp) 4WD Double Cab |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 41.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 304 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2488 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.1 kg/Hp, 58.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 172.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1760 |
| Max. weight: | 2810 |
| Max load: | 1050 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5080 mm mm |
| Width: | 1825 mm mm |
| Height: | 1705 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2950 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1505 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 255/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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