Nissan Primera P10 2.0 16V (115 Hp)


Overall Rating

8.1 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.8 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Nissan Primera:

The Nissan Primera is a large family car which was produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan from 1990 to 2007, for the markets in Japan and Europe. In Japan, it replaced the Auster/Stanza, and was exclusive to Nissan Prince Store locations. In North America, it was the entry level luxury sports sedan for the Infiniti brand. The word "primera" in Spanish means "first", in its feminine form.
Since 1986, Nissan had been building Bluebirds — essentially a rebadged home market Auster/Stanza – for the market in Europe at its factory in Washington, Tyne and Wear, England. Nissan showcased the Primera X concept car at the 1989 Tokyo Motor Show as part of Project 901 , and concept car UV. X at the 1989 Frankfurt Motor Show. The design was specifically targeted at European buyers....(Read more on Wikipedia)

P10 Overview:

Nissan Primera (P10). With 166 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1201 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
The Nissan Primera P10 generation was produced before Euro NCAP testing became standard, and as such, it was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features are typical for its era.

2.0 16V (115 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The standard 2.0L 16V engine provides a great balance of power and refinement, making it a strong performer for everyday use.

Fuel Economy

Average fuel economy for a 2.0L petrol engine of its time, offering a good compromise between performance and running costs.

Best Use Case: Mixed Driving / All-rounder

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent handling and ride comfort for its class
  • • Generally very reliable, especially the SR20DE engine
  • • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
  • • Good value on the used car market
  • • Robust build quality

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design by modern standards
  • • Some engines can be underpowered (e.g., 1.6L, 2.0D)
  • • Rust can be an issue on older, neglected models
  • • Lack of modern safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
  • • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Nissan
Model:Primera
Generation:P10
Modification (Engine):2.0 16V (115 Hp)
Start of production:1990
End of production:1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:57.6 Hp/l
Torque:166 Nm @ 4800 rpm.
Engine displacement:1998
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 oil capacity:3.4 l
Coolant:6.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.9 sec
Maximum speed:200 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.4 kg/Hp, 95.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.2 kg/Nm, 138.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1201
Max. weight:1730
Max load:529
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:480 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4400 mm mm
Width:1700 mm mm
Height:1390 mm mm
Wheelbase:2550 mm mm
Front track:1470 mm
Rear (Back) track:1460 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R14
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone

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