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Nissan Skyline XI (V35) 2.5 i V6 24V GT (215 Hp)
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Nissan Skyline:
The Nissan Skyline is a brand of automobile originally produced by the Prince Motor Company starting in 1957, and then by Nissan after the two companies merged in 1967. After the merger, the Skyline and its larger counterpart, the Nissan Gloria, were sold in Japan at dealership sales channels called Nissan Prince Shop.
The Skyline was largely designed and engineered by Shinichiro Sakurai from inception, and he remained a chief influence of the car until his death in 2011....(Read more on Wikipedia)
XI (V35) Overview:
Nissan Skyline (XI (V35)). With 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 210 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.
2.5 i V6 24V GT (215 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.5L VQ25DD V6 offers a smooth and responsive power delivery, providing ample performance for daily driving and comfortable cruising. While not a powerhouse, its 215 Hp is well-suited for the car's character.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 8.3 l/100 km, this engine provides respectable fuel efficiency for a naturally aspirated V6 of its size and era, making it a sensible choice for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly reliable VQ series V6 engines
- • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Engaging rear-wheel-drive handling dynamics
- • Strong aftermarket support and tuning potential
- • Good value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to European rivals
- • Fuel economy, while decent, isn't class-leading
- • Automatic transmission can feel slow by modern standards
- • Styling was a departure from traditional Skylines, polarizing some purists
- • Limited manual transmission options in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT-R X (R34): 1999 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Skyline |
| Generation: | XI (V35) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i V6 24V GT (215 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 215 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 86.2 Hp/l [75mm more] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ25DD More details about the engine VQ25DD |
| Engine displacement: | 2495 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 148.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 186.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 475 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4675 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [185mm more] |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone |
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