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Nissan Tino V10 2.0 i 16V (135 Hp)
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Nissan Tino:
The Nissan Almera Tino is a car which was produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan between 1998 and 2003 in Japan, as the Nissan Tino. Nissan's Spanish factory produced the Almera Tino between 2000 and 2006. It has been described as a mini MPV, a compact people carrier, or an estate car.
The Almera Tino was based on floorpan of the Almera small family car , and launched in Europe in May of that year, and was sold until the end of 2006, ceasing production in the February of that year - just before the Almera hatchback and saloon were axed. The car was known as simply Tino in Japan, where it was sold from 1998 to 2003, with the 1. 8 and 2. 0 petrol engines only. Spanish production began in May 2000 in Barcelona; the Almera Tino's 2. 2-litre direct injection turbodiesel engine was also built in Spain, in Nissan's Madrid engine plant, while the petrol engines for the European model were built in Sunderland, UK....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V10 Overview:
Nissan Tino (V10). With 178 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1390 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Achieved a respectable 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2000, indicating adequate safety for its time, though modern standards are significantly higher.
2.0 i 16V (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most capable engine, providing noticeably better acceleration and highway cruising ability, making it the preferred choice for longer journeys.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a 2.0L engine in a minivan, though it will naturally be slightly less efficient than the smaller engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with flexible seating arrangements
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for families
- • Generally reliable petrol engines
- • Compact exterior dimensions for urban maneuverability
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Underpowered with the 1.5L engine, especially with automatic transmission
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Limited engine choices (petrol only)
- • Modest Euro NCAP safety rating by today's standards
- • Exterior styling might not appeal to everyone
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Tino |
| Generation: | V10 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i 16V (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 67.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 178 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 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) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.52 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1390 |
| Max. weight: | 1880 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1030 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4270 mm mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm |
| Height: | 1610 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2535 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1510 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.2 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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