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Nissan Vanette Cargo 2.3 d (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Vanette:
The Nissan Vanette is a cabover van and pickup truck produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan from 1978 until 2011. The first two generations were engineered by Nissan's Aichi Manufacturing Division for private, personal ownership, with the last two generations built by Mazda, rebadged as Nissans and refocused as commercial vehicles, based on the Mazda Bongo. The van has also been sold as the Nissan Sunny-Vanette or Nissan Van. The private purchase passenger platform was replaced by the Nissan Serena in 1991, renamed Vanette in various international markets, and came equipped with multiple engine and drivetrain configurations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cargo Overview:
Nissan Vanette (Cargo). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1537 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a commercial vehicle from its era, the Nissan Vanette Cargo was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash tests. Safety features were basic, typical for vans of the mid-1990s, focusing more on utility than advanced occupant protection.
2.3 d (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.3 d engine offers modest power, sufficient for urban deliveries and light loads, but struggles with heavy cargo or sustained highway speeds. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is reasonable for a naturally aspirated diesel van of its size and age, though not outstanding. It provides a practical balance for commercial operations.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust and reliable diesel engine (for its time)
- • Spacious and practical cargo area
- • Good maneuverability for urban environments
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain
Cons:
- • Very limited performance, especially when loaded
- • Basic safety features and technology
- • Dated interior and comfort levels
- • High fuel consumption compared to modern vans
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Vanette: 1990 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Vanette |
| Generation: | Cargo |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 d (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 32.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 2300 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2283 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20.5 kg/Hp, 48.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.6 kg/Nm, 94.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1537 |
| Max. weight: | 2505 |
| Max load: | 968 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm mm [135mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1980 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2895 mm mm [545mm more] |
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