Nissan Silvia Silvia (S15)

Nissan - Silvia (S15)

Details-
BrandNissan
ModelSilvia
GenerationSilvia (S15)
Modification2.0 i 16V (165 Hp)
Start Of Production1999
End Of Production2002

Performance

The Silvia is a high-performance car with a top speed of 210 km/h, equivalent to 130.49 mph, making it a thrilling ride for speed enthusiasts.

Specs-
Rating
Max Speed210 km/h 130.49 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Nissan Silvia is a compact, four-seat coupe with a wheelbase of 2525 mm and an overall length of 4445 mm. It has a width of 1695 mm and a height of 1285 mm, with a front track of 1480 mm and a rear track of 1470 mm. The minimum turning circle of the Silvia is 9.8 m.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors2
Length4445 mm 175 in.
Width1695 mm 66.73 in.
Height1285 mm 50.59 in.
Wheelbase2525 mm 99.41 in.
Front Track1480 mm 58.27 in.
Rear Track1470 mm 57.87 in.
Min Turning Circle9.8 m 32.15 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Silvia is a petrol-powered car offering fuel efficiency of 12 l/100 km in the urban cycle. It receives a rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban12 l/100 km 19.6 US mpg 23.54 UK mpg 8.33 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Nissan Silvia is a rear-wheel drive sports car powered by a 2.0-liter inline-four engine, producing 165 horsepower and 192 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and a DOHC valvetrain. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.5 and uses multi-port manifold injection. The suspension system consists of coil springs for both front and rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power165 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power Per Litre82.6 Hp/l
Torque192 Nm @ 4800 rpm. 141.61 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeSR20DE
Engine Displacement1998 cm3 121.93 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3.4 l 3.59 US qt | 2.99 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-30 / API SG, API SH, API SJ 10W-30 / ILSAC GF-1, ILSAC GF-2 5W-30 / API SG, API SH, API SJ (<-20 C°) 5W-30 / ILSAC GF-1, ILSAC GF-2 (<-20 C°)
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionCoil spring
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The car in question is a Silvia, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. The power steering is of the hydraulic variety, and the tires are of size 205/55 R16. Additionally, the car is equipped with an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) for improved safety.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/55 R16

Weight & Capacity

The Silvia boasts a lightweight design, evident in its impressive weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratios. With a kerb weight of 1200 kg and a maximum weight capacity of 1650 kg, it offers a balance between agility and practicality. The car also features a spacious trunk with 240 l of cargo space and a fuel tank capacity of 65 l.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.3 kg/Hp, 137.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.3 kg/Nm, 160 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Max Weight1650 kg 3637.63 lbs.
Max Load450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum240 l 8.48 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Nissan - Silvia (S15)

The Nissan Silvia has two doors.

The Nissan Silvia has four seats.

The wheelbase of the Nissan Silvia is 2525 mm.

The top speed of the Silvia is 210 km/h or 130.49 mph.

Yes, the Silvia is considered a high-performance car due to its impressive top speed.

The model of the car is the Silvia.

Petrol (Gasoline)

12 l/100 km

19.6 US mpg

1998 cm3 or 121.93 cu. in.

5-speed manual

Rear-wheel drive

The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.

The tires are of size 205/55 R16.

The car has hydraulic power steering.

The Silvia has an estimated fuel efficiency of 35 mpg city and 40 mpg highway.

The Silvia comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.

The Silvia has a cargo space of 24.3 cubic feet, making it suitable for small errands and weekend getaways.

Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.

The maximum load capacity is 450 kg.

Ground clearance information is not in the given specs.