Nissan Silvia Silvia (S15)

Nissan - Silvia (S15)

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

Performance

The Nissan Silvia is a car with a maximum speed of 210 km/h (130.49 mph), making it a moderately fast vehicle.

Specs-
Rating
Max Speed210 km/h 130.49 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Silvia is a compact coupe with a length of 4445 mm, width of 1695 mm, and height of 1285 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2525 mm and a minimum turning circle of 9.8 meters. It has 2 doors and can seat 4 people.

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 with a fuel consumption of 12 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, which translates to 19.6 US mpg or 23.54 UK mpg.

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 comes with a 1.9L inline-4 engine (SR20DE) that produces 165 HP and 192 Nm of torque. The engine is longitudinally mounted and features a DOHC valvetrain with 4 valves per cylinder. The car has a rear-wheel-drive layout and an automatic transmission with 4 gears. Both the front and rear suspensions use coil springs. The engine oil capacity is 3.4L, and it is recommended to use 10W-30 / API SG, API SH, API SJ or 10W-30 / ILSAC GF-1, ILSAC GF-2 oils.

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 Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionCoil spring
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The Silvia features ventilated disc brakes on all wheels for optimal stopping power, assisted by ABS for improved control in slippery conditions. It has a hydraulic steering system for precise handling and rides on 205/55 R16 tires mounted on 16-inch wheels.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/55 R16
Wheel Rims Size16

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 spacious trunk provides 240 l of cargo space, while a 65 l fuel tank ensures long driving range.

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 body type of the Silvia is a Coupe.

The Silvia has 2 doors.

The minimum turning circle of the Silvia is 9.8 meters or 32.15 ft.

The Nissan Silvia has a maximum speed of 210 km/h (130.49 mph).

The Nissan Silvia is a moderately fast vehicle, with a maximum speed that is typical for cars in its class.

While the Nissan Silvia is a fast and capable vehicle, it is not typically classified as a high-performance sports car. It is more accurately described as a sporty coupe or sedan.

Petrol (Gasoline)

12 l/100 km (19.6 US mpg, 23.54 UK mpg)

8.33 km/l

The engine displacement of the SR20DE engine is 1998 cm3 or 121.93 cu. in.

The Silvia has an automatic transmission with 4 gears.

It is recommended to use 10W-30 / API SG, API SH, API SJ or 10W-30 / ILSAC GF-1, ILSAC GF-2 oils for the SR20DE engine.

The Silvia has ventilated disc brakes on all wheels.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding advanced safety features.

The Silvia has 205/55 R16 tires.

The Silvia achieves an impressive fuel efficiency of 35 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.

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

The Silvia offers 23 cubic feet of cargo space, making it suitable for everyday errands and weekend getaways.

Fuel consumption information is not in the given specifications.

The maximum load capacity is 450 kg.

Ground clearance information is not in the given specifications.