Nissan Terrano: reviews, prices, and specs

Acceptance of applications by domestic dealers to supply the latest version of the car Nissan Terrano, whose review is presented in more detail below, started in the spring of last year. Even then, experts argued that the model will become one of the most affordable cars in its class on the Russian market. It is noteworthy that the novelty is based on another popular in our country crossover - Renault Duster.

First generation

In August 1986, the presentation of the debut generation of Nissan Terrano was held. Reviews of the first car owners characterized it as a very economical and comfortable car, which boasted high corrosion resistance. Initially, the model was only available in a three-door version, but in 1990 there was a version with five doors. In designing the frame and body, the designers paid much attention to passive safety. The creators of the model provided two options for tuning the suspension: comfortable and sporty modes. Interior design in this generation of the model was, on the one hand, very simple, and on the other - quite ergonomic. The main drawbacks of the interior experts say is not the most optimal driver's landing (despite the presence of many adjustments) and poor ventilation of the cabin.

In different periods, several variants of power plants were installed on the model. The greatest number of laudatory reviews among them was caused by a petrol "six" with a volume of 3.0 liters, which developed a capacity of 130 horsepower. This figure slightly increased in the early nineties, when the developers equipped the car with a system of distributed fuel injection. The second most popular among buyers of the first generation Nissan Terrano is a 2.7-liter diesel that develops 99 horses.

Second generation

The second generation of the model debuted in 1993. It was the fruit of joint work of Japanese designers with representatives of Ford. As in the previous generation, the car was initially only carried out in a body with three doors. Later, the public was introduced and five-door Nissan Terrano. Customer testimonials indicated that in the first case the main problem of the car was a small trunk (425 liters in total). In the second variant, this defect was completely eliminated. The rigidity of the body and its high strength were provided by a traditional frame construction.

The base for the second-generation model was immediately two four-cylinder power units: a 2.4-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 124 horsepower and a 99-horsepower turbocharged diesel with a volume of 2.7 liters. Experts' comments indicate that the first variant of the engine was more rapid, and the second one was characterized by high efficiency. As for the transmission, the car was equipped with five-speed mechanics, which is distinguished by high reliability in our days. After 1995, the model has undergone several improvements. During their implementation, the developers not only modernized the exterior of the machine, but also expanded the line of engines. The last restyling of the second generation of cars took place in 2004. A fairly serious shortcoming of both generations today is the high cost of maintenance of Nissan Terrano. Spare parts for this car can be found without any problems, but they are very expensive, as for other Japanese cars.

Third Generation: General Description

According to representatives of the manufacturer, the third generation of the model is positioned as a higher-class car. That's why the designers have expanded the list of its standard equipment. All the technical stuffing has remained the same. As already mentioned above, the novelty is based on the Renault Duster. Together with this, if the French car can be called a vivid example of a budget crossover, then the "Japanese" looks much brighter, more attractive and richer. Therefore, the developers count on the great success of the model in the domestic market.

Exterior

The new Nissan Terrano stands out against the backdrop of other representatives of its class with a pronounced aggressive appearance. Especially in the eye rushes a massive radiator grille, "predatory" headlights, as well as a bumper with sharp contours. Compared with its main competitor, the car boasts stylish lanterns and a refined rear door, making it look like a complete modern crossover that blends in harmoniously with the latest lineup of the Japanese manufacturer.

As for the dimensions of the novelty, its parameters (length, width and height) are 4342х1822х1668 mm. The ground clearance is then from 205 to 210 millimeters, depending on the type of drive. The machine weighs 1726 kilograms.

Interior

Well thought out and the interior of the latest version of Nissan Terrano. Reviews of the first car buyers have become an additional proof that the interior upholstery uses more expensive materials, compared with the previous modification. In addition, the novelty has developed an advanced steering wheel, as well as improved door panels. It should be noted and the fact that even in the standard configuration, the rear seat has a folding back. The luggage compartment for the all-wheel drive and the base version of the car equals 475 and 408 liters. This figure can be increased several times, if you fold the rear row of passenger seats.

Specifications

The base for the third generation model was a 1.6-liter petrol engine with a distributed fuel injection, consisting of four cylinders. The maximum engine power is 102 horsepower. In the variant of a car with four-wheel drive, it functions with a mechanical gearbox for six stages, and for front-wheel-drive vehicles a five-speed mechanic is provided. The minimum fuel consumption, according to passport data, is set at 7.6 liters for every 100 kilometers of run (in a mixed cycle). As for the dynamics, in order to reach a speed limit of 100 km / h, the car requires 13.5 and 11.8 seconds.

The two-liter four, developing 135 horses, is the top-end powerplant for the latest version of Nissan Terrano. The engine's characteristics allow it to accelerate the car to a hundred in just 10.4 seconds. For the car provides a mechanical gearbox for six steps, as well as a four-speed automatic. If we talk about fuel consumption, then in a mixed cycle for every hundred kilometers the car requires at least 7.8 liters of gasoline. The diesel power unit for the third generation of the model is not yet provided.

Suspension

Since the novelty is based on the Renault Duster, the suspension characteristics of both cars are almost identical. The only exception to this can be called unless the higher smoothness in the course of the Nissan Terrano. The feedback from specialists shows that it was achieved due to its separate settings. The front uses an independent design such as "MacPherson" and a transverse stability stabilizer. At the rear of the car, the developers are installing a torsional semi-independent beam (on front-wheel drive versions), or a multi-link system with screw springs (on versions with a full drive). The all-wheel-drive system itself is built on a circuit with a multi-plate electromagnetic clutch, which automatically connects the rear wheels when the front wheels slip. It should be noted that a similar device is used in all budget crossovers.

Driving performance

Separate words deserve the driving performance of the third generation Nissan Terrano. Test drive, conducted on different types of pavement, is an additional confirmation that the car is able to smoothly overcome all kinds of major road irregularities, and small potholes, in general, does not notice. The engine power is enough for a comfortable and quiet ride. At the same time, it is wrong to call auto dynamic. Reviews of the users of the car show that when maneuvers at a speed of more than 120 km / h you need to be extra cautious, as the dynamics for overtaking it may not be enough. The model excellently feels when driving on mud, field or gravel road. This applies to the car as a full, and only with the front drive. The noise of the engine inside the cabin is only slightly audible when the tachometer reaches a mark of 3 thousand revolutions.

Completion and cost

In the domestic market, the new Nissan Terrano is being implemented in four versions. The equipment in each of them significantly exceeds the parameters of the French analog. This ultimately affected the cost of the machine. The most popular among domestic consumers was the Comfort package. Standard equipment includes 16-inch steel wheels, an adjustable steering column, two front airbags, a multimedia audio system (which also provides wireless telephony), an electrical package, a standard-size reserve, as well as EBD, ABS and ESP systems. As for the cost of the latest modification of the Nissan-Terrano, the price of the car in the salons of domestic dealers will start from the mark of 811 thousand rubles. It should be noted that for the automatic transmission it is necessary to pay almost 90 thousand rubles.