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{{hatnote|This article is about the Nissan 200SX [[front-wheel drive]] car sold in [[United States]] and [[Canada]] from 1995-98. For the pre-1988 [[North America]]n Nissan 200SX and 200SX sold in Europe, see [[Nissan Silvia]] and [[Nissan 180SX]]}} |
{{hatnote|This article is about the Nissan 200SX [[front-wheel drive]] car sold in [[United States]] and [[Canada]] from 1995-98. For the pre-1988 [[North America]]n Nissan 200SX and 200SX sold in Europe, see [[Nissan Silvia]] and [[Nissan 180SX]]}} |
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In 1995, Nissan reintroduced the 200SX nameplate in the [[United States]] and [[Canada]]. Based on the then-current generation B-14 Sentra, this two door economical sports-coupe was the replacement for the B-13 [[Nissan Sentra|Sentra]] coupe that had ended production with the rest of the B-13 line the previous year. |
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In 1995, Nissan reintroduced the 200SX nameplate in [[United States]] and [[Canada]] to designate a two-door version of the Nissan Sentra (B14 chassis, a front wheel drive car), known in Japan and Mexico as Lucino, replacing the [[Nissan Sentra|Sentra]] coupe and [[Nissan NX]] (discontinued in 1993). The 200SX came in base, SE, and sportier SE-R models. All shared their front-end appearance, front-drive chassis, dashboard, and many dimensions with the Nissan Sentra ({{lang-ja|[[:ja:日産・ルキノ|Nissan Lucino]]}}). Base and SE editions shared Sentra's twin-cam [[Nissan GA engine|GA16DE]] engine [[Inline-four engine|4-cylinder]] engine. The SE-R inherited the 140-horsepower 2.0 L [[Nissan SR engine#SR20DE|SR20DE]] engine used in the previous 2-door Sentra SE-R. All three came with a 5-speed [[manual transmission]] or 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]], and were equipped with dual airbags. Antilock brakes were optional in the SE and SE-R. The price, new: $14,269-17,549. |
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The 200SX came in three trim levels throughout it's production run: base, SE, and the sportier SE-R models. All three trim levels shared the same overall appearance, with minor changes or additions such as a spoiler, different wheel options, or ground effect body kits to differentiate the three trim levels apart. |
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The USA B14 200SX was never supplied to the USA with the [[Nissan_SR_engine#SR16VE|SR16VE]], a 1600cc engine that produces 173 hp (129 kW) nor the very rare 200 bhp [[Nissan_SR_engine#SR16VE_N1|SR16VE N1]]. |
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The 200SX has a [[Front-engine,_front-wheel-drive_layout|front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout]] (FWD). Base and SE trim levels shared the B-14 Sentra's twin-cam [[Nissan GA engine|GA16DE]] engine [[Inline-four engine|4-cylinder]] engine. The SE-R received an all aluminum version of the 140-horsepower 2.0 L [[Nissan SR engine#SR20DE|SR20DE]] engine used in the 2-door Sentra SE-R it replaced. Transmission options for all three trim levels were either a 5-speed [[manual transmission]] or 4-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]. The SE-R trim level in 1995 came with a [[Limited-slip_differential#Viscous|Viscous Limited-Slip Differential]], or VLSD, to maintain traction on the front, drive, wheels. This was a standard feature on the SE-R trim level that was only available during it's first year run. It was dropped after 1995 as this feature was deemed too costly for a car in its class. All trim levels were equipped with dual airbags and antilock brakes were optional on the SE and SE-R. At the time the price for a new 200SX ranged from $14,269-17,549. |
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The North American Nissan 200SX is the only Nissan to ever bear the "SX" name that was not based on the [[Nissan S platform]]. |
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==Year to year changes== |
==Year to year changes== |
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==Non-US Models== |
==Non-US Models== |
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[[File:Nissan Lucino 002.JPG|thumb|left|Nissan Lucino Coupe (Japan)]] |
[[File:Nissan Lucino 002.JPG|thumb|left|Nissan Lucino Coupe (Japan)]] |
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In several markets, including Mexico and Japan, a non-US version of this car was sold from 1996 to 2000 under the name of ''Nissan Lucino'', In Mexico it came with two versions available: GSE for the 1.6 l engine, and GSR for the 2.0 l. |
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If not for this one car, there would be no confusion, as every other Nissan with a name ending in "SX" refers to a car based on the [[Nissan S platform]].<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR> |
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==See also== |
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*[[Nissan Silvia]] |
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{{Modern European Nissan vehicles}} |
{{Modern European Nissan vehicles}} |
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Revision as of 20:10, 16 May 2014
| Nissan 200SX (B14) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Production | 1995–1998 |
| Assembly | Oppama, Japan Smyrna, Tennessee |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sport compact |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6L DOHC GA16DE(Base & SE models) I4 115 hp 2.0L DOHC SR20DE (SE-R models) 140 hp I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 99.8 in (2,535 mm) |
| Length | 1995-97: 170.1 in (4,321 mm) 1998: 171.8 in (4,364 mm) |
| Width | 66.6 in (1,692 mm) |
| Height | 54.2 in (1,377 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,363 lb (1,072 kg) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Nissan NX Nissan Sentra coupe |
In 1995, Nissan reintroduced the 200SX nameplate in the United States and Canada. Based on the then-current generation B-14 Sentra, this two door economical sports-coupe was the replacement for the B-13 Sentra coupe that had ended production with the rest of the B-13 line the previous year.
The 200SX came in three trim levels throughout it's production run: base, SE, and the sportier SE-R models. All three trim levels shared the same overall appearance, with minor changes or additions such as a spoiler, different wheel options, or ground effect body kits to differentiate the three trim levels apart.
The 200SX has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout (FWD). Base and SE trim levels shared the B-14 Sentra's twin-cam GA16DE engine 4-cylinder engine. The SE-R received an all aluminum version of the 140-horsepower 2.0 L SR20DE engine used in the 2-door Sentra SE-R it replaced. Transmission options for all three trim levels were either a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic. The SE-R trim level in 1995 came with a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential, or VLSD, to maintain traction on the front, drive, wheels. This was a standard feature on the SE-R trim level that was only available during it's first year run. It was dropped after 1995 as this feature was deemed too costly for a car in its class. All trim levels were equipped with dual airbags and antilock brakes were optional on the SE and SE-R. At the time the price for a new 200SX ranged from $14,269-17,549.
The North American Nissan 200SX is the only Nissan to ever bear the "SX" name that was not based on the Nissan S platform.
Year to year changes
1996
- [SE & SE-R] Body-Colored Mirrors
- [SE & SE-R] Body-Colored Door Handles
- VLSD (Viscous Limited-Slip Differential) feature that only came with the '95 SE-R trim level was eliminated.
1997
- [All] Spoiler is made standard on all trim levels
- [SE-R] Oval exhaust finisher replaced previous year's round exhaust finisher
- [Base] Interior trim changed to the same as SE & SE-R trim levels
- One New Color Offered
- California was unable to sell the SE-R trim level due to tightening emissions requirements
1998
- [All] Redesigned Headlights
- [All] Redesigned Taillights
- [All] Redesigned Front Bumper
- [All] Redesigned Rear Bumper
- [All] Revised Grille
- [All] White-Faced Gauges
- [SE] Oval exhaust finisher replaced previous year's round exhaust finisher
- [Base] Standard 14-inch (360 mm) wheels replaced previous year's 13-inch (330 mm) wheels
- Three New Colors Offered
- California resumed sales of the SE-R trim level with additional emissions equipment
Production Numbers
Units Sold by Year
| Year | Base | SE | SE-R |
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| 1995 | ??? | ??? | ??? |
| 1996 | ??? | ??? | 7,205 |
| 1997 | ??? | ??? | 3,200 |
| 1998 | ??? | ??? | 3,504 |
Non-US Models
In several markets, including Mexico and Japan, a non-US version of this car was sold from 1996 to 2000 under the name of Nissan Lucino, In Mexico it came with two versions available: GSE for the 1.6 l engine, and GSR for the 2.0 l.
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