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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 [[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&nbsp;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.
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.


The USA B14 200SX was never supplied to the USA with the [[Nissan_SR_engine#SR16VE|SR16VE]], a 1600cc engine that produces 173&nbsp;hp (129&nbsp;kW) nor the very rare 200&nbsp;bhp [[Nissan_SR_engine#SR16VE_N1|SR16VE N1]].
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|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&nbsp;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==
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==Non-US Models==
==Non-US Models==
[[File:Nissan Lucino 002.JPG|thumb|left|Nissan Lucino Coupe (Japan)]]
[[File:Nissan Lucino 002.JPG|thumb|left|Nissan Lucino Coupé (Japan)]]
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.
In several markets, including [[Mexico]] and Japan, 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 litre.
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]].
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==See also==
==See also==
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{{Modern European Nissan vehicles}}
{{Modern European Nissan vehicles}}


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Revision as of 21:55, 16 May 2014

Nissan 200SX (B14)
Overview
ManufacturerNissan
Also calledNissan Lucino
Production1995–1998
AssemblyOppama, Japan
Smyrna, Tennessee
Body and chassis
ClassSport compact
LayoutFF layout
Powertrain
Engine1.6L DOHC GA16DE(Base & SE models) I4 115 hp
2.0L DOHC SR20DE (SE-R models) 140 hp I4
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase99.8 in (2,535 mm)
Length1995-97: 170.1 in (4,321 mm)
1998: 171.8 in (4,364 mm)
Width66.6 in (1,692 mm)
Height54.2 in (1,377 mm)
Curb weight2,363 lb (1,072 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorNissan NX
Nissan Sentra coupe

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 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 (Template:Lang-ja). Base and SE editions shared Sentra's twin-cam GA16DE engine 4-cylinder engine. The SE-R inherited the 140-horsepower 2.0 L SR20DE engine used in the previous 2-door Sentra SE-R. All three came with a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic, and were equipped with dual airbags. Antilock brakes were optional in the SE and SE-R. The price, new: $14,269-17,549.

The USA B14 200SX was never supplied to the USA with the SR16VE, a 1600cc engine that produces 173 hp (129 kW) nor the very rare 200 bhp SR16VE N1.

Year to year changes

1996

The SE and SE-R gained new body-colored mirrors and door handles. VLSD (Viscous Limited-Slip Differential) feature that only came with the '95 SE-R trim level was eliminated.

1997

The base model adopted the same interior trim as its SE and SE-R companions. The SE-R was no longer available in California due to tightening emissions requirements. The round exhaust finisher was changed to an oval unit for this year's SE-R model. The rear spoiler is made standard on all trim levels.

1998

The SE-R returned to California this year, with additional emissions equipement on the SR20DE engine. All models got new headlights and taillights, revised bumpers, and white-face gauges. The grille was also altered. Also, base models replaced the 13 inch wheels with 14-inchers. The 200SX did not return for 1999 but its 140 hp (104 kW) engine continued in the four-door Sentra SE.

Production Numbers

Units Sold by Year

Year Base SE SE-R
1995 ??? ??? ???
1996 ??? ??? 7,205
1997 ??? ??? 3,200
1998 ??? ??? 3,504

Non-US Models

Nissan Lucino Coupé (Japan)

In several markets, including Mexico and Japan, 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 litre. 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.

See also

References