Nissan 200SX
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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