Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1993, 1994, 1995
Nissan introduced the third generation of the Sunny in 1993 and made it available as a sedan and a three- and five doors hatchback.
Imagined as an economical vehicle, the Sunny was a star in its class, and Nissan felt obliged to produce a new generation that was up-to-date in terms of design and technology. But the Japanese automaker didn't forget to offer it in a three-door version that was the most affordable among its siblings. Unfortunately, after it dug deep into its pockets for engineers, only some change was left for the design team, who created a bland design for the otherwise very good vehicle.
Certainly, not even in the three-door version, which looked better than the sedan. It wasn't something to write home about it. Its front fascia featured rectangular headlights with a narrow grill that could barely provide enough air to cool the engine. To help that, the automaker installed a second air intake lower in the bumper. From its profile, the three-door Sunny didn't look that sporty, especially due to its C-pillar that was straight up and very thick.
Inside, the Sunny featured the same minimalist interior as its siblings, with a dull dashboard design that featured a center stack where the stereo and the HVAC controls were mounted. A low center console hosted the gear stick and divided the two front bucket seats. At the back, a folding bench expanded the trunk's size if anyone needed to carry something more than the weekly shopping for a week.
Nissan installed a choice of three engines in Sunny's engine bay, both gasoline and diesel. They were all paired to a five-speed manual gearbox.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (87 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1392 cm3 |
Power: | 64 KW @ 6000 RPM 87 HP @ 6000 RPM 86 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 86 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 116 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 155R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 156.7 in (3980 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/56.3 in (1,440/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.9 cuFT (280 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2226.7 lbs (1010 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3406.1 lbs (1545 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 150 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 16V 5MT FWD (102 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1597 cm3 |
Power: | 75 KW @ 6000 RPM 102 HP @ 6000 RPM 101 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 100 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 136 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/65 R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 156.7 in (3980 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/56.3 in (1,440/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.9 cuFT (280 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2270.8 lbs (1030 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3406.1 lbs (1545 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 162 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0d 5MT FWD (78 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1974 cm3 |
Power: | 57.4 KW @ 4800 RPM 78 HP @ 4800 RPM 77 BHP @ 4800 RPM |
Torque: | 97 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 132 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 156.7 in (3980 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/56.3 in (1,440/1,430 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.7 in (2431 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.9 cuFT (280 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2381 lbs (1080 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3406.1 lbs (1545 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 156 g/km |