1996-2002 Primera OverviewNissan Primera Overview (1996 - 2002)
1996 - 2002
Tech Specs Summary
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- 106 - 135 mph
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- 8.6 - 14.6 seconds
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- 89 - 148 hp
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- 28.3 - 35.6 mpg
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- 2,568 - 3,175 lbs
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- 17.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 15.9 - 58.3 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 17.8 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Nissan Primera was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 1996 - 2002. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and solid axle rear suspension. However, some models have macpherson strut front suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Primera is the Nissan Primera 2.0 GT which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 148 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.89 lb/hp it has a top speed of 135 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan Primera Traveller 2.0 TD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 547 miles and can store 15.9-58.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,370 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
