Nissan Wingroad is a utility vehicle manufactured by the Japanese concern Nissan. It is produced for the domestic market. This model has become very popular - both in Japan and the Far East. Why? There are many reasons for this. Well, it’s worth telling at least about some.
Briefly about the model
So, despite the fact that Nissan Wingroad is a machine manufactured for the domestic market in Asia, it has gained popularity in our country. The Russians liked the minivan thanks to its stylish and interesting design, as well as a set of functions necessary for a car of this class. Another car has become famous in the countries of South America. There is a left-hand drive version for sale . It is interesting that the majority of taxis in Peru are precisely the cars of this model.
The predecessor of the Nissan Wingroad WFY11th body is a station wagon, known as Sunny California. By the way, this model was also very popular. Therefore, it is not surprising that the follower, who wrote himself to the minivans, gained fame.
About the first generation
The very first Nissan Wingroad (made in the back of the Y10) was created on the Sunny platform. Potential buyers were then offered a choice of 14 different modifications. The assortment included automatic transmissions and mechanical ones. Plus, manufacturers have even developed an all-wheel drive version. What about powertrains? The most purchased model is a car with a 1.8-liter engine that produces 125 horsepower. A good indicator for a utility vehicle. The package, of course, is modest - ABS, four windows, two airbags, electrically adjustable mirrors, air conditioning. In principle, everything that may be needed. And, of course, a comfortable lounge. Actually, to create comfortable chairs and leave more space inside - this was the main goal of the developers. I must admit that they managed to achieve it.
Second generation
Nissan Wingroad, which began to be released in 1999, has changed, unlike its first-generation predecessors. In this machine, more detailed design work is already being traced. Firstly, the front of the model has been improved. Due to this, Nissan Wingroad sales have grown significantly. Because the car began to look more delicate and neat. But everyone is well aware that appearance is an important quality that you need to pay attention to when buying a car.
In 2001, this model was sold in the amount of five thousand copies. About 47 different modifications could be hidden in this body (if you do not take into account the Nissan Wingroad AD, which differed from this version only in optics). Well, about which versions were available to potential buyers, it is worth talking separately.
About powertrains
Well, exclusively gasoline engines were available for second-generation cars. Not so powerful, but suitable for minivans. The weakest developed 86 horsepower. The strongest is 190 horses. The so-called “average” options were available. For example, 105-horsepower units, as well as motors for 120 and 150 “horses”.
Four-wheel drive could be available only on those versions that had 1.8-liter engines under the hood. By the way, the gearbox was provided to choose from. Both automatic and mechanical were available - it all depends on the preferences of the buyer. Plus, then manufacturers added a variator equipped with the ability to manually select a gear (there are only six of them).
Many people are wondering if there are diesel versions. Yes, they exist, but only on the notorious Nissan AD. But both in front-and rear-wheel drive version. And also equipped with “mechanics” or “automatic”. In general, there is a choice. In favor of the diesel engine it is made by people who value the savings, since this version really consumes less fuel than gasoline. Many companies that bought these cars as a transport for their company decided to purchase diesel variants. They are ideal for private trips.
Third generation
In 2005, a new car appeared - Nissan Wingroad Y12. This body was interestingly stylized as a minivan and, when compared with representatives of the previous generation, it became longer. This is all due to the fact that the developers increased the wheelbase by 6.5 centimeters. The range of engines began to include exclusively 1.8- and 1.5-liter gasoline units. And now, on most models, a variator has been installed. By the way, depending on which motor a person chooses, the suspension is also individually adjusted.
And also the interior has changed. The developers emphasized the variety of options for its transformation. Now the front seats fold in exactly the same way as the rear. The front panel has also changed outwardly.
The best, most comfortable and powerful cars are considered “Nissan” with two-liter engines. Both of them boast a capacity of 190 horsepower, plus everything is offered such versions with a manual transmission and with an automatic.