THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Nissan Primera Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1990–1996) — First Generation

The first-generation Nissan Primera brought a fresh, modern approach to the mid-size family car, offering three practical body styles: Estate 5-door, Hatchback 5-door and Sedan.

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Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions

Nissan Primera engine options span petrol and diesel units matched to automatic or manual transmissions. The 1.6 petrol with an automatic suits relaxed urban driving, while the 2.0 petrol with a manual favours those wanting sharper response. The 2.0 diesel pairs well with a manual for strong low-speed pull and long-distance efficiency.

Estate 5-door — Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1597 cm³90 hp66 kW136 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1597 cm³175 hp129 kW162 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1597 cm³175 hp129 kW162 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1973 cm³76 hp56 kW132 N⋅mManualFWD

Hatchback 5-door — Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1597 cm³90 hp66 kW136 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1597 cm³102 hp75 kW136 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³125 hp92 kW170 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³125 hp92 kW170 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW183 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW181 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1973 cm³75 hp55 kWNot providedManualFWD

Sedan — Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Nissan Primera Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1597 cm³90 hp66 kW136 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1838 cm³110 hp81 kW150 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 ATGasoline1838 cm³110 hp81 kW150 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1838 cm³125 hp92 kW156 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 ATGasoline1838 cm³125 hp92 kW156 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³115 hp85 kW166 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³125 hp92 kW169 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³125 hp92 kW169 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW186 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW186 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW186 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³150 hp110 kW186 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTDiesel1973 cm³76 hp56 kW132 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1974 cm³90 hp66 kW177 N⋅mManualFWD

Nissan Primera Dimensions

Estate 5-door — Nissan Primera Dimensions

Estate 5-door Nissan Primera Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mm1175 kg1780 kg140 mm
1.6 AT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
1.6 MT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 MT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mm1180 kg1810 kg140 mm
2.0 AT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mm1190 kg1810 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4460 mm1695 mm1500 mm2550 mm1264 kg1845 kg140 mm

Hatchback 5-door — Nissan Primera Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Nissan Primera Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1181 kg1630 kg140 mm
1.6 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1190 kg1630 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1205 kg1710 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1180 kg1685 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1205 kg1750 kg140 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1230 kg1750 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mm1250 kg1730 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1700 mm1390 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm

Sedan — Nissan Primera Dimensions

Sedan Nissan Primera Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1151 kg1630 kg140 mm
1.8 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1100 kgNot provided135 mm
1.8 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1130 kgNot provided135 mm
1.8 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1130 kgNot provided135 mm
1.8 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1170 kgNot provided135 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1160 kg1730 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1190 kg1730 kg140 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1170 kgNot provided135 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1330 kgNot provided145 mm
2.0 AT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1200 kgNot provided135 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1310 kgNot provided145 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1226 kg1710 kg140 mm
2.0 MT4400 mm1695 mm1160 mm2550 mm1260 kg1735 kg140 mm

Nissan Primera Cargo Space

Estate 5-door — Nissan Primera Cargo Space

Estate 5-door Nissan Primera Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.6 MT460 l1700 l
1.6 AT460 l1700 l
1.6 MT460 l1700 l
2.0 MT460 l1700 l
2.0 AT460 l1700 l
2.0 MT460 l1700 l

Hatchback 5-door — Nissan Primera Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door Nissan Primera Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.6 MT480 l1290 l
1.6 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 AT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 AT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l
2.0 MT480 l1290 l