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Nissan R'nessa Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1997–2001) — First Generation

The first-generation Nissan R'nessa offers a five-door estate layout, with a rear hatch for loading luggage. If you're choosing between versions, the transmission and drivetrain deserve attention alongside the engine.

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Nissan R'nessa Engines and Transmissions

Selected gasoline powertrains include the front-wheel-drive 2.0 CVT, whose transmission varies its ratio continuously rather than shifting through fixed gears. The 2.0 AT examples pair a conventional automatic with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can help you pull away on slippery surfaces, though tyre condition still matters.

Estate 5-door — Nissan R'nessa Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Nissan R'nessa Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.0 CVTGasoline1998 cm³140 hp103 kW181 N⋅mVariableFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³140 hp103 kW181 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³200 hp147 kW265 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.4 ATGasoline2389 cm³152 hp112 kW209 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

Nissan R'nessa Dimensions

Estate 5-door — Nissan R'nessa Dimensions

Estate 5-door Nissan R'nessa Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
2.0 CVT4680 mm1520 mm1765 mm2800 mm1440 kg1715 kg150 mm
2.0 AT4680 mm1520 mm1765 mm2800 mm1440 kg1715 kg150 mm
2.0 AT4680 mm1520 mm1765 mm2800 mm1610 kg1885 kg150 mm
2.4 AT4680 mm1520 mm1765 mm2800 mm1630 kg1915 kg150 mm

Nissan R'nessa Cargo Space

Estate 5-door — Nissan R'nessa Cargo Space

Estate 5-door Nissan R'nessa Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
2.0 CVT485 l1615 l
2.0 AT485 l1615 l
2.0 AT485 l1615 l
2.4 AT485 l1615 l