நிசான் சன்னி 2011-2014 டீசல் எக்ஸ்வி

This Nissan Sunny Diesel XV is the top end variant in its model lineup and it is blessed with a 1.5-litre engine. This SOHC based power plant can churn out a maximum power of 84.8bhp along with a torque output of 200Nm. This model is bestowed with an advanced braking and suspension mechanism. With the help of five speed manual transmission gear box, this engine allows the sedan to achieve a top speed of 175 Kmph. It can cross the speed barrier of 100 Kmph in close to 15.8 seconds. The front and rear wheels are equipped with ventilated disc and drum brakes respectively. On the other hand, the front axle is assembled with McPherson strut, while the rear axle is fitted with torsion bar type of mechanism. The interior cabin is bestowed with a multi functional steering wheel, an advanced music system, automatic air conditioner with heater and many other such features. The company is selling this top end variant in quite a few exterior shade options. The list includes Bronze Grey, Blade Silver, Storm White, Sapphire Blue, Onyx Black and Brick Red with metallic finish. This sedan comes with an overall length of 4425mm along with a total width of 1695mm and a decent height of 1505mm. It has a large wheelbase of 2600mm and a minimum ground clearance 165mm. The fuel tank capacity of this sedan is 41 litres and it comes with a roomy 420 litre boot compartment as well.

Exteriors:

The company has fitted this sedan with quite a few exterior features, which gives it a captivating look. To begin with the frontage, it is designed with a bold chrome garnished radiator grille, which has a centrally positioned company emblem. This grille is flanked by a well designed headlight cluster and is equipped with high intensity halogen lamps and turn indicator. Below this grille, there is a body colored bumper, which has a wide air dam and is surrounded with a pair of bright fog lamps as well. The windscreen is made of tinted glass and fitted with a set of intermittent wipers. The neatly carved side profile comes with body colored outside rear view mirrors and chrome plated door handles. These ORVMs are electrically foldable and integrated with side blinker. The flared up wheel arches are fitted with a set of 15 inch alloy wheels , which are covered with 185/70 R15 sized tubeless tyres. On the other hand, the rear end comes fitted with a tail light cluster, which has turn indicator and reverse light, a large windshield with defogger, boot lid and a body colored bumper that gives it an elegant look.

Interiors:

This is the top end variant in this model line up that comes with class leading interiors and sophisticated features. The seats are very comfortable and they are covered with fabric upholstery. It is bestowed with an electric power steering system, which is tilt adjustable and makes handling convenient. The dual tone dashboard is incorporated with a spacious glove box, instrumental cluster, AC vents and a drive computer. The advanced instrument panel houses a tachometer, an electronic tripmeter, a digital clock, low fuel warning light and many other such functions for the convenience of the driver. Apart from these, the company has given this trim a 12V accessory socket for charging gadgets, all four power windows with driver side auto down function, cup and bottle holders, remote trunk and fuel lid opener, trunk light, sun visors with passenger side vanity mirror, adjustable headrests, rear parcel shelf and other utility based features.

Engine and Performance:

This trim is blessed with a 1.5-litre, K9K diesel power plant that has the ability to displace 1461cc . It is integrated with 4-cylinders and 8-valves using a single overhead camshaft valve configuration. It can churn out a power output of 84.8bhp at 3750rpm in combination with a peak torque of 200Nm at 2000rpm. This power plant is incorporated with a CRDI fuel supply system, which allows the sedan to produce 21.64 Kmpl of decent mileage on the highways. At the same time, when it is driven in the city limits, it gives close to 18 Kmpl because of heavy traffic. It is coupled with a five speed manual transmission gear box, which transmits the engine power to its front wheels.

Braking and Handling:

The electronic power steering system of this Nissan Sunny Diesel XV trim is quite responsive. It is tilt adjustable and supports a minimum turning radius of 5.3 meters, which is quite good for this segment. The front axle is assembled with a McPherson strut, while the rear axle is fitted with a torsion bar type of mechanism. On the other hand, the braking mechanism is further enhanced by anti lock braking system along with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist function. The front wheels are fitted with ventilated disc brakes, whereas the rear wheels are equipped with drum brakes .

Comfort Features:

Being the top end variant, the manufacturer has blessed it with a lot of sophisticated features, which gives the occupants a plush feel while traveling. The integrated 2-DIN music system is equipped with four speakers and other input options for enhancing the ambiance of entire cabin. The advanced air conditioning unit comes with automatic climate control and air filtration system. Apart from these, it is bestowed with follow me home headlamps, service interval reminder, trunk and map lamps, intelligent key with push button start, driver and passenger vanity mirror and rear comfort fan. In addition to these, the company has also given it a multi-functional steering wheel with audio and call control buttons, fine vision meters, outside temperature display and drive computer.

Safety Features:

This Nissan Sunny Diesel XV variant is bestowed with an advanced engine immobilizer, driver and front co-passenger airbag, door ajar warning notification on instrument panel, anti theft device with alarm and so on. Apart from these, it is also equipped with ABS along with EBD, central locking system, seat belt for all passengers, speed sensing auto door lock , front fog lamps and keyless entry.

Pros:

1. Eye catching exteriors.
2. Boot compartment is quite spacious.

Cons:

1. Engine sound and harshness can be reduced.
2. A few more safety features can be added.