Nissan Laurel 8 (C35) Sedan (1997-2002)

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Nissan Laurel 7 (code C35) is premium mid-size sedan in production from 1997 to 2002. It was available with a range of inline-6 engines that displaced 2.0 to 2.8 liters.
The Laurel 7 was related to the R34 Nissan Skyline. For the Laurel, Nissan did away with manual transmission and paired the otherwise interesting engines to an outdated 4-speed automatic.
Still, this handsome sedan could be purchased with RWD (unless AWD was optioned). It featured Nissan's famous RB25 engine, including the turbocharged RB25DET. Further, there was an RD28E diesel. These engines were robust, tunable, and easy to DIY on.
Drivers who appreciate handling should keep in mind that the C35 Laurel uses MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.

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Neofiliac score 39% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Interesting RB25 and RD28 engine options
  • Handsome styling
Cons
  • No powerful engine options
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

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Specifications

2.02.52.8D

Capacity

Cargo Capacity460 L / 16.2 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity65.0 L / 17.2 gal
Passengers5

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearHelical spring
Tire Size195/65 R15

Construction

Body Style4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Size | Height1400 mm / 55.1 in
Size | Length4765 mm / 187.6 in
Size | Width1730 mm / 68.1 in
Track Width | Front1460.0 mm / 57.5 in
Track Width | Rear1470.0 mm / 57.9 in
Weight1390.0 kg / 3064.4 lbs1520.0 kg / 3351.0 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs
Wheelbase2720 mm / 107.1 in

Performance

Fuel Economy13.0 L/100km / 18.1 MPG (urban) | 8.0 L/100km / 29.4 MPG (highway)16.0 L/100km / 14.7 MPG (urban) | 9.0 L/100km / 26.1 MPG (highway)11.0 L/100km / 21.4 MPG (urban) | 7.0 L/100km / 33.6 MPG (highway)
Top Speed190.0 km/h / 118.1 mph210.0 km/h / 130.5 mph170.0 km/h / 105.6 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Engine | Bore78.0 mm / 3.1 in86.0 mm / 3.4 in85.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio9.5:110.0:122.4:1
Engine | Displacement2.0 L / 121.9 cu-in / 1998.0 cc2.5 L / 152.5 cu-in / 2499.0 cc2.8 L / 172.5 cu-in / 2826.0 cc
Engine | Power155.0 hp / 115.6 kW @ 6400 rpm200.0 hp / 149.1 kW @ 6000 rpm101.0 hp / 75.3 kW @ 4800 rpm
Engine | Specific Output77.6 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in80.0 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in35.7 hp/L / 0.6 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke69.7 mm / 2.7 in71.7 mm / 2.8 in83.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Torque186 Nm / 137.2 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm255 Nm / 188.1 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm179 Nm / 132.0 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated diesel inline-6 engine with 2 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears4-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability1997 ~ 2002

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