Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002
Nissan designed the second generation of the Almera/Pulsar in Europe, and it proved to be easier to sell to European customers.
After Renault and Nissan formed the Alliance, the exchanged technologies helped both carmakers to offer better or improved products. The 2000 Almera/Pulsar relied on a Nissan platform, which was very good. With some know-how from its French partner, the Japanese carmaker created a successful compact five-door vehicle. After all, Renault was the inventor of the modern hatchback with the 1965 R16 model. Nissan created a car designed around the driver and focused on a family.
Its rounded design was a reminiscence of the bio-design era but enriched with a few sharp angles on the front grille that belonged to the new-edge-design trend. Its corner-mounted turn signals with clear glass and yellow bulbs made the car looks sportier. It was more of a family-friendly vehicle in the five-door shape, suitable for stress-free parking in crowded European cities, and comfortable enough for long journeys.
Inside, the curved lines dominated the dashboard. Only the navigation screen (offered as an option) and the center vents featured squared lines. In the instrument panel, the speedometer took the center stage flanked by the tachometer on the left and the fuel and coolant-temperature gauges on the right. The bucket seats were designed more for comfort and provided little bolstering. Its back seats featured a split-folding seatback and provided enough elbow and hip room but limited legroom for adult passengers. For children, on the other hand, it was excellent and featured ISOFIX points for child seats.
Under the hood, Nissan installed a choice of own or Renault-sourced turbo-diesel and gasoline engines. It paired them with a five-speed manual and an option for a four-speed automatic for the 1.8-liter version.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 16V 5MT FWD (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5600 RPM 90 HP @ 5600 RPM 89 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 94 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 128 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107.5 mph (173 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 164.6 in (4181 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100 in (2540 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.5 cuFT (354 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2590.4 lbs (1175 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3780.9 lbs (1715 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27.3 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 158 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 16V 4AT FWD (114 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1769 cm3 |
Power: | 84 KW @ 5600 RPM 114 HP @ 5600 RPM 113 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 117 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 158 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 164.6 in (4181 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100 in (2540 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.5 cuFT (354 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2679 lbs (1215 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3825 lbs (1735 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 16V 5MT FWD (114 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1769 cm3 |
Power: | 84 KW @ 5600 RPM 114 HP @ 5600 RPM 113 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 117 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 158 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114.9 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 164.6 in (4181 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100 in (2540 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.5 cuFT (354 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2656.6 lbs (1205 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3825 lbs (1735 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 180 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L Di 5MT FWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2184 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 4000 RPM 110 HP @ 4000 RPM 109 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 170 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 230 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114.9 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 164.6 in (4181 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/57.5 in (1,471/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100 in (2540 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.5 cuFT (354 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.3 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2866 lbs (1300 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4001.4 lbs (1815 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 152 g/km |