Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Car Profiles - Nissan Sylphy

NISSAN SYLPHY

Weird name aside, this car aims to put the Sentra (which is very old) into distant memory by offering a spacious cabin and some luxury amenities (think of Exalta). No more archaic automatic transmission, lies here an Xtronic CVT.

The Good: Spacious rear cabin, value proposition, inviting entry prices.
The Bad: Steering feeling isn't great.

Price Range: P812,000-P998,000
Our Rating: ***



OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.8 Upper1.6 Upper1.6 Base
PriceP998,000P915,000P812,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineMRA8DE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4HR16DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4HR16DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower129hp @ 6,000rpm114hp @ 6,000rpm114hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque174Nm @ 3,600rpm154Nm @ 4,000rpm154Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
TransmissionContinuously Variable TransmissionContinuously Variable Transmission5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity52 Liters52 Liters52 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,615mm4,615mm4,615mm
Width1,760mm1,760mm1,760mm
Height1,495mm1,495mm1,495mm
Wheelbase2,700mm2,700mm2,700mm
Curb Weight1,260kg1,215kg1,190kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam with Stabilizer BarTorsion Beam with Stabilizer BarTorsion Beam with Stabilizer Bar
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Tires205/50 R17195/60 R16195/60 R16
Wheels17 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags222
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneLED High Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Xenon HID HeadlampsAdds: 6 Eyed Daytime Running Light Accents, Side Mirror Signal RepeatersChrome Door Handles and Grille
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and TelescopeTilt and TelescopeTilt and Telescope
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherPremium FabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Push Start/Stop ButtonAdds: Rear Aircon VentsNissan Fine Vision Meter, Leather Accents, Remote Trunk Opening, Illuminated Window Switches, Rear Folding Center Armrest with Cupholders, Ski-Pass Thru
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with FoldSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with FoldSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomatic, DualAutomatic, DualManual
Audio System2DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX/IPOD with Touchscreen2DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX/IPOD with Touchscreen1DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX/IPOD
Speakers664
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Multi Information DisplayYes, Multi Information DisplayYes, Multi Information Display
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYes, with Intelligent KeyYesYes
RIVALSChevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla Altis