Nissan Sylphy

First generation (G10/N16)
2000–2003 Nissan Bluebird Sylphy sedan (Japan)
Overview
Also called	Nissan Bluebird Sylphy Nissan Almera Nissan Pulsar Nissan Sentra (Indonesia/Taiwan/Philippines) Nissan Sunny (Southeast Asia) Renault Samsung SM3 Renault Scala
Production	2000–2005 (G10) 2005–2012 (N16) (Malaysia)
Assembly	Japan: Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa China: Guangzhou (DMCL) Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur Philippines: Santa Rosa City Taiwan: Miaoli Thailand: Samut Prakan United Kingdom: Washington, Tyne and Wear (Almera/Pulsar)
Body and chassis
Body style	4-door sedan 5-door hatchback (Pulsar)
Layout	Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive Transverse front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Platform	Nissan MS platform
Related	Nissan Sentra (B15) (North America) Nissan Sunny (B15) (Japan)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.3 L QG13DE I4 1.5 L QG15DE I4 1.6 L QG16DE I4 1.8 L QG18DE I4 2.0 L QR20DD I4 Diesel: 2.2 L YD22DDT turbo I4 2.2 L YD22DDTi Common rail turbo I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,550 mm (100.4 in)
Length	4,495 mm (177.0 in)
Width	1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height	1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Curb weight	1,130–1,220 kg (2,490–2,690 lb)

2003–2005 Nissan Bluebird Sylphy sedan (Japan)

2005–2008 Nissan Sunny Neo GL sedan (Indonesia)

Nissan launched the G10 or N16 series Bluebird Sylphy in August 2000 as replacement in the Japanese market for the Nissan Pulsar (N15), and it was exclusive to Japanese dealerships called Nissan Blue Stage. The model code of "G10" used in Japan differed from most other markets which retained the legacy N-series (N16) naming scheme inherited from the Pulsar. The change in name from Pulsar to Bluebird Sylphy in Japan came about as Nissan was about to phase out the long-running Bluebird, and this kept the old name alive. Export markets received this same vehicle under a myriad of alternative names: Almera in Europe and Brunei; Pulsar in Australasia; Sentra in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Taiwan; plus Sunny in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Sri Lanka and the Middle East. It was not available in North America; instead, there was the Sunny-based Nissan Sentra (B15).

The Bluebird Sylphy was made available in a single body style, a well equipped small four-door sedan. The factory in the UK, where the N16 was manufactured as the Almera, continued to produce three- and five-door hatchback versions. These European models featured slightly different frontal styling—a unique grille, bonnet and bumper accommodated the headlamp design shared with Japanese models. Some European markets also received an Almera sedan model, which featured the same frontal styling as the hatchbacks. British-made Almeras also saw some exports outside of Europe, mainly to Australia and with Pulsar badging.

The new platform spawned a compact MPV version (the Nissan Almera Tino or Nissan Tino) for the first time. The Nissan Wingroad continued to be sold as the Pulsar wagon or Almera Traveller in many countries.

The original release Bluebird Sylphy had a vertical chrome grille with Nissan emblem on the bonnet. In February 2003, the Bluebird Sylphy received minor changes with a revised grille (with the Nissan emblem moved onto the grille) and an all-new rear end with Teana (J31)-inspired tail lights. This update also applied to the Sunny and Sentra models in Southeast Asia. Australian Pulsar sedans received the same update, although a horizontally-stated grille featured instead.

In October 2005, the second generation Nissan Bluebird Sylphy (G11 series) was previewed at the Tokyo Motor Show. In Japan, the Nissan Tiida hatchback and Tiida Latio sedan replaced also replaced the G10/N16 range, particularly in export markets where the G11 was not offered.

Although the release of the G11 series Sylphy and Tiida signified the withdrawal of the G10/N16 from many markets, it was facelifted for an October 2005 release as a budget model to sit beneath the G11 Sylphy and Tiida in Southeast Asian markets such as Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. This more substantial front-end facelift allowed for the fitment of reshaped headlamps, a revised front bumper and fenders, and a new grille and bonnet.[1]

Asia

2005–2012 Nissan Sentra Sport sedan (Malaysia)

2007 facelifted Nissan Sunny EX Saloon (Singapore)

In Japan, the Nissan Revival Plan was implemented, and saw the reorganization of Nissan's Japanese dealership network, introducing Nissan Red Stage as the sole provider of all Sunny/Pulsar vehicle platforms formerly available at Nissan Satio/Nissan Cherry/Nissan Prince locations. Engine choices consisted of the 1.5- QG15DE, 1.6- QG16DE, 1.8- QG18DE, and the 2.0-litre QR20DD. A five-speed manual transmission is only available for the 1.5-litre, the other models featuring a four-speed automatic transmission with the 2.0l motor mated to a CVT. The four-wheel drive version was only offered with the 1.8-litre model.

In Thailand, where the Sunny name was used, alongside the sedan, the five-door was also sold (imported from the UK). Consequently, each body style has a different front end. China, Singapore and Sri Lanka also received the sedan model only under the Sunny name. In China, it was produced by the Dongfeng Motor Company, a joint venture with Nissan.

In Singapore, the N16 succeeded the B15 model in the year 2000. It was available in two engine variants, both 1.5-litre and 1.6-litre. In 2004, a facelifted model was introduced. The facelifted model was only available with a 1.6-litre engine. It continued to be available for sale, until the year 2011. Both versions came in manual and automatic transmissions. Nissan Sunny was only sold in the sedan variant, imported from Japan.

The N16 generation was introduced in the Philippines[2] (where it is sold as Sentra 200 and replaces Pulsar-based N16 model).[3] Sales ended in the Philippine market in 2014.[4]

In Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Taiwan, the Bluebird Sylphy is sold as the Nissan Sentra. For Indonesia, Nissan sold the Sentra between 2002 and 2004 in small numbers for private buyers in a single trim level, the 1.8 Super Saloon. It featured standard ABS, dual airbags, leather interior, and CD player with MP3. The facelifted model N16, the Sunny Neo was powered by the 1.6-litre engine was and intended for taxi use only.

After the Japanese production ended in 2005, the N16 maintained in production in Malaysia and the Philippines as the Sentra—albeit, sporting new front-end styling treatment. The models for Malaysia are SG and SG-L, with the choice of Comfort or Luxury Package. The Sunny continued to be offered in Singapore until 2011 in the following trim levels: EX Saloon, Super Saloon, and Luxury Edition. Exclusive for the local market, the Malaysian-built N16 was made available until 2014 as the Sentra Sport 1.6 in Comfort and Luxury trim levels. It is unrelated to the North American Sentra.

Second generation (G11)
Overview
Also called	Nissan Bluebird Sylphy Nissan Bluebird (Taiwan) Nissan Almera (Russia)
Production	2005–2012 (Japan) 2006–2018 (China) 2008–2014 (Malaysia) 2012–2018 (Russia)
Model years	2006–2019 (China)
Assembly	Japan: Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa China: Guangzhou (DMCL) Malaysia: Serendah (TCMA) Russia: Tolyatti Taiwan: Miaoli
Body and chassis
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Nissan B platform
Related	Nissan Sentra B16 Dongfeng Fengshen A60
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.5 L HR15DE I4 1.6 L HR16DE I4 2.0 L MR20DE I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic CVT automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,610 mm (181.5 in) 4,665 mm (183.7 in) (Nissan Sylphy Classic)
Width	1,695 mm (66.7 in) 1,700 mm (66.9 in) (Nissan Sylphy Classic)
Height	1,510 mm (59.4 in) 1,505 mm (59.3 in) (Nissan Sylphy Classic)
Curb weight	1,160–1,250 kg (2,560–2,760 lb)

Interior

The G11 series Bluebird Sylphy uses Nissan's B platform,[10] and the model code is G11. This car was launched at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show.

In Japan, it replaced the Nissan Sunny (B15) and the previous Bluebird Sylphy as Nissan's compact sedan. The Nissan Bluebird Sylphy uses the same engine as the Nissan Tiida/Versa/Latio, which is the 1.5-litre HR15DE engine and the all-new 2.0-litre MR20DE engine. The 2.0-litre version uses Nissan's Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (Xtronic-CVT).

The Sylphy has the most spacious interior space due to its enlarged wheelbase (2,700 mm) and the biggest boot (504 L) in its class. The rear legroom almost matches that of the Nissan Teana and Toyota Camry.

Starting from 2008, the Bluebird Sylphy is also available for the export market, as the Nissan Sylphy. The Sylphy has been sold in China since 2006 under the Sylphy Classic name or 日产轩逸经典 in Chinese. In terms of styling, the Chinese variant has amber turn signals on the front compared to clear ones sold in international markets. The rear was the same style as international variants until 2008 where it was given a facelift for 2009. The rear was given new taillights as well as an extra foglamp on the bottom of the rear bumper. Trim levels consisted of the 1.6XE, 2.0XE, 2.0XL, 2.0XV and 2.0XV Navi. Engine and gearbox options consisted of the 1.6 litre HR16DE and the 2.0 litre MR20DE paired to a 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, or a CVT gearbox.[11] Production for the Classic Sylphy ended in 2018 for the 2019 model year.

The Sylphy was also sold in some Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia and Taiwan. The Yulon Motor Company of Taiwan manufactured the Bluebird Sylphy and sold it as the Nissan Bluebird.[12]

In Malaysia, the G11 Sylphy was launched in June 2008. Two variants were offered: Comfort and Luxury. Both variants were powered by Nissan's MR20DE engine paired to a CVT.[13] In June 2009, 'Tuned by Impul' accessories were made available and consisted of a front grille, front and rear lips, side skirts, a rear wing spoiler, suspension and alloy wheels.[14] In January 2010, a new variant dubbed 'Luxury Navi Package' offered navigation and a reverse camera.[15] In March 2012, the facelift G11 Sylphy was launched in Malaysia and was available with three variants: 2.0 XL Comfort and 2.0 XL Luxury and 2.0 XV Premium.[16] In June 2012, revised 'Tuned by Impul' accessories were launched.[17]

In Russia, the Bluebird Sylphy was available between 2012 and 2018 as the Nissan Almera. The production started in fall of 2012 in the AvtoVAZ plant in Tolyatti. The car is available with the 1.6-liter 76 kW (102 hp) engine and five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.

Pre-facelift styling

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  Front
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  Rear

Post-facelift styling

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  Front
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  Rear

The 2013 Nissan Sylphy was revealed at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show.[18] To reduce development costs, the development of the car is merged with the Nissan Sentra, which meant it is a rebadged seventh generation Sentra with several changes to accommodate the taste of Asian customers.

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  Nissan Sylphy B17 (Singapore; pre-facelift)
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  Nissan Sylphy B17 (Singapore; pre-facelift)
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  Facelift (China)
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  Facelift (China)

The fourth generation Sylphy was unveiled on 16 April 2019 at the 18th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition.[19][20] It was revealed prior to the Sentra which was launched later that year at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.[21]

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  Nissan Sylphy B18 (China)
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  Nissan Sylphy B18 (China)

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