Nissan Prairie
Nissan Prairie — 1990 (US)1990–1995 (Canada), 5-door minivan, '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Nissan Prairie
Nissan Prairie is a 5-door minivan in the compact mpv class, with source data covering 1990 (US)1990–1995 (Canada). The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10) as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Nissan Prairie guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10) and 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Nissan Prairie specifications at a glance
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| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Prairie |
| Model years | 1990 (US)1990–1995 (Canada) |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| Vehicle class | Compact MPV |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Production | 1982–2004 |
| Market / country | GB, NL, NZ, UA |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Nissan Prairie includes '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10).. Transmission information includes 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive.
| Engine | '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10) |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 2WD: 99.0 in (2,515 mm)4WD: 99.4 in (2,525 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 2WD: 170.3 in (4,326 mm)4WD: 166.5 in (4,229 mm) |
| Width | 65.6 in (1,666 mm) |
| Height | 2WD: 62.0 in (1,575 mm)4WD: 63.6 in (1,615 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 1020 kg (2,249 lb) |
Nissan Prairie other specifications
| Name | Nissan Prairie |
|---|---|
| Image | Nissan Prairie Joy 001.JPG |
| Aka | Nissan MultiNissan Stanza WagonNissan LibertyNissan Axxess |
| Caption | 1984 Nissan PRAIRIE JW-G |
Nissan Prairie generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Prairie | 1982–2004 | Not specified | Not specified | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive |
| First generation (M10) | 1982–1988 | '''Petrol:'''; 1.5 L ''E15S'' I4 (BM10); 1.6 L ''E16'' I4; 1.8 L ''CA18S'' I4 (PM10); 2.0 L ''CA20S/CA20E'' I4 (HM10) | 5-speed manual 3/4-speed automatic | Not specified |
| Second generation (M11) | 1990 (US)1990–1995 (Canada) | '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''CA20S'' I4; 2.0 L ''SR20DE'' I4; 2.4 L ''KA24E'' I4 | 4-speed automatic5-speed manual | Not specified |
| Third generation (M12) | 1998–2004 | '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''SR20DE'' I4; 2.0 L ''SR20DET'' turbo I4; 2.0 L ''QR20DE'' I4 | 4-speed automaticCVT | Not specified |
Nissan Prairie features and equipment
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Recommended tire pressure for Nissan Prairie
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 33 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 35 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Nissan Prairie
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