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Nissan Pulsar

Nissan Pulsar — 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door liftback coupé; 4-door fastback sedan; 5-door station wagon/van; 3-door panel van, 988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10)

Transmission4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic

About the Nissan Pulsar

Nissan Pulsar is a 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door liftback coupé; 4-door fastback sedan; 5-door station wagon/van; 3-door panel van in the subcompact car (1978–1995)compact car (1995–2005, 2014–2018) class. The available vehicle data lists 988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10) as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic and a Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Nissan Pulsar guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10) and 4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Nissan Pulsar specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Nissan
Model	Pulsar
Model years	Not specified
Body style	3/5-door hatchback; 3-door liftback coupé; 4-door fastback sedan; 5-door station wagon/van; 3-door panel van
Vehicle class	Subcompact car (1978–1995)Compact car (1995–2005, 2014–2018)
Manufacturer	Nissan
Production	1978–20052014–20182016–2026 (China)
Market / country	ES, FI, GB, LU, NL, NZ, UA

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Nissan Pulsar includes 988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10).. Transmission information includes 4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Engine	988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10)
Transmission	4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2395 mm (94.3 in)
Length	3890 –
Width	1620 mm (63.8 in)
Height	1360 mm (53.5 in)
Kerb / curb weight	840 kg (1,852 lb)

Nissan Pulsar other specifications

Image	2018 Nissan Pulsar Tekna DIG-T CVT 1.2 Front.jpg
Caption	2018 Nissan Pulsar (C13)
Name	N10, N11
Aka	Datsun 100A/120A/130A/140A/150ADatsun 310 (US)Datsun Cherry (Europe)Datsun PulsarNissan Langley

Nissan Pulsar 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
Generation 1	1978–20052014–20182016–2026 (China)	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
N10, N11	May 1978 – April 1982	988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10)	Not specified	Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive
N12	1982–19861983–1987 (Australia)	988 cc ''E10'' I4 (BN12); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (HN12); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (PN12); 1488 cc ''E15ET'' turbo I4 (PN12); 1597 cc ''E16'' I4; 1680 cc ''CD17'' diesel I4 (SN12)	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
N13	1986–1990July 1987–1991 (Australia)	988 cc ''E10'' I4; 1270 cc ''E13'' I4; 1392 cc ''GA14S''/''GA14DS'' I4; 1487 cc ''E15'' I4; 1497 cc ''GA15S'' I4; 1597 cc ''E16'' I4; 1597 cc ''GA16S'' I4; 1598 cc ''16LF'' (GM) I4 (Australia); 1598 cc ''CA16DE'' DOHC I4; 1796 cc ''18LE'' (GM) I4 (Australia); 1809 cc ''CA18DE'' DOHC I4; 1680 cc ''CD17'' diesel I4	4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
N14	1990–19951991–1992 (Australia)	'''petrol:'''; 1.3 L ''GA13DS'' I4; 1.4 L ''GA14DS/GA14DE'' I4; 1.5 L ''GA15DS'' I4; 1.6 L ''GA16DS/GA16DE/GA16DNE'' I4; 1.8 L ''SR18DE'' I4; 2.0 L ''SR20DE'' I4; 2.0 L ''SR20DET'' turbo I4; '''diesel:'''; 1.7 L ''CD17'' I4; 2.0 L ''CD20'' I4	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
N15	1995–2000	1.4 L ''GA14DE'' I4; 1.5 L ''GA15DE'' I4; 1.6 L ''GA16DE'' I4; 1.6 L ''SR16VE'' I4; 1.8 L ''SR18DE'' I4; 2.0 L ''SR20DE'' I4; 2.0 L ''CD20'' I4	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, all-wheel-drive

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Nissan Pulsar

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.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Nissan Pulsar

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Nissan Pulsar have?

The available source data lists the Nissan Pulsar engine as 988 cc ''A10'' I4 (BN10); 988 cc ''E10'' I4 (SN10); 1171 cc ''A12'' I4 (N10/N11); 1237 cc ''A12A'' I4 (YN10); 1270 cc ''E13'' I4 (UN10); 1397 cc ''A14'' I4 (HN10/HN11); 1488 cc ''A15'' I4 (Datsun 310); 1488 cc ''E15'' I4 (MN10). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Nissan Pulsar?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Nissan Pulsar?

There is no single best engine oil for every Nissan Pulsar configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Nissan Pulsar?

The Nissan Pulsar is classified as a 3/5-door hatchback; 3-door liftback coupé; 4-door fastback sedan; 5-door station wagon/van; 3-door panel van.

What are the dimensions of the Nissan Pulsar?

The available source data lists length 3890 -, width 1620 mm (63.8 in), height 1360 mm (53.5 in), and wheelbase 2395 mm (94.3 in).

What transmission does the Nissan Pulsar have?

The available source data lists 4-speed manual5-speed manual3-speed automatic transmission options for the Nissan Pulsar.

Is the Nissan Pulsar FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Nissan Pulsar is Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Nissan Pulsar?

The manufacturer listed for the Nissan Pulsar is Nissan.

When was the Nissan Pulsar produced?

The available source data describes production as 1978–20052014–20182016–2026 (China).

How much does the Nissan Pulsar weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 840 kg (1,852 lb). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Nissan Pulsar built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Japan: Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa; Greece: Volos (TEOKAR); Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur (Tan Chong); New Zealand: Wiri; South Africa: Rosslyn, Gauteng (NSA).

What class of car is the Nissan Pulsar?

The Nissan Pulsar is listed in the Subcompact car (1978–1995)Compact car (1995–2005, 2014–2018) class.

What platform does the Nissan Pulsar use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as Nissan B platform.

Which markets or countries sold the Nissan Pulsar?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Nissan Pulsar with ES, FI, GB, LU, NL, NZ, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Nissan Pulsar?

The available vehicle data lists Nissan AD/Wingroad (station wagon)Nissan Bluebird SylphyNissan Tiida as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Nissan Pulsar?

The available vehicle data lists Nissan AD/Wingroad (station wagon)Nissan Bluebird SylphyNissan Tiida as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Nissan Pulsar?

The available source data identifies related models as Nissan Pulsar EXA (N12). Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Nissan Pulsar?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Nissan Pulsar?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Nissan Pulsar is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

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