Models

Nissan Motor Company was founded in Yokohama, Japan, in 1933 and became one of the world's largest automakers, forming a long-standing alliance with Renault beginning in 1999. The company released the Leaf in 2010 as one of the first mass-market electric cars and is also known for the GT-R performance car and its pioneering work with continuously variable transmissions. Nissan's reputation has been mixed in recent years, with its CVTs drawing reliability complaints and the company experiencing financial difficulties and leadership turmoil following the arrest of former chairman Carlos Ghosn in 2018.

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  FX

  The Nissan FX was a mid-size crossover SUV sold primarily in Japan from 2003 to 2013, positioned as a sporty, style-focused alternative to traditional family SUVs. It was offered in two generations, the S50 (2003–2008) and the S51 (2009–2013), both built on Nissan's FM platform shared with the 350Z sports car. Typical strengths included powerful V6 and V8 engine options, rear-wheel-drive-based handling, and a distinctive coupe-like design. The model line was discontinued in 2013 and effectively succeeded by the Nissan Murano in Nissan's crossover lineup.

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  280z

  The Nissan 280Z was the third model in the original Z-car line, sold in the United States from 1975 to 1978 as the successor to the 240Z and 260Z. It was offered as a two-seat coupe and a 2+2 hatchback, both built on the S30 chassis. Its 2.8-liter inline-six engine, fuel-injected in U.S. models, delivered more power than its predecessors while retaining rear-wheel drive and balanced handling. The 280Z was replaced by the more comfort-oriented 280ZX for the 1979 model year.

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  misc

  Nissan's miscellaneous lineup covers niche lifestyle vehicles, kei cars, and commercial vans that fill gaps between its standard sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Models like the Figaro, Pao, and S-Cargo from the late 1980s and 1990s offered retro-styled urban transport, while the Serena, Elgrand, and NV series serve family and commercial roles. These vehicles typically emphasize compact dimensions, efficient packaging, and distinctive styling. Most have seen multiple generations in the Japanese domestic market, with limited availability elsewhere.

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  Altima

  The Nissan Altima is a mid-size sedan positioned between the compact Sentra and the larger Maxima in Nissan's lineup. Introduced in 1992 as a replacement for the Stanza, it has gone through six generations, with the current generation debuting for the 2019 model year. The Altima is typically noted for its fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and available all-wheel drive, a feature added in 2019. Recent models also offer Nissan's ProPILOT Assist suite of driver-assistance technologies.

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  Q45

  The Nissan Q45 was Nissan's flagship luxury sedan, sold in North America from 1989 to 2006 across three generations. It shared its platform with the Nissan President/Cima in Japan and served as the basis for the Infiniti Q45 when that brand launched in 1989. All generations used a 4.5-liter V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission. Typical strengths included a smooth powertrain, a quiet and comfortable ride, and a spacious interior.

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  i30

  The Nissan i30 was a compact hatchback sold mainly in markets such as Australia from 2007 to 2013, where it served as Nissan's entry-level passenger car in the C-segment. It was a rebadged version of the Hyundai Elantra hatchback, produced under a badge-engineering arrangement between the two manufacturers. Offered as a five-door hatchback with petrol engines, it sat below Nissan's crossover models in the lineup. Its typical strengths included practical cargo space, competitive pricing, and the reliability of its Hyundai-sourced mechanical components.

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  titan

  The Nissan Titan is a full-size pickup truck that serves as Nissan's entry in the half-ton truck segment, competing with models like the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and Ram 1500. The first generation was produced from 2004 to 2015, and the second generation launched for the 2016 model year and remains in production. Both generations have used a 5.6-liter V8 engine, and a heavier-duty Titan XD variant with an available Cummins diesel was offered from 2016 to 2019. Typical strengths include strong V8 power, a comfortable ride, competitive towing capacity, and pricing that undercuts many domestic rivals.

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  350Z

  The Nissan 350Z is a two-seat sports car produced from 2002 to 2009, serving as the fifth generation of Nissan's Z-car line and replacing the 300ZX. It was offered as a coupe and, from 2004, as a roadster, with a mid-cycle update for 2006 introducing a revised VQ35HR V6 engine. The car uses rear-wheel drive and is commonly noted for its responsive V6 engine, balanced handling, and relatively affordable pricing. It was succeeded by the 370Z for the 2009 model year.

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  G35

  The Nissan G35, sold in North America as the Infiniti G35 and in Japan as the Nissan Skyline V35, was produced from 2002 to 2007 as a single generation (V35) with a mid-cycle facelift for the 2007 model year. It served as the entry-level sports sedan and coupe in Infiniti's lineup, positioned below the Q45 flagship. Built on Nissan's FM platform shared with the 350Z, it featured rear-wheel drive and the VQ35DE V6 engine, with output rising from 260 to 306 horsepower over its run. Typical strengths included balanced handling, an available six-speed manual transmission, and strong engine response.

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  G20

  The Nissan G20 was a compact sedan sold in North America from 1990 to 1996, positioned below the Maxima as Nissan's entry-level offering. It was based on the first-generation Nissan Primera (P10 platform) and was produced in a single generation with a mid-cycle facelift. The car used a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with front-wheel drive. It was generally noted for reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability.

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  240sx

  The Nissan 240SX was a compact sports coupe and hatchback sold in North America from 1989 to 1998, spanning two generations known internally as the S13 and S14. It served as Nissan's affordable rear-wheel-drive sports car, positioned below the Z cars in the brand's lineup. The model is noted for its lightweight construction, balanced chassis, and durable KA24 four-cylinder engines. These traits made it popular for drifting and grassroots motorsport, though it lacked the turbocharged engines offered in the Japanese-market Silvia.

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  xterra

  The Nissan Xterra was a body-on-frame compact SUV sold from 1999 to 2015, positioned as a more rugged and affordable alternative to the Pathfinder in Nissan's lineup. It was offered across two generations, with the first based on the Nissan Frontier pickup platform and the second sharing the F-Alpha platform with the Frontier and Pathfinder. The model was typically noted for its off-road capability, durable construction, and straightforward, utilitarian design.

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  Sentra

  The Nissan Sentra is a compact sedan that has served as an entry-level model in Nissan's lineup, positioned below the midsize Altima. Introduced in 1982 as a rebadged version of the Nissan Sunny, it has gone through eight generations, with the current generation debuting for the 2020 model year. The Sentra is typically noted for its fuel efficiency, affordability, and comfortable ride.

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  frontier

  The Nissan Frontier is a mid-size pickup truck that has served as Nissan's primary truck offering since the full-size Titan was discontinued after 2024. It debuted in 1997 as a replacement for the Hardbody, with a second generation arriving in 2005 and a substantially revised third generation launching for 2022. Built on a body-on-frame platform, the Frontier is typically noted for its available four-wheel drive, Pro-4X off-road trim, and towing capacity of roughly 6,700 pounds.

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  QX56

  The Nissan QX56 was a full-size, body-on-frame SUV sold in select markets as a rebadged version of the Infiniti QX56. It corresponded to the second-generation Infiniti QX56 (2011–2013), which was based on the Nissan Patrol (Y62) platform. Typical strengths included a spacious three-row cabin, a 5.6-liter V8 engine producing roughly 400 horsepower, and strong towing capacity. It served as Nissan's flagship SUV offering in the markets where it was available.

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  pathfinder

  The Nissan Pathfinder is a mid-size SUV slotted between the Rogue and the Armada in Nissan's lineup. Launched in 1986, it was a body-on-frame, truck-based vehicle for its first three generations before moving to a unibody crossover platform with the 2012 redesign, and the current fifth generation debuted for 2021. Its typical strengths include three-row seating, available four-wheel drive, and strong towing capacity, especially in the earlier truck-based versions.

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  quest

  The Nissan Quest was a minivan sold by Nissan in North America from 1993 to 2017, serving as the brand's family-oriented people mover. It spanned four generations, with the first generation developed jointly with Ford and the final generation based on the Japanese-market Nissan Elgrand. The Quest was typically noted for its spacious cabin, flexible seating, and comfort-focused ride. Nissan discontinued the model in 2017 amid declining minivan demand.

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  260z

  The Nissan 260Z was a sports car produced from 1974 to 1978, positioned between the 240Z and 280Z in Nissan's Z-car lineup. It was powered by a 2.6-liter inline-six engine and offered in both two-seat and 2+2 body styles. The model is generally noted for its balanced handling, straightforward mechanical design, and classic styling. It served as an affordable grand touring sports car during the 1970s.

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  Rogue

  The Nissan Rogue is a compact crossover SUV that has been Nissan's best-selling vehicle in the United States since its introduction for the 2008 model year. It is currently in its third generation, which debuted for the 2021 model year, following generations produced from 2008–2013 and 2014–2020. Positioned between the smaller Kicks and the larger Murano in Nissan's SUV lineup, the Rogue is typically noted for its fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and competitive pricing. Offered with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, it competes in the compact crossover segment against models such as the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V.

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  g37

  The Nissan G37 was sold under Nissan's Infiniti luxury division as a sports sedan, coupe, and convertible from 2008 to 2013. It replaced the G35 in Infiniti's lineup and belonged to the V36 generation, built on the same rear-wheel-drive FM platform as the Nissan 370Z. The model used a 3.7-liter V6 producing roughly 330 horsepower, paired with either a six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission. It was succeeded by the Q50 in 2014 when Infiniti renamed its model lineup.

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  i35

  The Nissan i35 was a mid-size sedan sold in the United States from 2002 to 2004 as a single-generation model. It was based on the A33-generation Nissan Maxima platform and was positioned as a lower-priced alternative to the Maxima within Nissan's sedan lineup. The i35 was powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine and was noted for its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and strong powertrain. It was discontinued after the 2004 model year, with the Altima assuming its position in the range.

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  M

  The Nissan M is a subcompact hatchback produced by Nissan from 1982 to 2020, sold mainly in Japan and also known as the March or Micra in export markets. It spanned five generations (K10 through K14) and served as Nissan's entry-level model in its domestic lineup. Typical strengths included compact dimensions suited to urban driving, fuel efficiency, and affordability. The model was discontinued in 2020, with its role in the lineup effectively taken over by the Nissan Note.

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  maxima

  The Nissan Maxima is a mid-size sedan that has served as Nissan's flagship passenger car in the North American market since 1981. Positioned above the Altima and Sentra in the brand's lineup, it has been offered across eight generations, with the final model year being 2023. Most generations featured front-wheel drive and a V6 engine, with output reaching roughly 300 horsepower in the 2016–2023 generation. The Maxima has typically emphasized sportier handling and more premium equipment compared to Nissan's other sedans.

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  armada

  The Nissan Armada is a full-size, body-on-frame SUV that serves as Nissan's largest family vehicle, positioned above the Pathfinder in the brand's lineup. The first generation was produced from 2004 to 2015 and shared its platform with the Titan pickup truck, while the second generation, introduced for 2017, is based on the global Nissan Patrol. Typical strengths include three-row seating for up to eight passengers, a standard 5.6-liter V8 engine, and towing capacity of roughly 9,000 pounds.

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  murano

  The Nissan Murano is a mid-size crossover SUV positioned between the Rogue and Pathfinder in Nissan's lineup. It debuted for the 2003 model year, with a second generation arriving in 2009 and the current third generation launching in 2015. The model is typically noted for its comfortable ride, car-like handling, and available V6 engine, with all-wheel drive offered on most trims.

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  300zx

  The Nissan 300ZX is a sports car that served as Nissan's flagship performance model from 1983 to 2000. It was produced in two generations, the Z31 (1983–1989) and the Z32 (1989–2000), with the latter offering a 3.0-liter V6 in naturally aspirated and twin-turbocharged forms. The model was positioned above the 240SX in Nissan's lineup and was sold in Japan as the Fairlady Z. Typical strengths included strong straight-line performance, advanced technology for its era, and balanced handling.

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  QX4

  The Nissan QX4 was a mid-size luxury SUV sold from 1996 to 2003, serving as Nissan's premium offering in that segment. It was based on the Nissan Pathfinder, with the first generation (1996-1999) sharing the Terrano platform and the second generation (2001-2003) moving to the R50 Pathfinder underpinnings. Typical strengths included a comfortable ride, a V6 engine, available four-wheel drive, and a more upscale interior than its mainstream counterpart.

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  240z

  The Nissan 240Z, sold from 1969 to 1973, was the first model in Nissan's Z-car line and established the brand in the affordable sports car segment. It belongs to the S30 generation, which later expanded to include the 260Z and 280Z before the line continued through the S130, Z31, Z32, Z33, and Z34 generations. The 240Z is typically noted for its lightweight body, 2.4-liter inline-six engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, and balanced handling. Its simple mechanicals and relative affordability also contributed to its reputation for reliability and ease of maintenance.

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  versa

  The Nissan Versa serves as the brand's entry-level subcompact sedan, positioned below the Sentra in the lineup. It debuted for the 2007 model year as a replacement for the Sentra in the subcompact segment, with the first generation offered as both a sedan and hatchback. A second generation arrived in 2012, and a third generation launched for 2020 on the Renault-Nissan CMF-B platform, with the hatchback body style discontinued. The model is typically noted for its low starting price, fuel efficiency, and, in later years, standard driver-assistance features.

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  J30

  The Nissan J30 is the internal designation for the fourth-generation Maxima, sold in North America from 1990 to 1996. It served as Nissan's flagship mid-size sedan, positioned above the Altima in the brand's lineup. The car was powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine paired with front-wheel drive. Typical strengths included a smooth powertrain, a comfortable ride, and a spacious interior.

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  EX

  The Nissan EXA was a compact hatchback produced by Nissan from 1983 to 1990, positioned as a sporty, youth-oriented model alongside the Pulsar line. It was offered in two generations, the N12 (1983–1986) and the N13 (1986–1990), with the latter sold in North America as the Nissan Pulsar NX. Typical strengths included fuel efficiency, low running costs, and agile handling from its lightweight front-wheel-drive layout.

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  hardbody

  The Nissan Hardbody, officially the D21 generation, served as Nissan's compact pickup in North America from 1986 to 1997, replacing the 720 series and preceding the Frontier. It was offered in regular and extended King Cab body styles with rear- or four-wheel drive, powered by four-cylinder and V6 engines. The truck was known for its simple, durable construction, strong reliability, and ease of maintenance. It competed against models like the Toyota Pickup, Ford Ranger, and Chevrolet S-10.

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  Roadster

  The Nissan Roadster (P30) was a kei-class convertible produced by Nissan from 1989 to 1991, sold only in the Japanese domestic market. It belonged to Nissan's Pike Factory series of retro-styled small cars, alongside the Be-1, Pao, and Figaro. The model was offered in a single generation, powered by a turbocharged 660cc engine. Its strengths included compact dimensions, a folding soft top, and fuel efficiency suited to urban driving.

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  rb

  The Nissan RB is a family of inline-six gasoline engines produced from 1985 to 2004, serving as Nissan's primary six-cylinder powerplant for models such as the Skyline, Laurel, Cefiro, and Stagea. Key generations include the RB20, RB24, RB25, and RB26, with the twin-turbocharged RB26DETT becoming the flagship engine of the R32 through R34 Skyline GT-R. The engines use cast-iron blocks with aluminum cylinder heads, and later versions feature dual overhead camshafts with four valves per cylinder. The RB series is noted for its strong bottom end, smooth power delivery, and substantial tuning potential, particularly in the RB26.

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  200sx

  The Nissan 200SX was a compact sporty coupe sold in North America from 1995 to 1998, based on the S14 platform shared with the Japanese-market Silvia. It served as Nissan's affordable rear-wheel-drive sports compact, positioned below the 300ZX in the lineup. The SE-R trim featured a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing roughly 140 horsepower. Typical strengths included light weight, balanced handling, and relatively good fuel economy.