Nissan Silvia (S15) 2.0 i 16V (165 hp)

Gasoline engine with 165 hp (121 kW) and 142 lb-ft (192 Nm), built 1999–2002, coupe body, rear-wheel drive. The Nissan Silvia (S15) has 2 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power165 hp (121 kW)
Torque142 lb-ft (192 Nm)
Top speed130 mph (210 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 i 16V (165 hp)
Engine codeSR20DE
Displacement2.0 L (1,998 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-5
Bore86 mm
Stroke86 mm

Performance

Power165 hp (121 kW) @ 6400 rpm
Torque142 lb-ft (192 Nm) @ 4800 rpm
Top speed130 mph (210 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City20 mpg (12 l/100 km)
Fuel tank17.2 gal (65 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleCoupe
Doors2+2
Length175.0 in (4,445 mm)
Width66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height50.6 in (1,285 mm)
Curb weight2,646 lb (1,200 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,638 lb (1,650 kg)
Cargo volume8.5 cu ft (240 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveRear-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires205/55 R16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Nissan Silvia with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Nissan Silvia (S15) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 i 16V (165 hp) AutomaticGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.0 i 16V T (250 hp)Gasoline250 hp (184 kW)
2.0 i 16V T (250 hp) AutomaticGasoline250 hp (184 kW)

← All Nissan Silvia (S15) engines

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