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Nissan Pulsar 1998
This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Nissan Pulsar: Reliable, Sturdy engine, Full-sized spare
The 1998 Nissan Pulsar carries a braked towing capacity of up to 900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Nissan Pulsar 1998 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Nissan Pulsar 1998 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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How reliable is the N15 1998 Nissan Pulsar LX 1.6-litre five-speed manual?
In a nutshell, these were pretty reliable cars mechanically speaking. Simple and fairly rugged, they were not known to have any major, endemic problems.
The caveat is that they’re now nearly 25 years old, so the reliability of one today has a lot more to do with how it’s been serviced and maintained than its reputation back in the day. And because they were always a pretty cheap car, they were also a very cheap second-hand car and were bought by a lot of people who couldn’t afford to maintain them properly. So a lot of them are totally worn out now.
But if you can find one with some kind of service history and one that hasn’t had too many previous owners or has operated as a company fleet car, then you might be looking at a reliable little car that will cost peanuts to own and run.
Keep in mind, though, that the one area that budget cars of this era consistently fall down is in safety. This car lacks every modern driver aid we’ve come to rely upon, including ABS brakes and ESP. Even the driver’s air-bag was optional back in 1998. So if the car being bought for a young or inexperienced driver, you might want to think again.
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Nissan Pulsar 1998 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1998 Nissan Pulsar will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Nissan Pulsar vary from 14x5.5 inches to 15x6 inches.
| Nissan Pulsar Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Hatchback | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| Plus | Hatchback | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Hatchback | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | |
| Q | Hatchback | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Sedan | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | |
| Plus | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| SLX | Sedan | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | 185x65 R14 | 14x5.5 inches | |
Nissan Pulsar 1998 Price and Specs
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| Nissan Pulsar Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| Plus | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| Plus | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
| Plus | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| Plus | Sedan | 1.6L ULP 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,080 | |
Nissan Pulsar 1998 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1998 Nissan Pulsar is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Nissan Pulsar currently offers fuel consumption from 6.4 to 7.5L/100km. The Nissan Pulsar is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Nissan Pulsar Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.4L/100km | |
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.6L/100km | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.4L/100km | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 6.6L/100km | |
Nissan Pulsar 1998 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1998 Nissan Pulsar are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1690mm x 1395mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Nissan Pulsar Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Hatchback | 1395x1690x4120 mm | 142 mm | |
| Plus | Hatchback | 1395x1690x4120 mm | 142 mm | |
| Q | Hatchback | 1395x1690x4120 mm | 142 mm | |
| LX | Hatchback | 1395x1690x4320 mm | 142 mm | |
| LX | Sedan | 1395x1690x4320 mm | 142 mm | |
| Plus | Sedan | 1395x1690x4320 mm | 142 mm | |
| SLX | Sedan | 1395x1690x4320 mm | 142 mm | |
Nissan Pulsar 1998 Towing capacity
The Nissan Pulsar has maximum towing capacity of 900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Nissan Pulsar Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 900kg | |
| Plus | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 900kg | |
| Q | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 900kg | |
| LX | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 900kg | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 900kg | |
| Plus | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 900kg | |
| LX | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 900kg | |
| Plus | Sedan | 1.6L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 900kg | |