What is it?
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R
What's special about it?
The original Nissan SE-R (1991 to 1994) offered sporty performance at an affordable price. It has been missed. Nissan felt the love and today introduced an all-new SE-R Sedan. Now four doors instead of two, the new SE-R is based on the fifth-generation Sentra platform. Exterior styling enhancements include a beefy front bumper with aggressive air scoop, inset fog lamps, a trunk-mounted spoiler and large chrome exhaust tips. And it is even more performance-oriented than the original. Due in salesrooms this autumn, the 2002 SE-R will be available in two trim levels. The base SE-R boasts a 16-valve, 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine that produces a peppy 170 horsepower and 175 foot-pounds of torque. It will be available with either a five-speed manual shifter or a four-speed automatic; 16-inch alloy wheels; independent front suspension; and a sophisticated rear beam suspension. The top-of-the-line SE-R Spec V gets a road-ripping 180 horsepower and 180 foot-pounds of torque from the same engine. The gains are made with the use of a specially tuned exhaust system. Nissan estimates the Spec V will go from zero to 60 mph in about 7 seconds. The Spec V is also equipped with increased suspension spring rates, 17-inch alloy wheels, a six-speed manual transmission and helical limited-slip front differential. Both models have four-wheel disc brakes and dual front airbags. Available options include ABS, side-impact airbags, a security system and a nine-speaker, 280-watt Rockford Fosgate audio system.
Why should you care?
Any fans of the original SE-R (and they were legion) will love the fact that Nissan heard their pining. That vehicle was a favorite with the automotive media, import tuners and amateur racers. It's refreshing to think that corporations listen to consumers and produce cars they really want.
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R
What's special about it?
The original Nissan SE-R (1991 to 1994) offered sporty performance at an affordable price. It has been missed. Nissan felt the love and today introduced an all-new SE-R Sedan. Now four doors instead of two, the new SE-R is based on the fifth-generation Sentra platform. Exterior styling enhancements include a beefy front bumper with aggressive air scoop, inset fog lamps, a trunk-mounted spoiler and large chrome exhaust tips. And it is even more performance-oriented than the original. Due in salesrooms this autumn, the 2002 SE-R will be available in two trim levels. The base SE-R boasts a 16-valve, 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine that produces a peppy 170 horsepower and 175 foot-pounds of torque. It will be available with either a five-speed manual shifter or a four-speed automatic; 16-inch alloy wheels; independent front suspension; and a sophisticated rear beam suspension. The top-of-the-line SE-R Spec V gets a road-ripping 180 horsepower and 180 foot-pounds of torque from the same engine. The gains are made with the use of a specially tuned exhaust system. Nissan estimates the Spec V will go from zero to 60 mph in about 7 seconds. The Spec V is also equipped with increased suspension spring rates, 17-inch alloy wheels, a six-speed manual transmission and helical limited-slip front differential. Both models have four-wheel disc brakes and dual front airbags. Available options include ABS, side-impact airbags, a security system and a nine-speaker, 280-watt Rockford Fosgate audio system.
Why should you care?
Any fans of the original SE-R (and they were legion) will love the fact that Nissan heard their pining. That vehicle was a favorite with the automotive media, import tuners and amateur racers. It's refreshing to think that corporations listen to consumers and produce cars they really want.
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