NEW Nissan 240SX in the works

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by Dark

Actually, Nissan has VQ25HR in its Infiniti G25, but it's a V6 engine (some people might not like it). It has about 220hp and 180tq. If Nissan can implement DI, we can see power, tq and mpg increase. 2900lb would be acceptable if they use the engine with DI.

Edit: Same engine is 230hp and 190tq in different cars.

AGREED!!!'

But I fear the weight of the 2.5 V6 might be a lot more than the 2.5 I4 engine.

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by zigzagz94

Don't they also have the MR16DDT 1.6 liter turbo from the Juke with like 188hp and 177lb/ft of torque. If the car is light enough that could be a competitive option against the toyobaru twins.

They can up that engine to a 2.0 liter turbo also.

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by Draco-REX

They have their work cut out for them. The BRZ did just reopen this segment of the market, it blew it wide open. Every review has been amazed with the capabilities of the chassis. It won't be easy to replicate, especially for the same price. And if they try to win with power, both Subaru and Toyota have tons of FI experience that they can bring to bear.

I wish Nissan luck; the 240 was a good car. But this isn't a fight that can be won half-assed. Ultimately, like the STI and Evo, competition will make both parties stronger.

If this car came up just a bit short in the handling dept. of the FRS/BRZ but came up big in power, particularly torque then I can accept that over a slight edge in handling.

[zygrene]

If Nissan revives the 240SX or Silvia name, and Honda revives the spirit of the S2000 in a sub-$30k car, I will go nuts. Good job Subaru for bringing some enthusiasm back into the market.

[gdi2290]

awesome

[Mr.Jay]

Nissan is up to something thats for sure

they have trademarked a few interested names for the G series

G35h, G30t and G22d

I can't see why they wouldn't make a smaller RWD car since thats prob what got them a lot of fans were their small rwd cars

[Draco-REX]

Originally Posted by SUB-FT86

If this car came up just a bit short in the handling dept. of the FRS/BRZ but came up big in power, particularly torque then I can accept that over a slight edge in handling.

And if there were rumors of a Turbocharged or Supercharged FT in the works?

If Nissan does this, and they don't let the design creep get out of control, this could make for a great era of small, light, sportscars.

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by Draco-REX

And if there were rumors of a Turbocharged or Supercharged FT in the works?

If Nissan does this, and they don't let the design creep get out of control, this could make for a great era of small, light, sportscars.

Hell if Subaru did a FA25 I would rather that over a turbocharged/supercharged Nissan competitor.

[Kimsey47]

Originally Posted by Oriental Life

Don't discount it, Datsun is back: http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/d...san-2012-03-20

Yeah, I threw that on there as if the FR-S gives Scion the push it was looking for in sales, then I could see Datsun being brought back to the US in a similar light!

[Snoopyalien24]

I want a 2.0L - 2.4L no V6's please... Gas aint cheap meng!

[Mitch]

Originally Posted by Snoopyalien24

I want a 2.0L - 2.4L no V6's please... Gas aint cheap meng!

I'd rather have an I6. So balanced and smooth.

[ichitaka05]

Originally Posted by Mitch

I'd rather have an I6. So balanced and smooth.

I6 ain't gonna happen

[DIG1992]

The 370Z is already below 30k so I can see the next 240 replacement maybe closer to the frs in price in the 24k area

[ZetaVI]

I'm really hoping Nissan would rival the FR-S/BRZ. C'mon.