Nissan Sylphy 1.6 SSS DIG-T (A) Review
12 Nov 2014|39,522 views
With unpredictable market conditions in Singapore, car manufacturers are finding it hard to bring in newer and nicer cars, in an event that the cars are unable to sell as well as they would like them to.
Thus, in order to keep things fun and fresh, carmakers are adding optional features such as bodykits and spoilers as standard on more popular cars. Volkswagen has done it with the Jetta, Toyota tried the same formula with the Camry and, now, Nissan is doing it with its well-received Sylphy.
Not only has the touchscreen been upsized and upgraded, the cabin now sports brushed metal trims
Up close and Personal
Enhancements on its sheet metal, although slight, are relatively obvious. Bodykit, side skirts as well as a rear spoiler have been added onto the car, giving the car the opportunity to steer away from the 'boring' persona.
The dimensions of the car still remain at 4,625mm, 1,760mm and 1,495mm (L x W x H), but because of the add-ons, the car appears to have a more hunkered down stance than the regular Sylphy.
Thus, in order to keep things fun and fresh, carmakers are adding optional features such as bodykits and spoilers as standard on more popular cars. Volkswagen has done it with the Jetta, Toyota tried the same formula with the Camry and, now, Nissan is doing it with its well-received Sylphy.
Up close and Personal
Enhancements on its sheet metal, although slight, are relatively obvious. Bodykit, side skirts as well as a rear spoiler have been added onto the car, giving the car the opportunity to steer away from the 'boring' persona.
The dimensions of the car still remain at 4,625mm, 1,760mm and 1,495mm (L x W x H), but because of the add-ons, the car appears to have a more hunkered down stance than the regular Sylphy.
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17-inch lightweight alloy rims have also been added to the car, which certainly better fill the wheel arches than the standard 16-inch wheels on the regular model.
Unlike the outside, changes on the inside aren't as apparent. What used to be cladded in wooden trims and plastics on the centre console and side door handle have been substituted to brushed metal trim. While that's something to boast about on paper, the difference isn't as easily noticeable as say an upholstery upgrade from fabric to leather.
More obvious, however, is the locally fitted standard 7.8-inch touchscreen, which has been upsized and upgraded from the minute 4.3-inch.
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Drivetrain
In this case, rather than chasing headline numbers, it seems Nissan has decided to focus on sharpening the Sylphy's engine response.
On the go, the Sylphy is certainly perkier than before. Sporting the same turbocharged 1.6-litre powerplant as the Nissan Juke crossover, the increment of 74 horses and 86Nm of torque over the regular Sylphy to 190bhp and 240Nm respectively can certainly be felt from the word go. As a result, the boredom of driving the car with the CVT transmission is better masked, too.
The 1.6-litre turbocharged engine here produces even more power and torque than the bigger 1.8-litre Sylphy
Still, it will neither set a trail of fire on the road as you floor the accelerator off the line nor will it give you sufficient feedback from the steering wheel. What it will do, though, is provide you with a silky smooth drive abidingly and agreeably, which is probably the most important factor you should be considering if the Sylphy is in your car buying list.
In this case, rather than chasing headline numbers, it seems Nissan has decided to focus on sharpening the Sylphy's engine response.
On the go, the Sylphy is certainly perkier than before. Sporting the same turbocharged 1.6-litre powerplant as the Nissan Juke crossover, the increment of 74 horses and 86Nm of torque over the regular Sylphy to 190bhp and 240Nm respectively can certainly be felt from the word go. As a result, the boredom of driving the car with the CVT transmission is better masked, too.
Still, it will neither set a trail of fire on the road as you floor the accelerator off the line nor will it give you sufficient feedback from the steering wheel. What it will do, though, is provide you with a silky smooth drive abidingly and agreeably, which is probably the most important factor you should be considering if the Sylphy is in your car buying list.
Conclusion
Yes, this particular variant may be a Cat B model, but with a difference that's not more than ten grand between Cat A and Cat B (6th Nov 2014), we reckon it's irrelevant in this case because despite its elongated name, this model has all its highlights in tact. From ample space and comfortable benches to decent good looks and a silky drivetrain, this car has definitely closed the gap between itself and its competitors.
Despite being equipped with bigger 17-inch wheels, ride quality isn't compromised
No doubt it'll cost you some $30,000 more than the regular Sylphy, but it's safe to say it'll be money well spent.
Yes, this particular variant may be a Cat B model, but with a difference that's not more than ten grand between Cat A and Cat B (6th Nov 2014), we reckon it's irrelevant in this case because despite its elongated name, this model has all its highlights in tact. From ample space and comfortable benches to decent good looks and a silky drivetrain, this car has definitely closed the gap between itself and its competitors.
No doubt it'll cost you some $30,000 more than the regular Sylphy, but it's safe to say it'll be money well spent.
With unpredictable market conditions in Singapore, car manufacturers are finding it hard to bring in newer and nicer cars, in an event that the cars are unable to sell as well as they would like them to.
Thus, in order to keep things fun and fresh, carmakers are adding optional features such as bodykits and spoilers as standard on more popular cars. Volkswagen has done it with the Jetta, Toyota tried the same formula with the Camry and, now, Nissan is doing it with its well-received Sylphy.
Up close and Personal
Enhancements on its sheet metal, although slight, are relatively obvious. Bodykit, side skirts as well as a rear spoiler have been added onto the car, giving the car the opportunity to steer away from the 'boring' persona.
The dimensions of the car still remain at 4,625mm, 1,760mm and 1,495mm (L x W x H), but because of the add-ons, the car appears to have a more hunkered down stance than the regular Sylphy.
Thus, in order to keep things fun and fresh, carmakers are adding optional features such as bodykits and spoilers as standard on more popular cars. Volkswagen has done it with the Jetta, Toyota tried the same formula with the Camry and, now, Nissan is doing it with its well-received Sylphy.
Up close and Personal
Enhancements on its sheet metal, although slight, are relatively obvious. Bodykit, side skirts as well as a rear spoiler have been added onto the car, giving the car the opportunity to steer away from the 'boring' persona.
The dimensions of the car still remain at 4,625mm, 1,760mm and 1,495mm (L x W x H), but because of the add-ons, the car appears to have a more hunkered down stance than the regular Sylphy.
17-inch lightweight alloy rims have also been added to the car, which certainly better fill the wheel arches than the standard 16-inch wheels on the regular model.
Unlike the outside, changes on the inside aren't as apparent. What used to be cladded in wooden trims and plastics on the centre console and side door handle have been substituted to brushed metal trim. While that's something to boast about on paper, the difference isn't as easily noticeable as say an upholstery upgrade from fabric to leather.
More obvious, however, is the locally fitted standard 7.8-inch touchscreen, which has been upsized and upgraded from the minute 4.3-inch.
Unlike the outside, changes on the inside aren't as apparent. What used to be cladded in wooden trims and plastics on the centre console and side door handle have been substituted to brushed metal trim. While that's something to boast about on paper, the difference isn't as easily noticeable as say an upholstery upgrade from fabric to leather.
More obvious, however, is the locally fitted standard 7.8-inch touchscreen, which has been upsized and upgraded from the minute 4.3-inch.
Drivetrain
In this case, rather than chasing headline numbers, it seems Nissan has decided to focus on sharpening the Sylphy's engine response.
On the go, the Sylphy is certainly perkier than before. Sporting the same turbocharged 1.6-litre powerplant as the Nissan Juke crossover, the increment of 74 horses and 86Nm of torque over the regular Sylphy to 190bhp and 240Nm respectively can certainly be felt from the word go. As a result, the boredom of driving the car with the CVT transmission is better masked, too.
Still, it will neither set a trail of fire on the road as you floor the accelerator off the line nor will it give you sufficient feedback from the steering wheel. What it will do, though, is provide you with a silky smooth drive abidingly and agreeably, which is probably the most important factor you should be considering if the Sylphy is in your car buying list.
In this case, rather than chasing headline numbers, it seems Nissan has decided to focus on sharpening the Sylphy's engine response.
On the go, the Sylphy is certainly perkier than before. Sporting the same turbocharged 1.6-litre powerplant as the Nissan Juke crossover, the increment of 74 horses and 86Nm of torque over the regular Sylphy to 190bhp and 240Nm respectively can certainly be felt from the word go. As a result, the boredom of driving the car with the CVT transmission is better masked, too.
Still, it will neither set a trail of fire on the road as you floor the accelerator off the line nor will it give you sufficient feedback from the steering wheel. What it will do, though, is provide you with a silky smooth drive abidingly and agreeably, which is probably the most important factor you should be considering if the Sylphy is in your car buying list.
Conclusion
Yes, this particular variant may be a Cat B model, but with a difference that's not more than ten grand between Cat A and Cat B (6th Nov 2014), we reckon it's irrelevant in this case because despite its elongated name, this model has all its highlights in tact. From ample space and comfortable benches to decent good looks and a silky drivetrain, this car has definitely closed the gap between itself and its competitors.
No doubt it'll cost you some $30,000 more than the regular Sylphy, but it's safe to say it'll be money well spent.
Yes, this particular variant may be a Cat B model, but with a difference that's not more than ten grand between Cat A and Cat B (6th Nov 2014), we reckon it's irrelevant in this case because despite its elongated name, this model has all its highlights in tact. From ample space and comfortable benches to decent good looks and a silky drivetrain, this car has definitely closed the gap between itself and its competitors.
No doubt it'll cost you some $30,000 more than the regular Sylphy, but it's safe to say it'll be money well spent.
Photos by Julian Kho
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Car Information
Nissan Sylphy 1.6 SSS DIG-T (A)
CAT B|Petrol|12.8km/L
Horsepower
140kW (188 bhp)
Torque
240 Nm
Acceleration
8.4sec (0-100km /hr)
This model is no longer being sold by local distributor
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