Nissan 200 SX (94-01) - Review

Review by Ben Wall on
If this sleek coupe suffered from one thing, it was that it was too anonymous looking, although it does offer a taste of the Skyline supercar. It's good to drive with a refined 2.0 turbo unit, responsive handling and because it’s relatively unknown, it’s great value. Touring pack includes extra airbag, body kit, CD autochanger and leather seats. Both models received a twin air-duct grille, redesigned front bumper/fascia and remote audio controls in Oct 96 and look considerably better for it.
4 out of 5

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Safety

There is no traction control other than the driver's foot. One airbag is standard unless you get a Touring model which gets two and there is plenty of bodyshell to provide cushioning in an impact. An alarm and immobiliser are fitted.

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4 out of 5

Reliability

Many were bought by mature buyers and as such there are plenty which have been well looked after and offer excellent reliability. However there are also lots that have been thrashed about and modified and as such will be less reliable.

Car check problem points

Body

No major faults inherent in design, but watch for poorly repaired crash damage or badly rebuilt vehicles.

Engine/Gearbox

Blown turbos from abuse or lack of maintenance.

Other

General 'boy racer' wear and tear - tyres, shocks etc.