Nissan Cedric - Seventh Generation Y31

Seventh Generation Y31

For private use, the Y31 was built from late 1987 through 1991, available as either Sedan or Hardtop versions. The sporty GranTurismo SV version has short bumpers with body kit, and powered by 2.0-liter VG20DET engine. The Sedan version of the Y31 received a light facelift at the launch of the Hardtop Y32, and is still in production up to this day for Japanese rental fleet and taxi markets.

The vehicle's air conditioning could be adjusted by a infrared remote-controlled hand held unit from the rear seat, located in a separate compartment attached on top of the rear armrest at the front. Separate air conditioning and heating vents were provided for rear seat passengers. In June 1989 the Nissan Cedric with the VG20DET offered the world's first full range electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission. At the same time, the engine received an intercooler and a resulting power increase from 185 to 210 PS (136 to 154 kW).

Trim levels are Standard, Custom, Super Custom, Classic, Classic SV, and Brougham VIP. There was also a limited edition long-wheelbase model built by Autech.

The wagon and van versions of the previous Y30 Cedric remained in production for a while alongside the Y31 sedan and Y32/Y33 Hardtops. The wagon finally ended its run in August 1999.

In 1991, a sedan version for fleet use was released. It was given the internal codename YPY31. The YPY31 was essentially a trimmed-down version of the Y31. All luxury features were removed, and PVC was used in favour of leather. The YPY31 is still in production, and was last updated in 2005.

Engines:

• 2.0 L VG20E (VG20P LPG version until 2007.07)
• 2.0 L VG20DET (turbocharged)
• 3.0 L VG30E
• 3.0 L VG30DE (DOHC)
• 3.0 L VG30DET (turbocharged)
• 2.0 L RB20P 6-cylinder LPG (until 2002.06)
• 2.0 L CA20P 4-cylinder LPG (1987-1991.06)
• 2.0 L NA20P/PE 4-cylinder LPG (since 1991.06, NA20PE from 2010.09)
• 2.5 L TD25 4-cylinder diesel (Asian exports only)
• 2.7 L TD27 4-cylinder diesel (Asian exports only, until 2000)
• 2.8 L RD28 diesel, 94 PS (69 kW) at 4,800 rpm (until 1999.08)
• 2.8 L RD28E diesel, 100 PS (74 kW) at 4,800 rpm (1999.08-2002.06)