Tenth Generation Y34
| Also called | Nissan Gloria |
|---|---|
| Production | 1998–2004 |
| Body style | 4-door hardtop |
| Layout | FR layout/AWD |
| Engine | 2.5 L V6 VQ25DD LEV 2.5 L I-6 RB25DET 3.0 L V6 VQ30DD LEV 3.0 L V6 VQ30DET LEV |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm (110.2 in) |
| Length | 4,860 mm (191.3 in) |
| Width | 1,770 mm (69.7 in)) |
| Height | 1,440 mm (56.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,710 kg (3,800 lb) |
The Y34 entered production in 1998 and lasted through 2004.
The line-up consisted of the 250L and LV (naturally aspirated 2.5-litre V-6), 300LV (naturally aspirated 3-litre V-6) and 300LX/300VIP (3-litre turbo V-6), all with rear-wheel drive; additionally there was the 250L/LV Four featuring all-wheel-drive and a turbocharged version of Nissan's 2.5-litre inline six also seen in the Skyline. Direct injection is added to all V6 engines for improved performance and reduced emissions, signified by the "DD" designation in the engine model number. AWD is only available on vehicles equipped with the RB25DET engine. A CVT transmission was available on the 300 VIP-Z and 300 LX-ZS trim levels. Top level Cedrics are comparable to the parallel line Nissan Cima, which occupies a market slot just beneath the Nissan President. Autech released a special 40th anniversary version of the Cedric, with the VQ30DET engine.
Satellite guided navigation is added to this generation.
In October 2004, the last Cedric hardtop was built, after which it was replaced by the Nissan Fuga. The Cedric nameplate remains available on the Y31-series sedans, and is currently only available for commercial users.
Prices (in 1999) ranged from ¥3,110,000 for a base 250 L to ¥4,940,000 for the ultra-luxurious 300VIP.
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