Misplaced Pages

#611388

44-580: The Nissan Caravan is a light commercial van designed for use as a fleet vehicle or cargo van and manufactured by Nissan since 1973. Between 1976 and 1997, a rebadged version of the Caravan sold as the Nissan Homy , which was introduced as an independent model in 1965. Outside Japan, the Caravan was also sold as either the Nissan Urvan or Nissan King Van , or earlier with Datsun badging. Prior to 1973,

88-655: A cabover approach to maximize interior space while remaining within defined exterior dimensions. Nissan's largest passenger van (or minibus) is the Nissan Civilian , introduced in 1959, and their smaller platform was the Nissan Vanette . The Prince Homy (B640) was the passenger van version of the Prince Homer light duty truck, and had a seating capacity of up to 15 people. In 1966 as the Prince-Nissan merger began, it

132-445: A dedicated commercial vehicle network for heavy and light commercial vehicles, Volkswagen, whose franchised dealers usually have standalone van centres, Iveco, and Isuzu Truck. Isuzu Truck market commercial vehicles up to 18 tonnes GVW and Iveco market their heavy truck range with their Daily van to complement this. Many franchised dealers also retail used LCVs, with the poorer quality examples sent to specialist auctions for sale. There

176-498: A new look with four square headlights. An LWB DX ten-seater version was also added. In January 1985, six and nine-passenger van versions were added. Diesel versions received improved pre-heating systems and safety equipment was improved. Manual petrol versions were now all five-speed units. An eight-seater "SGL Silk Road Limited" also joined the lineup in May. In September 1986, the E23 was replaced by

220-718: A one-star rating on the ANCAP crash test. Mexico was the only North American country to receive the Nissan Caravan vans. 2010 was the last year for this generation in Mexico, as the US-built Nissan NV replaces it. At the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show , a replacement of the Nissan Caravan, called the NV350 Caravan, was premiered. It went on sale on 15 June 2012 with diesel engine and super long body variants went on sale on 13 July 2012, and

264-624: A previously built product called the Nissan Caball as a cabover truck and cargo van, but had replaced it with the Homy. The E20 series Caravan and Urvan van and minibus were manufactured from February 1973 with seating configurations for three, five, seven, and up to 10 passengers. It was exclusive in Japan to Nissan Store , while its twin the Nissan Homy was exclusive to Nissan Prince Store locations. It

308-400: A regular car license without the need for an Operator's License . The speed restriction is higher than heavy goods vehicles: 60 MPH on dual carriageways and up to 70 MPH on motorways. Qualifying light commercial vehicles include pickup trucks , vans and three-wheelers – all commercially based goods or passenger carrier vehicles. The LCV concept was created as a compact truck and

352-529: A small side window mounted in the front doors of the Caravan/Homy. Engines were all carryover four-cylinders, ranging from the J16 and H20 pushrod items, via the overhead cam Z20S , and an upgraded SD22 diesel. The van versions were now designed to allow access to the loading area from the passenger compartment. Radial tires were optional. The diesel also benefitted from a new five-speed manual gearbox, while

396-548: Is a 1.8 L engine that was used in various Nissan models built in Mexico from the mid-1980s until the mid-1990s. Bore and stroke are 80.5 mm × 86.0 mm (3.17 in × 3.39 in), for an overall displacement of 1,751 cc (1.75 L; 107 cu in) and a power output of 89 hp (66 kW) with a Nikki window carburetor. The J20 is a 2.0 L (1,973 cc) inline-six engine. Bore and stroke are 73 mm × 78.6 mm (2.87 in × 3.09 in). It produces 109 hp (81 kW) and

440-450: Is a large network of independent used commercial vehicle retailers who retail thousands of used commercial vehicles every month. LCV dealers are increasingly using the Internet to help sell their vehicles in addition to the traditional print media. Nissan J engine The Nissan J series are straight-4 and straight-6 gasoline internal combustion engines produced by Nissan from

484-457: Is usually optimised to be tough-built, have low operating costs and powerful yet fuel efficient engines, and to be used in intra-city operations. All of the above light commercial vehicles are sold through dealer networks. Usually, a car dealer will have a franchise for the sale of a manufacturer's cars and the LCVs will be sold as an addition. The exceptions to these are Mercedes-Benz, which has

SECTION 10

#1733086010612

528-450: The "J" engine by Nissan, but it shares nothing with the original J20 even though it is also a two-liter engine. An OHV engine of 1.3 L; 79.3 cu in (1,299 cc), the J13 was used in the 1965-1967 Datsun 411 sedan and wagon (originally only in the sporting "SS" series). Bore and stroke are 73 mm × 77.6 mm (2.87 in × 3.06 in). It was also produced for

572-653: The "Regulations on Beijing Road Traffic Management" and the "Regulations on the Implementation of the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Air Pollution," such vehicles still in service are not allowed to enter Beijing after 10 May 2001 as part of an effort to combat air pollution. The E24 version was built from 1986 until 2001 and underwent two major facelifts, in 1990 and 1995. In some Scandinavian markets,

616-512: The 1960s through the 1980s. It is similar to the BMC B-Series engine that was built in Japan under licence as the Nissan 1H before being de-stroked to become the 1.0 L Nissan C and 1.2 L Nissan E engines, but wasn't a direct copy. A version of Volkswagen's two-litre, "JL" five-cylinder engine was used in the ( Nissan ) Volkswagen Santana with 110–140 PS (81–103 kW) and was called

660-544: The 1970s and 1980s. It was also used in certain sedans like the 710 . It was also used in the PA321 Datsun Cabstar . Bore and stroke are 78 mm × 77.6 mm (3.07 in × 3.06 in) for a displacement of 1.5 L (1,483 cc). The J15 produces 77 PS (57 kW; 76 hp). Max torque at 3400rpm with 12.0 kg. A 1.6 L (1,567 cc) iteration of the OHV J-series four cylinders

704-564: The Caravan's twin, the Homy, had been offered as a standalone generation from 1965 until 1976. The Homy was built and sold by the Prince Motor Company before the merger of Nissan in 1965 and the Homy was the first vehicle to be acquired by Nissan. After the merger in August 1966, because Nissan didn't have a large passenger platform, the Prince Homy was " badge engineered " as the Caravan, and

748-510: The Datsun 520 and 521 trucks from 1967 to 1969 when it was replaced by the Nissan L engine . Mexican-assembled Bluebird 510s also received the J13 engine. The J13 was rated at 67 PS (49 kW; 66 hp). The J13 was bored out to produce the J15, which was introduced in the Datsun 521 truck in 1969 and saw use in various Nissan pickup trucks like the 620 and 720 in various overseas markets through

792-682: The E24 series was marketed as the "King Van", to tie it in with the popular "King Cab" version of Nissan's D21 pickup truck . Originally, petrol-equipped Caravans had the Z20 engine while commercial diesels had the 2.3-liter, naturally aspirated TD23 and the Coach (passenger version) the LD20T II turbo-diesel . With the October 1990 facelift this was switched to the NA20S . At

836-592: The Fuso Canter Van. Two versions are offered, the van and microbus. This generation (E26) is sold in Mexico as the NV350 Urvan. The second facelift Caravan was launched for the Japanese market on 20 October 2021. It features the new flat-bottom steering wheel, while the layout of the dashboard remains the same. High-trim variants also get automatic climate control, a touchscreen infotainment system, and copper accents on

880-519: The Isuzu Como on the Japanese market as well. The NV350 Caravan received its first facelift on 13 July 2017 and its second facelift on 20 October 2021, when it was renamed back to Nissan Caravan. In the Philippines, the NV350 Caravan (E26) was introduced on 11 June 2015 and is known as the NV350 Urvan. The NV350 Urvan is imported from Japan rather than being assembled locally. It is offered in five models:

924-551: The air-conditioning vents. The second facelift Caravan also comes with the latest version of the Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety suite of technology. As a result, lane departure warning, intelligent emergency brake, and intelligent around-view monitor are just some of the features that come standard on the second facelift Caravan. Subsequent to the OEM deal with Mitsubishi, Nissan also added Mitsubishi's 4N16 diesel engine at

SECTION 20

#1733086010612

968-409: The base-grade 3-seater Cargo, the base-line 15-seater and 18-seater Standard, the mid-range 12-seater, and the high-end 10-seater Super Elite. In May 2017, the base-top-of-the-line Premium was launched. It is a 15-seater model, available with 5-speed manual and 5-speed automatic transmissions, being the first ever Urvan in the Philippines that comes with a standard automatic transmission . In March 2018,

1012-465: The brand name was changed from Prince to Nissan. The merger was complete by 1970. It shared a chassis with the Prince Homer , a medium-duty cabover pickup truck. The second generation Homy of 1976, was marketed as a twin to the 1973-era Nissan Caravan, sold at the Nissan Prince Store dealerships, while the Caravan was exclusive to Nissan Store locations. The first generation series B640 which

1056-462: The fourth generation E24. The Homy and its Caravan twin received their first full model change since the Homy was introduced in 1965. The engine was the 2.0-liter inline-four LD20T turbo diesel. The TD23 inline-four was also available. FAW Jiefang made a clone of the E24 known as the CA 6440. Production started in 1994, having a Chrysler-based CA488 engine with a 5-speed manual transmission. According to

1100-399: The high-top-of-the-line 8-seater Premium S was launched, it is also offered with either a 5-speed manual or an automatic transmission. On 11 September 2013, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd reached a basic agreement regarding original equipment manufacturer supply of finished commercial vans for export, whereby Nissan would supply NV350 Urvans to be sold as

1144-640: The lineup. For the Philippine market, the Urvan retains the YD25DDTi diesel engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission for all models and 5-speed automatic transmission which is only available for the GX and Premium grades. Light commercial vehicle In the UK, light haulage is a restricted-weight delivery service where the maximum permitted gross vehicle weight rating without

1188-596: The naturally aspirated QD32 diesel remained. The Homy received its second full model change in September 1986 and was given the 2.0-liter Z20 engine, as well as the LD20T turbo-diesel. The model code was now E24. In October 1987, four-wheel drive was added to the 2.7-liter TD27 engine. In March 1988, the premium grade "GT Limousine" was offered with the VG30E alongside the 2.7-liter turbo-diesel. Yearly grade changes continued for

1232-422: The need of an operator's license is also up to 3.5 tonnes. Usually light haulage excludes a distribution center as the majority of deliveries are direct. A delivery may consist of a single, multiple or priority urgent load and can be either same day or next day delivery. The vehicle (as long as it doesn't exceed the 3.5 T gross vehicle weight) does not require a tachograph and can also be driven by people with

1276-457: The new luxury GL version offered an optional "Nissanmatic" automatic transmission as well as power steering, comfortable rotating rear seats and air conditioning. In July 1981, a luxurious SGL "Silk Road" version was added. At the 1981 Tokyo Motor Show , two concept Caravans designed to provide limousine-like accommodation for businessmen were shown, the Royal and Elgrand Royal Line. The Elgrand name

1320-635: The rest of the generation, adding items like cruise control, digital speedometers, larger wheels, upgraded interior and upholstery. August 1995 saw the addition of a rebadged Homy sold as the Isuzu Fargo , using the TD27ETi diesel engine. The Homy Coach was replaced by the Nissan Elgrand in 1997 when the Nissan Prince Store Japanese dealerships were renamed Nissan Red Stage and vehicle overlap

1364-569: The same time, an intercooled version ( TD27Ti ) of the 2.7-liter turbo-diesel replaced the TD27T in most applications. The facelift consisted of a new grille (not on the DX) and new larger tail lights (excluding the DX and GL models). In August 1995, there was another facelift, mostly consisting of another new grille. The TD27Ti was upgraded to the electronically controlled TD27ETi . The large QD32 four-cylinder diesel

Nissan Caravan - Misplaced Pages Continue

1408-525: The smaller Vanette as the Caravan grew in dimensions and market positioning. In South Africa the second generation E20 was made all the way to 1996 with 77,000 units sold, it received a few upgrades including redesigned bumpers from 1984 and square headlights, 5-speed gearbox and the H20 engine was replaced by an L18 motor with twin Hitachi carburetors from 1981 till final production in 1996. The second generation Homy

1452-455: The time of the facelift. This was coupled to a new, 7-speed automatic transmission. In the Philippines, the facelifted Caravan was introduced on 24 October 2022 as the Urvan. It is offered in five grades: the entry-level 3-seater Cargo (Hi-roof), the mid-grade 15-seater and 18-seater Standard (Normal roof), the high-end 3-seater GX (Hi-roof), and the top-spec 15-seater Premium (Hi-roof). 12-seater, Super Elite and Premium S grades were removed from

1496-495: The turbocharged LD20T diesel. The luxurious "Silk Road" version, with seven captain seats, was only available with the LD20T . This engine passed the 1982 emissions standards for diesel cars. To meet the 1981 emissions standards for petrol cars, coach versions replaced the H20 engine with the new carbureted Z18S and 105 PS (77 kW) Z20S . In April 1983, there was another light facelift, with SGL and GL versions receiving

1540-474: The wide version model arrived in winter 2012. The new NV350 Caravan comes with the all new YD25DDTi engine with clean diesel technology. Most petrol engines take advantage of its fuel saving technology for class leading fuel economy, for example the QR20DE . Those engines achieved either a 10 or 5 percent improvement in fuel economy over Japan's 2015 fuel economy standard. The NV350 Caravan continues to be sold as

1584-419: Was a rebadged Caravan sold through Nissan Prince Stores; there were no mechanical differences between the two. The third generation Nissan Urvan/Caravan, the E23 series, was introduced in August 1980. As before, the Homy, sold through Prince dealerships, was its twin model, set apart by a different grille. The Cabstar and Homer shared much of the bodywork, with the main differences being the frontal treatment and

1628-462: Was added to automatic-equipped van models in 1996; it produces 100 PS (74 kW) from 3153 cc. In May 1997, commercial models were upgraded so as to match the changes already introduced on the Coach models. In June 1999, the passenger models (and Homy nameplate) were discontinued and the engine lineup changed: petrol options were now 2.0 and 2.4-liter Twin cam engines from the KA series , while only

1672-461: Was also built, mainly for utility vehicles. Bore and stroke are 78 mm × 82 mm (3.07 in × 3.23 in) for a total displacement of 1.6 L (1,567 cc). This engine was also installed by Nissan's Taiwanese partner Yue Loong in several iterations of the Nissan Violet, long after Nissan themselves had stopped using OHV engines in passenger cars. Applications: The J18

1716-459: Was changed to Nissan series T20 was built from 1965 to 1976, the second generation E20 was built from 1976 to 1980, and the third generation E23 was built from 1980 to 1986. The final generation E24 was built from 1986 to 1999, and replaced by the Nissan Elgrand . Mechanically, the Nissan Caravan and the Nissan Homy were identical. Its traditional competitor from Toyota is the HiAce . All generations use

1760-466: Was especially popular in Europe, and was again very popular with fire departments and as ambulances in certain countries. It had a somewhat difficult handling, as it was heavy to steer, and was not available with power steering. Also, the gear shifter was located at the floor and went all the way up to the height of the hand, and had a slight curve. The gear shifter was nearly 80 cm (2.6 ft) long, so it

1804-675: Was initially called the Nissan Homy Prince, sharing load carrying duties with the Prince Skyway , and Prince Gloria station wagons; the Prince name became a dealership network within the Nissan organization in 1970. The Nissan Homy received the T20 model code, and in 1972, the vehicle was reclassified as a commercial vehicle, in order to comply with the 1970 Japanese road traffic law. Nissan had integrated

Nissan Caravan - Misplaced Pages Continue

1848-469: Was somewhat clumsy to shift, but it came with five gears, unusual in Europe at that time. It was delivered with a 1.5- and 2.0-liter petrol engines, as well as a 2.2-liter diesel unit. It was produced until replaced by the E23 Caravan in August 1980. In export markets the first and second generations were called Datsun Urvan, until the Nissan brand replaced it worldwide in 1983 and 1984. In 1978, Nissan added

1892-670: Was streamlined. The Homy badge, first used in 1965, remained in use for commercial models until it, too, was cancelled in June 1999 as the Homy/Caravan lineups were merged. Nissan produced the E25 series from April 2001 to 2012. It was also sold as the Isuzu Como on the Japanese market, replacing the last generation Isuzu Fargo which was a rebadged version of the E24 Caravan. The New Zealand Urvan received

1936-400: Was to be adopted for a series of luxurious minivans, beginning in 1997. In May 1982, the Caravan underwent a minor facelift, losing the ventilation window in the front doors, receiving a new dashboard and a new five-bearing SD23 diesel engine replacing the previous SD22 . Radial tires became standard for all but the cheapest versions. For more power, coach versions also became available with

#611388