How Many Generations of Sylphy Are There?

[DeDakota]

Sylphy has 14 generations, and it is a compact car. Taking the 2021 Sylphy as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4631mm, width 1760mm, height 1503mm, wheelbase 2700mm, fuel tank capacity 50L, and curb weight 1188kg. The 2021 Sylphy features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 122PS, maximum torque of 155Nm, and maximum power of 90kW, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

[OAmelia]

I remember when I first learned about the Nissan Sylphy, I looked up its history. As Nissan's classic family sedan, the Sylphy has a clear generational lineage. Starting from the first-generation Bluebird in 1959, to its official independent naming as Sylphy in 2000, and up to the latest CMF platform model in 2019, it has undergone a total of 14 generations. Just the domestically produced Sylphy alone has seen three distinct generational changes: the 2006 model with its rounded design, the 2012 model with more angular lines, and the 2019 generation featuring a V-Motion front grille and floating touchscreen—each iteration precisely meeting family users' needs. Every update focuses on improving space and fuel efficiency, like the 2012 model's 50mm wheelbase extension and the 2019 generation's standard active safety systems. No wonder it consistently tops sales charts.

[LeStephen]

Pay special attention to generational distinctions when evaluating used Nissan Sylphys. The domestic Sylphy has undergone only three major generational changes: the first generation spanned from 2006 to 2012, equipped with the MR20 engine paired with a 4AT transmission. The 2012 redesign introduced the "New Sylphy," featuring a lengthened body and a CVT. The 14th generation launched in 2019 embraced a more youthful design, with a lowered roofline and the third-generation HR16 1.6L engine. Confusingly, there were also "Classic" special editions that blurred generational lines. Most intriguing are the chassis code changes: G11 denotes the first domestic generation, B17 the second, while the current HR14 utilizes the Renault-Nissan CMF platform, delivering notably improved handling stability.

[VonLukas]

My friend who runs a repair shop always talks about the generational features of the Sylphy. The common ones on the road can be roughly divided into three groups: the 2006 model with round headlights and a silver grille; the 2012 facelift with pointed headlight corners; and the latest models all feature a V-shaped chrome front grille. The most typical change is the instrument cluster—the first generation had dual circular mechanical dials, the 2012 model changed to binnacle-style dials, and the 2019 model directly adopted a 7-inch LCD screen. The key mechanical points also differ: the early MR20 engine was prone to valve cover gasket oil leaks, the post-2012 HR16 engine chain was redesigned for quiet operation, and the current 1.6L engine features mirror-finish sprayed cylinder bore technology, which is fuel-efficient but more challenging to repair.