Is the Old Sunny 2.0 an Imported Car?
2 Answers
The Old Sunny 2.0 is not an imported car. The engine of the 2004 Old Sunny 2.0 was imported, but the car itself was produced by Dongfeng Nissan. Taking the 2016 Sunny as an example, its dimensions are 4456mm in length, 1696mm in width, and 1514mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2600mm, a minimum ground clearance of 116mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 41 liters. The 2016 Sunny is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 82kW and a maximum torque of 139Nm, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission. The 2016 Sunny features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension.
The Sunny 2.0L model is mainly produced locally by Dongfeng Nissan in China, not an imported product. I've been driving for almost 20 years, and indeed there were some imported prototypes of the Sunny in the early days. However, due to localization policies, Dongfeng Nissan took over the production of this model, which reduced costs and made maintenance more convenient. The advantage of domestic production is that parts are easier to find and more affordable, unlike imported cars where you have to wait for parts that cost twice as much. If you want to check whether your car is imported, just look at the vehicle nameplate or VIN code to identify the origin code—those made in China usually start with 'L'. As a long-time owner, I feel this car is quite sturdy, with decent fuel consumption, making it very suitable for city driving. However, if you're buying a used one now, be extra cautious, as some dealers might hype it up as imported to inflate the price when it's mostly domestically produced. Overall, safety comes first when driving—whether domestic or imported, the car performs just as well, as long as maintenance is done properly.
