General Introduction

The Nissan S-cargo was introduced in 1989 at The Tokyo Motor Show. It was conceptualized and built by a Nissan special projects group called, Pike Factory. Because of the rising prices on fuel, the interest to compact and more effective car increases. It is also called ‘Escargot’ it is a French word of snail because it has a shape like a snail.

Design

The Nissan S-cargo was designed more for looks and style, than performance and comfort. It has an exciting automatic retractable roof. The roof is stored completely in the trunk of the Nissan S-cargo. The roof comes with a double locking system, as well as a safety buzzer. It is unable to be powered while the car is in motion. The design of the body is a simple and it look like a snail, with a reception desk fender as well together with air-conditioner. As for entertainment, the Nissan S-cargo has a simple CD player.

Engine

Due to its small size, the Nissan S-cargo has a rather small engine. It has a 1.5 L gasoline 4-cylinder engine. It has a three speed automatic transmission and a horsepower raring of 75 at 6000 rpm’s. It is basic mission is to maximize the economy of fuel whatever the speed is.

Brakes

The car is equipped with ventilated front brakes, drum back ones and in addition the standard set includes the system which allows you to void blocking (ABS), the system of the brake electronic distributing (EBD), electro-strengthener.

Safety

The seat belts have front and rear tension reducers for impact safety. The front pillows of two working modes, lateral pillows which were redesigned for this model are included to the standard package of safety. In acquisition it can be equipped with the central checking pressure system for tires. If you’re looking for style over performance and comfort, you will do well with the turbocharged, super-mini, “Escargot” Nissan S-cargo. This car was built to impress with its looks, not its safety or performance record.



Performance

Compared to Suzuki Cappuccino and Daihatsu Coupe, it is equipped with an independent back pendant, longitudinal one is available in Nissan. Some regard it to be a kind of retreat, but in general the specialist from planning department assert admit that this technical solution will not have much effect on working description of the car. In addition it will make it more economical and accessible for service.

The Nissan S-cargo is a car, able to execute any task, possessing unbelievable combination of conduct, comfort, safety and equipment, comparing to the passenger cars, with possibilities of real hundred-per-cent off-road car.

Nissan quickly starts from a place, but on high turnovers, the engine begins loudly to be indignant. On a smooth road S-cargo moves softly and fluently, and at the lacks of traveling coverage of hanger bracket does not get along. The Nissan S-cargo the men of mature age acquire in Canada mainly. Specialists discovered – a middle buyer S-cargo is more senior, than auto proprietor Toyota Yaris, and approximately the same age, what buyer Honda Fit. In addition, J.D. Power marks – S-cargo attracts well-off people which can pay for a machine by cash. As practice shows, most cars in the same segment from competition brands are acquired in credit.

Other Features

In spite of the fact that the interior space was increased and the wheeled base being increased, the car became only 6 cm longer. It also became 10 cm higher compared to the previous versions. It allowed improving the visibility and entrance/output. The door knobs and lateral mirrors lateral mirrors are painted in the same color as the basket which make the car to look even more respectable. 15-inch disks are included to the standard configuration. 16-inch disks are included to the model 2.0.

What the critics say

The imposing exterior speaks very well for the Nissan S-cargo. The car is not very spacious and comfortable. It is the best choice for them who are economic. The work of engine is on the good and the pendant is very comfortable.