The Nissan Stagea is a station wagon which was originally produced by Nissan in 1996. There are 3 different versions of the Stagea, Series 1 (1996 to late 1998), Series 2 (late 1998 to 2001) and the M35 (2001 to current).
The Series I came with a 2.5 liters, DOHC, 24-valve, turbocharged engine. It was rated at 173kW @ 6400rpm, and a torque of 275Nm @ 4800rpm .It also had Electronically-controlled four-speed automatic with overdrive, and electronic lock-up torque converter. The car was electronically-controlled four wheel drive; there was no manual option in the Series.
Series II was basically the same as the Series I. it was equipped with a 2.5 liters, DOHC, 24-valve, turbocharged engine, rated at 206kW @ 6400rpm and 333Nm @ 3200rpm. It was an electronically-controlled, four-speed automatic with overdrive and electronic lock-up torque converter. Series 3 M35 looks completely different from previous models. The engine was changed from the RB series I6 to the VQ series V6.
All Stageas have power windows, power mirrors, driver's and passenger’s SRS airbags, climate control air-conditioning, electronic odometer and dual trip-meters. Buyers also get leather steering wheel, front fog lamps, and a rear window wiper. In addition, the steering wheel on all models is tilt-adjustable.
Special versions of the Series 1 and 2 were also produced by Autech. These are fitted with a four wheel drive system from the Skyline GTR, along with the 5 speed manual. The body is also sturdier. These cars are very rare and fetch a high price.
