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1988-1993 Nissan Silvia S13

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  • Canada Eligibilty: 2003
  • The S13 Silvia, introduced in mid-1988 for the 1989 model year, was immensely popular in Japan. The S13 was one of the first uses of Nissan's multi-link rear suspension, the technology of which was previewed in concept cars in previous years, such as the Nissan MID4. It also offered a four-wheel steering system for the first time, known as HICAS-II. In 1990, HICAS-II was updated and renamed SuperHICAS. The S13 also saw the introduction of a viscous-type limited slip differential for some models. S13 Silvias were initially powered by the CA18DE and CA18DET engines carried over from the end of S12 production, with an intercooler added to the CA18DET for a slight increase in stability and power. In mid 1990, (for the 1991 model year) the SR20DE and SR20DET engines debuted, offering improvements across the board in power and torque due to increased displacement and a more efficient turbocharger than was offered on the previous cars.
Drivetrains Engines Seats Stereos Sunroofs
  • Rear Wheel Drive
  • 2.0L Turbo 4 Cylinder (SR20DET)
  • 2.0L 4 Cylinder (SR20DE)
  • 1.8L Turbo 4 Cylinder (CA18DET)
  • 1.8L 4 Cylinder (CA18DE)
  • Cloth
  • Factory Radio
  • Fixed Sunroof
  • None
  • Transmissions TrimLevels Chassis Codes Seating Temperature Controls
  • 4 - speed automatic
  • 5 - speed manual
  • Diamond Selection
  • Almighty
  • K's HICAS II
  • Q's HICAS II
  • J's HICAS II
  • Convertible
  • Q's
  • K's
  • SuperHICAS
  • PS13
  • KPS13
  • S13
  • KS13
  • 5 passengers