The Nissan Silvia Turbo R-X.G is the flagship luxury specification S12, loaded with features and technology not found on any other model in the S12 lineup. The R-X.G was available as a Coupe or Hatchback model shape and was equipped with the single cam CA18ET engine, ensuring the model didn't step on the toes of Nissan's flagship performance model, the Turbo RS-X. Nissan was proud of all the electronic additions to the R-X.G's luxury specification, proudly claiming a coupe of world firsts with their technology. The fitting of an electronic sunroof with tilt and retract was a first for such technology fitted to a production car in Japan. Retractable headlights fitted with a washer & wiper combination and an electric multi-adjustable seat were claimed to be world firsts!
| Body Version | MKI |
| Body Shape | Coupe / Hatch |
| Market | Japan |
| Production Year | 1983-1986 |
VIN Plate Identification Data
View S12 Identification Page
| ID | Code |
|---|---|
| TYPE | E-S12 |
| MODEL | S12HFTJ (MT Coupe) |
| S12HATJ (AT Coupe) | |
| RS12HFTJ (MT Hatchback) | |
| RS12HATJ (AT Hatchback) | |
| COLOR,TRIM | Colour Database |
| ENGINE | CA18ET |
| TRANS.,AXLE | FS5W71B, RC37 (MT) |
| L4N71B, RC37 (AT) |
Carries the “J' designation in MODEL to identify Luxury Specification.
| Coupe | Hatchback | |
| Length | 4430mm | |
| Width | 1660mm | |
| Height | 1330mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2425mm | |
| Front Track | 1390mm | |
| Rear Track | 1425mm | |
| Ground Clearance | 150mm | |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090kg (1110kg AT) | 1115kg (1135kg AT) |
| Interior Length | 1680mm | 1670mm |
| Interior Width | 1380mm | 1380mm |
| Interior Height | 1075mm | 1075mm |
| Capacity | 5 People | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1365kg (1385kg AT) | 1390kg (1410kg AT) |
| Climbing Ability | Tanθ 0.47 | |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.9m | |
| 10 Mode Fuel Economy (Ministry of Transport Approved Value) | 13.0 (11.0) km/L | |
| Fuel Efficiency at 60km/h Constant Speed (Ministry of Transport Notified Value) | 22.7 (19.5) km/L | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53L | |
| Transmission / Clutch (MT) | OD 5-Speed Floor Shift / Dry Single Diaphragm | |
| Transmission / Clutch (AT) | Nissanmatic Floor Shift / Torque Converter | |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion Type | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Strut Suspension | |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Semi-Trailing Arm Suspension | |
| Front Brake | Ventilated Disc | |
| Rear Brake | Solid Disc | |
| Wheels & Tyres Front & Rear | 5Jx14 Steel Wheels, 185/70SR14 | |
The flower of specialty sports, dedicated to gourmet driving.
Ahead of the 21st century. High technology is input into the whole body.
The cutting edge of car electronics is brought together. Evolution always begins with the Silvia.
Electronic Digital Meter
This instrument panel speaks to the philosophy of a specialty car.
The driver who operates this cockpit will have two privileges: the thrill of driving that can only be experienced in a sports car, and the pride of having the luxurious advanced equipment of a specialty car. It is inevitable that you will need to be prepared to endure jealous stares.
The heart of the new Silvia is an electronic digital meter. The speedometer is in the center, with the water temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, fuel gauge, and voltmeter on either side, and a tachometer with LEDs on the bottom. A boost gauge and drive guide are newly adopted.
The instrument panel is densely packed for easy viewing. Moreover, the layout is easy to see, and the green night lighting prevents the driver from feeling fatigued. There are also plenty of monitors and warning lights. You can accurately judge the condition of your car, which is a great relief.
Cockpit
Multi Adjustable Seat
The driving position is impeccable. Now, the Sporty Zone has also achieved comfort.
The world's first! Electric multi-adjustable seat.
What should seats be like in a high-performance car? What should seats be like in a specialty car? The Silvia's seats are full-fledged bucket seats designed based on experience from domestic and international races and rallies. What's more, the higher-grade models are multi-adjustable seats with eight built-in functions. An electric lifter with a 36mm upper drift. Air-operated side support, thigh support, and lumbar support mechanisms… all parts of the body are tightly held in place with just one touch, allowing for sporty driving to your heart's content. The driving position is also perfectly determined.
Memory Tilt Steering