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A Detailed Look Back At The Nissan Silvia S14

The S14 was the sixth-generation Nissan Silvia, launched in Japan in October 1993 with an emphasis on enjoyable, controllable driving and improved comfort and safety. Nissan’s 1994 Japanese K's Type S and 1998 JGTC race car illustrate why specifications must be tied to a particular trim and use.
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The Nissan Silvia S14 is the sixth generation of Nissan’s Silvia line, launched in Japan in October 1993 as the successor to the popular S13. Nissan described its aim as a stylish sports coupe with enjoyable, controllable driving, while giving greater attention to handling, cabin comfort, and collision safety.

A useful factory snapshot is Nissan’s 1994 Japanese-market Silvia K’s Type S: its turbocharged SR20DET was rated at 220 PS and 274 N·m. Those figures belong to that specific Japanese trim, not every S14 or overseas car carrying a related badge.

What is the Nissan Silvia S14?

The S14 is the sixth-generation Silvia. Nissan’s heritage account dates its Japanese launch to October 1993 and describes it as a larger car than the compact S13, while retaining the Silvia’s familiar styling identity and the K’s, Q’s, and J’s grade structure as reference points.

Nissan’s launch campaign used the phrase “Eye Hunt SILVIA.” The company’s stated concept combined sports-coupe style with intuitive, enjoyable driving and greater attention to road-holding, interior comfort, and collision safety.

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A documented 1994 Japanese K’s Type S

Nissan’s Heritage Collection lists the following specifications for its 1994 Japanese Silvia K’s Type S. Treat these as figures for that example, not as a universal specification for all S14s.

Specification Nissan’s 1994 K’s Type S
Engine 1,998 cc four-cylinder DOHC turbocharged SR20DET
Power 162 kW (220 PS) at 6,000 rpm
Torque 274 N·m at 4,800 rpm
Dimensions 4,500 mm long, 1,730 mm wide, 1,295 mm high
Wheelbase 2,525 mm
Curb weight 1,220 kg
Suspension Front strut; independent rear multilink
Brakes Front ventilated discs; rear discs
Recorded tire 205/55R16 89V

Source: Nissan Heritage Collection, 1994 Silvia K’s Type S. The displayed example had a rear spoiler as standard equipment.

Market names and specifications

Nissan says the S14 was known as the 240SX in overseas markets. That naming context does not make the Japanese K’s Type S engine or output figures applicable to every 240SX or other export-market car. The available records do not provide a complete market-by-market specification comparison.

When comparing S14s, check the original market, model year, trim, engine, factory equipment, and any later modifications. A badge alone is not enough to establish a car’s original specification.

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The S14 in competition

The S14 also had a documented competition life. Nissan records an S14-based Xanavi Silvia in the 1998 JGTC GT300 category. Its body, suspension, and engine were extensively tuned, so its performance figures describe a race car rather than a road-going Silvia.

1998 Xanavi Silvia record Details
Series and class JGTC GT300
Engine 2.0-liter SR20DET
Output More than 320 PS
Drivers named by Nissan Masahiko Kondo and Takayuki Aoki
Recorded results Second at Sendai Hi-Land; sixth in the series standings

Source: Nissan Heritage Collection. Nissan’s global Heritage Collection identifies its displayed 1998 S14 competition car as a replica of the JGTC specification.

Checking parts and tires

For the displayed 1994 K’s Type S, Nissan lists 205/55R16 89V tires. Before buying replacements, check the specific car’s tire placard, wheel setup, and approved fitment, especially if it has been modified; the listed size should not be assumed to fit every S14.

Nissan’s U.S. parts catalog provides a year-based 240SX parts section, including examples of 1997–1998 parts. Use the catalog as a starting point and confirm current availability and exact compatibility for the individual vehicle.

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FAQ

What is a Nissan Silvia S14?

It is the sixth generation of Nissan’s Silvia line. Nissan launched it in Japan in October 1993 as the successor to the S13.

What made the S14 different from the S13?

Nissan says the S14 moved beyond the S13’s compact-car dimensions. Its stated development priorities included road-holding, cabin comfort, and collision safety, alongside enjoyable, controllable sports-coupe driving.

How much power did the S14 make?

It depends on the market, trim, and whether the car is a road car or a competition car. Nissan lists 220 PS for its 1994 Japanese K’s Type S and more than 320 PS for the extensively modified 1998 JGTC Xanavi Silvia; those figures describe different vehicles.

Was the S14 sold as a 240SX?

Nissan says the S14 was known as the 240SX in overseas markets. The Japanese K’s Type S specification should not be applied automatically to overseas cars.

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What tire size did Nissan list for the 1994 K’s Type S?

Nissan lists 205/55R16 89V for that displayed example. Check the tire placard and wheel configuration on the individual car before purchasing tires.

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Fujimi ID-264 Veil Side Silvia S14 C-I Model 1/24 scale kit
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