The is a minivan manufactured by Nissan Shatai for Nissan since 1997, available in fourth generations, with model codes E50 (1997–2002), E51 (2002–2010), E52 (2010–2026), and E53 (2026–present). The E50 Elgrand was also configured and produced as a light commercial vehicle from 1998 to 2017.
The Elgrand's main competitors are the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire, and the Honda Odyssey.
First generation (E50; 1997)
The first generation of the Nissan Elgrand was produced from May 1997 to May 2002, with commercial versions remaining in production until December 2017. Various engine combinations were available including the petrol VG33E, VQ35DE and diesel QD32ETi and ZD30DDTi. The E50 had a 4 speed automatic transmission and came in either 2- or 4-wheel drive. The Caravan Elgrand was exclusive to Nissan Store, while the Homy Elgrand was exclusive to Japanese Nissan Prince Store dealerships. The Elgrand assumed the Caravan Coach's passenger carrying duties with a luxury enhancement. The top trim level equipment packages were installed with internet enabled satellite navigation called CarWings.
In August 1999, a minor facelift occurred. The Homy and Caravan nameplate was dropped.
The Elgrand received a facelift on 23 August 2000. Featuring a slightly redesigned front fascia.
The E50 version of the Elgrand came in several trim levels including: V, VG, X, XL, Highway Star, Rider, and S Edition.
Model variations Isuzu Fargo Filly From 1997 to 2002, the E50 Elgrand was rebadged and sold by Isuzu as the Fargo Filly in the Japanese market.
On 4 April 2013, two Fargo Filly vans were subjected to recalls due to issues regarding the durability of the battery cable's plastic band, which causes it to touch the exhaust tube when it breaks to potentially cause a short circuit.Vehicle safety mlit.go.jp On February 19, 2016, 15 Fargo Filly vans made between January 1999 and December 2001 were subjected to recalls due to engine issues that prevent the driver from starting it.
Nissan Paramedic and Isuzu Super Medic II In May 1998, the second generation Nissan Paramedic ambulance was introduced on the E50 Elgrand chassis. To facilitate ambulance use, the body of the E50 Paramedic from the B pillar rearward was carried over from the Paramedic II, a high-roof ambulance version of the E24 Caravan, to increase interior space in the rear of the ambulance. The E50 Paramedic was facelifted in 2006 and remained in production until December 2017, when it was replaced by a third generation based on the E26 NV350 Caravan.
The E50 Paramedic was also marketed by Isuzu as the Super Medic II until 2002.
On 4 April 2013, 12 Fargo Filly vans were subjected to recalls due to issues regarding the durability of the battery cable's plastic band is not durable, which causes it to touch the exhaust tube when it breaks to potentially cause a short circuit. On February 19, 2016, 15 Super Medic II vans made between January 1999 and December 2001 were subjected to recalls due to engine issues that prevent the driver from starting it.
Elgrand Jumbo Taxi Between 2000 and 2011, a 10-passenger commercial van based on the E50 Paramedic was offered under the Elgrand Jumbo Taxi nameplate.
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Isuzu Filly
Nissan Elgrand Jumbo Taxi
Nissan Paramedic
Second generation (E51; 2002)
The second generation E51 Elgrand was launched in May 2002 and primarily competes with the Toyota Alphard and Honda Elysion. The Jumbo Taxi and Paramedic did not move to the new platform, instead remaining on the previous E50 chassis. In addition, the rebadged Isuzu Filly was not carried over. The E51 Elgrand is quite different from its predecessor, now equipped with power sliding doors, turn signal repeaters built into the side mirrors, a rear roof spoiler, and 16- (XL) or 17-inch (HWS) aluminum alloy wheels. The new front fascia, with a chromed grille, gives the Elgrand a sportier look. The E51 was only available through Nissan dealerships in Japan, with limited exports to Hong Kong and Brunei. The E51 is a popular grey import vehicle in Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, and New Zealand.
The E51 Elgrand uses either the 2.5l or 3.5l V6 VQ-series engine combined with a five-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic shift for better response. Additional transmission controls include Power and Snow settings, as well as a four-wheel drive option. It employs a multilink rear suspension with ventilated disc brakes all around.
The Elgrand went on sale on 21 May 2002. Early Nissan Elgrand models include XL, X, VG (4/5-doors), V, and Highway Star
Interior features include captain-style seats, an eight-speaker sound system with an optional nine-speaker system by Bose Corp., and a TV/DVD player with a screen. The Elgrand is also equipped with an eight-inch (203mm) LCD monitor in the dashboard for the Carwings Vehicle Information System (also known as VIS). Optional extras include heated front seats, power curtains and finer levels of interior trim, such as woodgrain trim panels and a woodgrain steering wheel. The interior seating arrangement can be configured for dining by adjusting the front captain-style seats facing the back, and folding the second row of seats flat onto the seat cushions.
Like most newer models produced by Nissan, the Elgrand comes with the "Keyless-go" feature for enhanced user convenience. Higher spec Elgrands like the Highway Star, Rider, X, and XL versions come with an internal GPS system dedicated for use in Japan. An optional GPS system for Hong Kong and Guangdong Province in China was available. The GPS system was not a satellite-based system, but a disc-operated CarWings system that played off a concealed DVD player via tracking the position of the vehicle via wheel sensors, against an inputted start and end position of a journey with high accuracy. CD Discs were only ever created for Japan and direct export countries.
But alongside this was the innovation of reversing camera with turning guidance lines, lane control and assisted braking. In 2008 this was updated to a four-view camera technology that provided an aerial all-round view when reversing. Other innovations including voice-activated controls, BOSE Audio or 5.1 channel surround sound audio systems, auto voice-activated phone calls, and a satellite controlled clock.
Options included cruise control, a multi-deck CD-player and BOSE all round 9-speaker stereo, as well as a TV set in the rear with a 7" LCD screen. There were also several windshield options available, ranging from a standard type through to a water repellent, laser-etched, tinted screen. The water repellent screens have a holographic sticker to identify this additional option.
The model specifications were V, VG, X, and X. Later releases added the Highway Star and Rider versions. The bottom specification model was the V, whereas the top specification vehicle was the XL, with full leather interior. The 2006 refresh saw the discontinuation of the VG model.The Complete Guide to the Nissan Elgrand E51
The Rider had two variations including an Autech Tuned Nismo version.
Variants Nissan Elgrand, Autech Elgrand Enchante The early Elgrand Enchant models included VG, V, and Highway Star. All model ranges can be configured with a removable second-row seat or Step Type.
Elgrand XL This was the top of the range model, with many additional options fitted as standard. It came with a full leather 7-seat interior, 8 speaker sound system, which included Sony MiniDISC, keyless entry, Carwings, reversing camera, two TV screens, folding wing mirrors and heated driver and passenger seats.
Out of the complete range of Elgrand, this was also very heavy at 2.2 tons. Rider versions being the lightest version as it was originally conceived as a sports model, so had a lot of the additional features removed in view of reducing the weight/power ratio for the vehicle.
Elgrand Rider The Rider was a version of the Elgrand VG 5-door with front bumper was changed, front fog lamp, side sill protector, rear under protector, rear upper combination lamp, rear winker finisher, clear side turn lamp, leather-lined interior, Rider sound system (MD/CD integrated AM/FM electronic tuner radio, 6 speakers and subwoofer), 17-inch aluminum road wheels, 215/60R17 tires, large-diameter sports muffler by Fujitsubo, and low-height suspension. The Rider went on sale on 2 October 2002.
The Autech Rider S is sporty version from the 8-passenger Elgrand Rider with the front and rear bumper design was slightly changed, and the design of the special finisher was changed. The Elgrand Rider S went on sale on 22 October 2003.
Autech Elgrand VIP It is a version of Elgrand XL 4-seat with leather-wrapped rear seat with centre armrest, electric slide step, trunk board with partition board, second seat long slide rail, rear-seat reading lamp with room lamp, rear-seat audio system (VHS+CD+DVD), electric ottoman, rear-seat audio speaker (6 speakers), electric outlet (AC100V, 100W), front cabinet, floor carpet, drawn-out table, black body colour.
JDM models went on sale on 19 December 2002.
VG version L, Highway Star version L (2002–2003) VG version L and Highway Star version L are versions of the Nissan Elgrand VG and Highway Star, respectively, commemorating the sale of 250,000 units of the Nissan Elgrand in Japan since May 1997. Changes include a Carwings DVD TV/navigation system, 2 Intelligent Keys (driver side, passenger side, back door sensor), rear-view camera with car width and distance display (colour), Elgrand super sound system and 6 speakers (MD/CD integrated AM/FM electronic tuner radio, 160W, MD/CD autochanger connection), steering wheel controls for the audio, voice command, and hands-free phone, choice of 3 body colours: Champagne silver titan metallic, white pearl (3-coat pearl), black/sparkling silver metallic in VG version L; white pearl (3-coat pearl), sword metal metallic, diamond silver metallic in Highway Star version L.
JDM models went on sale between 24 December 2002 and 31 March 2003.
Elgrand Highway Star update, Elgrand Enchante front row passenger Lift Seat Type (2003–2010) Change to Elgrand Highway Star include fully plated front grille, chrome colour coat aluminum road wheel, fog lamp surround in body colour, black steering wheel, suede tone cross-section seat floor Jacquard material in black, shift knob leather section in black, instrument panel centre cluster control panel in dark grey. New options include driver seat auto slide door for an intelligent key model, leather or Supplier (from Elgrand X)-upholstered seat.
Elgrand Enchant (2003)
The Elgrand Enchant takes 8-passenger versions of the Elgrand V, VG, Highway Star, and X, and adds a mobility access seat in the second row.
JDM models went on sale on 27 August 2003.
2004 first facelift The facelifted Elgrand went to sale in August 2004, the front grille and headlight units were integrated, the rear bumper and lighting designs were revised, and door mirrors with integrated turn signals became standard equipment. The rear combination lamps were separated into taillights and brake lights, and the brake lights were converted to LEDs. The interior was reshaped, with the instrument panel and dashboard, woodgrain panels in various parts, a fine vision meter with an illuminated ring, and chrome-plated switches. The facelifted Elgrand 2.5 available in the standard V model and the Highway Star equipped with aero parts, as well as the Autech's Rider and Rider S models. The facelifted Elgrand went on sale on 25 August 2004.
The Elgrand models with 2.5-litre VQ25DE engine was added in December 2004 included V (8-seat), Highway Star (8-seat).
The updated Elgrand Enchante was unveiled at the 2004 Tokyo Motor Show.
2007 second facelift