The Nissan Prairie is a compact multi-purpose vehicle produced by Nissan from 1981 to 1998 across three generations. Known for pioneering the spacious, versatile minivan design with sliding doors and a flexible interior layout, the Prairie catered to families seeking practical urban transport. Each generation emphasized different innovations in size, comfort, and utility, making the Prairie a noteworthy model in Nissan's lineup. This guide provides a detailed comparison of all Prairie generations, highlighting their dimensions, design evolution, and key features.
Discontinued Generations
1998 Nissan Prairie (M12)
1630 mm
L:4650 mm | W:1695 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 1998-2004
- Model Year: 1998
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4545-4650 mm178.9-183.1 in
- Width: 1695 mm66.7 in
- Height: 1400-1630 mm55.1-64.2 in
1988 Nissan Prairie (M11)
1660 mm
L:4360 mm | W:1690 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 1988-1998
- Model Year: 1988
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4350-4360 mm171.3-171.7 in
- Width: 1690 mm66.5 in
- Height: 1625-1660 mm64.0-65.4 in
- Trunk Capacity: 370 liter13.1 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 1500 liter53.0 cu ft
1983 Nissan Prairie (M10,NM10)
1685 mm
L:4230 mm | W:1665 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 1983-1988
- Model Year: 1983
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4090-4230 mm161.0-166.5 in
- Width: 1665 mm65.6 in
- Height: 1650-1685 mm65.0-66.3 in
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