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NissanS141993–1998US Legal

Nissan Silvia / 240SX

The wider, stiffer evolution of the S-chassis. The S14 offers more grip and interior space while maintaining the drift-friendly balance.

220 hp
1210 kg
RWD
Nissan Silvia / 240SX S14
Specifications

Technical Specifications

Engine CodeSR20DET
Variants

Production Variant Timeline

5 factory variants produced across the S14 lifecycle, from launch spec to final special editions.

  1. Silvia S14 K's (Zenki)

    1993-10~80,000 built
    • SR20DET 220 PS (up from S13)
    • Refined chassis with wider track
    • Multi-link rear suspension
    • Hicas-II 4WS (optional)

    Launch S14. Wider, heavier than S13. Initially criticized for being too soft, later vindicated.

  2. Silvia S14 Q's (Zenki)

    1993-10~50,000 built
    • SR20DE 160 PS naturally aspirated
    • Same chassis as K's
    • Lighter weight
    • Cheaper insurance

    NA version. Popular base for SR20DET swaps in the drift community.

  3. Silvia S14 K's Aero

    1994~10,000 built
    • Factory aero kit
    • Side skirts and rear spoiler
    • Stiffer suspension
    • Optional Hicas

    Aero package option that added factory body kit. Common drift starter chassis.

  4. Silvia S14 Kouki (K's Facelift)

    1996-06~60,000 built
    • Aggressive facelift with projector headlights
    • SR20DET 220 PS (improved torque)
    • Revised front bumper
    • Updated interior

    Mid-cycle facelift. The "Kouki" front end became one of JDM's most iconic faces.

  5. 240SX (S14 USA)

    1995~50,000 built
    • KA24DE 155 hp
    • No SR20 in USA
    • SE and LE trims
    • Last RWD Nissan in US until 350Z

    US-market S14. KA24 engine instead of SR20. Heavily modified by US drift scene.

Parts

Compatible Parts (27)

🇺🇸 US Import Status

The Nissan Silvia / 240SX is currently legal to import to the United States under the 25-year exemption rule. Vehicles manufactured in 1993 or earlier may be imported without DOT/EPA modifications.