The 1999 Nissan Terrano Regulus RS-R Limited is a premium, Japanese domestic market (JDM) mid-size SUV built on the rugged R50 chassis. Positioned as a luxury off-roader, it is the more upscale sibling to the standard Nissan Terrano and shares its structural DNA with the Infiniti QX4.
Depending on the specific sub-variant, the 1999 RS-R Limited came with either a smooth petrol V6 or a torquey turbo-diesel engine:
- Petrol Variant (Model GF-JLR50): Equipped with the 3.3L VG33E V6 engine producing 170 horsepower and 266 Nm of torque.
- Diesel Variant (Model KH-JTR50): Equipped with the 3.0L ZD30DDTi inline-4 turbo-diesel engine, also pushing 170 horsepower but with a massive 353 Nm of torque at low RPMs.
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic (4AT) with overdrive.
- Drive System: All-Mode 4WD, allowing the driver to shift between 2WD, automatic 4WD (which splits torque as needed), and locked 4WD high/low ranges.
- Dimensions: Measures roughly 4,670 mm long, 1,840 mm wide, and 1,730 mm tall, giving it a commanding, wide-body road presence.
The "RS-R Limited" grade was highly optioned compared to base models, focusing heavily on highway comfort without sacrificing trail readiness:
- Premium Cabin: Often featured full leather seating, a power-adjustable driver's seat, wood-grain interior accents, and automatic climate control.
- Exterior Design: Marked by integrated running boards, a rear spoiler, a distinct front grille unique to the Regulus line, chrome accents, and specialized alloy wheels.
- Ride Quality: Built using a unibody structure with a sophisticated independent front suspension, offering a much smoother car-like ride than traditional body-on-frame SUVs of that era.
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