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Datsun Laurel

Years1979–1983
Generations2
Total variants5
Body stylesSedan
DesignerShinichiro Sakurai · Naganori Ito · Kozo Watanabe
AssemblyMusashimurayama, Japan · Musashimurayama, Tokyo, Japan · Kaminokawa, Tochigi, Japan
SuccessorNissan Teana
Also known as1800 · 180L/200L/240L/280L · 200L · Laurel
Related modelsNissan Laurel

The Datsun Laurel is a sedan model, produced 1979–1983, spanning 2 generations with 5 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Laurel (1981-1983) and Laurel (1979-1981). Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 2

Choose your Laurel generation.

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Datsun Laurel have?

The Datsun Laurel has 2 generations with 5 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Datsun Laurel produced?

The Datsun Laurel has been produced 1979–1983. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Datsun Laurel?

The Datsun Laurel is available as Sedan. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

Cost calculator

What would this actually cost you?

18,850Estimated total · €3,770 per year
  • Depreciation0
  • Fuel / energy10,500
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax1,600

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

Regional names · 4

Datsun Laurel: names by market

This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.

  • 1800
  • 180L/200L/240L/280L
  • 200L
  • Laurel
Across · Sedan

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
Laurel (1979-1981)1979–1981113 hp2€11k★ 2.5
Laurel (1981-1983)1981–1983102 hp17.1 s3€12k–€14k★ 2.8