1996 Nissan 240SX Speaker Sizes
The 1996 Nissan 240SX speaker size chart presents factory specifications for audio system locations throughout the vehicle. Information covers replacement and aftermarket upgrade options for speakers positioned in the a-pillar, front door panel, and rear deck lid. Details include specifications needed when replacing or upgrading factory audio components with aftermarket speakers.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1996 Nissan 240SX Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 11996 Nissan 240SX Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1996 Nissan 240SX utilizes a three-location speaker configuration with tweeters mounted in the a-pillars and larger drivers positioned in both front and rear locations.
- Factory speaker positions accept 1-inch tweeters in the a-pillar mounting locations, while 6.5-inch drivers fit in both the front door panels and rear deck lid.
- Both front and rear 6.5-inch locations accommodate either midbass drivers or full-range speakers, allowing flexibility in component system design or coaxial speaker installation.
- The a-pillar tweeter locations may become a priority consideration when installing component speaker systems, as these positions could be repurposed for aftermarket tweeters included with component sets.
- Component speaker systems would typically utilize the front door panel locations for the midbass drivers while the included tweeters could mount in the existing a-pillar positions.
- The rear deck lid accepts the same 6.5-inch size as the front doors, which could simplify speaker selection when matching front and rear output.
- Both single DIN and double DIN head units are compatible with the radio opening, providing options for aftermarket receivers with varying feature sets and power output capabilities.
- Upgrading from the factory speakers to aftermarket midbass drivers in the door panels could improve lower frequency response and overall clarity in the front soundstage.
- Full-range speakers in the 6.5-inch positions would handle the entire frequency spectrum at each location, while midbass drivers would require separate tweeters for high-frequency reproduction.
- The existing a-pillar tweeter locations provide high-frequency output closer to ear level, which may contribute to imaging characteristics when used with front component systems.