Nissan's upscale division moved into the entry-level arena for 1991 with a front-drive compact 4-door sedan called the G20. Under the hood sat a 2.0-liter dual-cam 4-cylinder, same as in the Nissan Sentra SE-R. A 5-speed manual shift was standard; 4-speed automatic optional. Steering has variable power assist, while brakes are antilock 4-wheel discs. Well-equipped from the start, the only factory options were leather upholstery and a glass moonroof. Motorized front seatbelts were standard, as the G20 lacked an airbag.