The 1.2-liter Nissan CR12DE engine (or CR12 for short) has been produced since 2002 in Japan and is installed on the popular compact cars Micra and March, as well as the practical Wingroad and AD station wagons. This power unit is offered in two versions: with and without a phase regulator at the intake.
CR family: CR10DE, CR12DE, CR14DE.
Specifications
| Production years | 2002-… |
| Displacement, cc | 1240 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 65 (version without a phase regulator) 80 – 90 (version with a phase regulator) |
| Torque output, Nm | 110 (version without a phase regulator) 121 (version with a phase regulator) |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 71 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 78.3 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 (version without a phase regulator) 9.8 – 9.9 (version with a phase regulator) |
| Features | EGR |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no (version without a phase regulator) at the inlet (version with a phase regulator) |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.4 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Nissan Wingroad 2007) — city — highway — combined |
8.3 6.3 6.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~200 000 |
| Weight, kg | 120 |
The engine was installed on:
- Nissan Micra 3 (K12) in 2002 – 2010;
- Nissan March 3 (K12) in 2002 – 2010;
- Nissan Wingroad Y12 in 2005 – 2017;
- Nissan AD Van Y12 in 2006 -.
Disadvantages of the CR12DE engine
- The first years there were problems with stretching the timing chain, but then its resource grew;
- Also at the initial stage, many cases of breakdown of the cylinder head gasket were recorded;
- This engine does not like bad fuel and requires periodic cleaning of the nozzles;
- A lot of complaints about the difficulties with the operation of the car at low temperatures;
- But the main disadvantage is the progressive oil burner after 150,000 km.
Frequently asked questions about the Nissan CR12DE
How much power does the Nissan CR12DE make?
Power output of the Nissan CR12DE, hp: 65 (version without a phase regulator); 80 - 90 (version with a phase regulator). Torque, Nm: 110 (version without a phase regulator); 121 (version with a phase regulator).
How much oil does the Nissan CR12DE take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 3.4 liters. Recommended oil: 0W-20.
Does the Nissan CR12DE have a timing belt or chain?
The Nissan CR12DE uses a timing chain.
Is the Nissan CR12DE turbocharged?
No, the Nissan CR12DE is naturally aspirated.
Does the Nissan CR12DE need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Nissan CR12DE last?
The typical lifespan of the Nissan CR12DE is ~200 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Nissan CR12DE?
Nissan Wingroad 2007: city 8.3, highway 6.3, combined 6.9 L/100 km.
What cars was the Nissan CR12DE installed on?
Nissan Micra 3 (K12) in 2002 - 2010; Nissan March 3 (K12) in 2002 - 2010; Nissan Wingroad Y12 in 2005 - 2017; Nissan AD Van Y12 in 2006 -.
What are the common problems of the Nissan CR12DE?
The first years there were problems with stretching the timing chain, but then its resource grew. Also at the initial stage, many cases of breakdown of the cylinder head gasket were recorded. All known problems.
IL CR12DE montato sulla mia micra benzina 80 cv è meraviglioso…fa alzare l’auto un po’in avanti A 90kmh/2900gmin fa suonare la marmitta,superiore a 120km/h il motore diventa silenzioso e sembra di avere una carburazione celeste,un po’ di rumore le punterie, un po’ di trasudazione dalla guarnizione testata.Tuttavia sempre sincera e fedele la compressione.
Google Translate: THE CR12DE mounted on my 80hp petrol micra is wonderful … it makes the car lift a little forward. At 90kmh / 2900gmin it makes the muffler ring, above 120km/h the engine becomes silent and it seems to have a celestial carburetion, a little the tappets are noisy, a little sweat from the cylinder head gasket, but the compression is always sincere and faithful.