Engine Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT

The 1.2-liter turbo engine Nissan HRA2DDT or HR12DDT was produced from 2013 to 2018 and was installed on such popular models as Juke, Pulsar or Qashqai in 1.2 DIG-T modifications. This power unit is installed on Renault and Dacia cars under its H5Ft index.

HR family: HR10DDT, HR12DE, HR12DDR, HRA2DDT, HR13DDT, HR15DE, HR16DE.

Specifications

Production years 2013-2018
Displacement, cc 1197
Fuel system direct injection
Power output, hp 115
Torque output, Nm 190
Cylinder block aluminum R4
Block head aluminum 16v
Cylinder bore, mm 72.2
Piston stroke, mm 73.1
Compression ratio 10
Features DOHC
Hydraulic lifters no
Timing drive chain
Phase regulator on both shafts
Turbocharging MHI TD02H2
Recommended engine oil 5W-30
Engine oil capacity, liter 4.6
Fuel type petrol
Euro standards EURO 5/6
Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Nissan Qashqai 2015)
— city
— highway
— combined
6.9
4.9
5.6
Engine lifespan, km ~200 000
Weight, kg 109

The engine was installed on:

Disadvantages of the HRA2DDT engine

  • The motors of the first years often failed electrically and dealers reflashed the ECU more than once;
  • However, oil consumption is the most troublesome, and from the first kilometers;
  • The reason for the floating speed here is carbon deposits on the valves due to direct injection;
  • The timing chain does not have a high resource, sometimes it is changed up to 100,000 km;
  • The sealing ring of the crankcase ventilation pipe often bursts.

Frequently asked questions about the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT

How much power does the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT make?

The Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT develops 115 hp and 190 Nm of torque.

How much oil does the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT take and which one?

Engine oil capacity: 4.6 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.

Does the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT have a timing belt or chain?

The Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT uses a timing chain.

Is the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT turbocharged?

Yes, the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT is turbocharged (MHI TD02H2).

Does the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT 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 HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT last?

The typical lifespan of the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT is ~200 000 km with proper maintenance.

What is the fuel consumption of the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT?

Nissan Qashqai 2015: city 6.9, highway 4.9, combined 5.6 L/100 km.

What cars was the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT installed on?

Nissan Juke 1 (F15) in 2014 - 2018; Nissan Pulsar 6 (C13) in 2014 - 2018; Nissan Qashqai 2 (J11) in 2013 - 2018.

What are the common problems of the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT?

The motors of the first years often failed electrically and dealers reflashed the ECU more than once. However, oil consumption is the most troublesome, and from the first kilometers. All known problems.

What engines are related to the Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT?

HR family: HR10DDT, HR12DE, HR12DDR, HR13DDT, HR15DE, HR16DE.

El Guardiola Author: El Guardiola
Doctor of Technical Sciences, former engineer at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee (10 years of experience), holder of certificates and patents for inventions, author of a training manual for employees of the Volkswagen Group of America.
I consider the internal combustion engine to be the greatest technological achievement and I want to provide information about them to a wide range of car owners.

1 thought on “Engine Nissan HRA2DDT / Nissan HR12DDT”

  1. Emmanuel Ngere

    Why is the oil consumption is too high,
    When you serviced the engine for it to reach the next due service you must do a top up

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