Nissan SR18DE
Almost trouble-free motor, easily runs 300 - 400 thousand km without major repairs.
Nissan Avenir engines
The Nissan Avenir is a Japanese mid-range station wagon manufactured by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. from 1990 to 2005. Since 1998, the 2nd generation of the model has been produced. The car is based on 2nd generation Nissan Primera. Thanks to the all-wheel drive, increased ground clearance and crankcase protection, the car has good cross-country ability. Avenir, which means “future” in French, was produced for the Japanese market. The export version of the model appeared in 1999 under the name Nissan Expert.
The Nissan Avenir was offered with 8 engines between 1990 and 2005 (2 diesel, 6 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 2.0 liters, power output from 75 to 250 hp. 6 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan SR20DE (about 400,000 km).
Nissan Avenir engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Avenir 1 (W10) 1990–2002 | |||||||
| Nissan SR20DE | 1990–2001 | 2.0 L R4 | 130–165 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~400,000 km |
| Nissan CD20 | 1990–1998 | 2.0 L R4 | 75 hp | diesel | belt | 5.7 L | ~275,000 km |
| Nissan SR18DE | 1993–2002 | 1.8 L R4 | 110 hp | petrol | chain | 3.4 L | ~380,000 km |
| Nissan CD20T | 1993–1998 | 2.0 L R4 | 90 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.5 L | ~230,000 km |
| Nissan SR20DET | 1995–1997 | 2.0 L R4 | 200–250 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Nissan Avenir 2 (W11) 1998–2005 | |||||||
| Nissan QG18DE | 1998–2005 | 1.8 L R4 | 115–128 hp | petrol | chain | 2.7 L | ~250,000 km |
| Nissan QR20DE | 2002–2005 | 2.0 L R4 | 147 hp | petrol | chain | 3.9 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Nissan Avenir engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Nissan GA16DE (GA16S/DS) | 1990–2002 | 1.6 L R4 | 100–115 hp | petrol | chain | 3.2 L | ~320,000 km |
Nissan Avenir engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan Avenir?
Nissan Avenir 1 (W10) (1990–2002): Nissan SR20DE, Nissan CD20, Nissan SR18DE, Nissan CD20T and Nissan SR20DET; Nissan Avenir 2 (W11) (1998–2005): Nissan QG18DE and Nissan QR20DE.
Which Nissan Avenir engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Nissan Avenir engines are: Nissan SR20DE — about 400,000 km; Nissan SR18DE — about 380,000 km; Nissan GA16DE (GA16S/DS) — about 320,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Nissan Avenir engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan CD20 — 5.7 L (10W-30); Nissan CD20T — 5.5 L (10W-30); Nissan GA16DE (GA16S/DS) — 3.2 L (5W-30); Nissan QG18DE — 2.7 L (5W-30); Nissan QR20DE — 3.9 L (0W-30 / 5W-20 / 5W-30 / 5W-40 / 10W-30 / 10W-40 / 10W-60 / 15W-40 / 20W-20); Nissan SR18DE — 3.4 L (5W-30 / 5W-40 / 10W-30 / 10W-40); Nissan SR20DE — 4 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Nissan SR20DET — 3.7 L (5W-30).
Does the Nissan Avenir have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan GA16DE (GA16S/DS), Nissan QG18DE, Nissan QR20DE, Nissan SR18DE, Nissan SR20DE and Nissan SR20DET; timing belt: Nissan CD20 and Nissan CD20T. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Nissan Avenir available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Nissan CD20 and Nissan CD20T.
Engine details
Nissan SR20DE
This is a fairly reliable power unit without any pronounced weaknesses. On the forums, they regularly complain only about floating speed due…
Nissan SR20DET
If you do not save on oil, this motor quietly drives more than 300 - 350 thousand km.
Nissan CD20
You can’t call the fuel system capricious, but it really doesn’t like bad fuel.
Nissan GA16DE (GA16S/DS)
Floating speed and jerks indicate a clogged idle valve or a malfunction in the readings of the mass air flow sensor. Usually…
Nissan CD20T
On specialized forums, they often complain about the airing of the cooling system.
Nissan QG18DE
The timing chain delivers the most problems, often it rings already at 100,000 km.
Nissan QR20DE
Until 2004, power units were constantly flooded with candles during cold starts, the catalyst was destroyed from excess fuel, and its crumbs…
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