Nissan QG18DE
The timing chain delivers the most problems, often it rings already at 100,000 km.
Nissan Expert engines
Nissan Expert is a Japanese mid-range car from Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. The Expert is a 1999 Nissan Avenir wagon body. Avenir was produced from 1990 to 2005. The car line was closed due to low consumer demand, although the Expert was produced even before 2006. The car has increased cross-country ability, good capacity and appearance that meets even modern parameters.
The Nissan Expert was offered with 2 engines between 2000 and 2006 (1 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.8 to 2.2 liters, power output from 79 to 128 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT (about 300,000 km).
Nissan Expert engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Expert W11 2000–2006 | |||||||
| Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT | 2000–2006 | 2.2 L R4 | 79–115 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | chain | 5.2–6.1 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Nissan Expert engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Nissan QG18DE | 1998–2006 | 1.8 L R4 | 115–128 hp | petrol | chain | 2.7 L | ~250,000 km |
Nissan Expert engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan Expert?
Nissan Expert W11 (2000–2006): Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT.
Which Nissan Expert engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Nissan Expert engines are: Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT — about 300,000 km; Nissan QG18DE — about 250,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Nissan Expert engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan QG18DE — 2.7 L (5W-30); Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT — 5.2–6.1 L (5W-30).
Does the Nissan Expert have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan QG18DE and Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT.
Was the Nissan Expert available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT.
Engine details
Nissan YD22DD / YD22DDT
All the serious problems of this motor are somehow connected with the fuel system.
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