Nissan LD28
A simple and reliable cast-iron diesel with a very long life.
Nissan Gloria engines
Nissan Gloria is a Japanese business class car from the manufacturer Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. During the production period from 1959 to 2004, 11 generations of the model were released. In the Japanese market, the successor to the car is Nissan Fuga, and in the North American market – the Infiniti M45. Translated from Latin, the name of the car means “glory”. The last two generations of the model are the most adapted to the requirements of modern cars. They have various modifications of the layout, improved transmission and are equipped with the best engines of the line.
The Nissan Gloria was offered with 14 engines between 1980 and 2004 (12 petrol, 2 diesel). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.0 liters, power output from 82 to 280 hp. 6 use a timing chain and 8 a timing belt. 4 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan LD28 (about 400,000 km).
Nissan Gloria engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Gloria 6 (430) 1980–1983 | |||||||
| Nissan LD28 | 1980–1983 | 2.8 L R6 | 91 hp | diesel | chain | 6.2 L | ~400,000 km |
| Nissan Gloria 7 (Y30) 1983–1987 | |||||||
| Nissan VG20 | 1983–1987 | 2.0 L V6 | 115–210 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.9 L | ~350,000 km |
| Nissan VG30E | 1983–1987 | 3.0 L V6 | 150–180 hp | petrol | belt | 3.9 L | ~390,000 km |
| Nissan VG30ET | 1983–1987 | 3.0 L V6 | 195–230 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.9 L | ~360,000 km |
| Nissan CA20 | 1983–1987 | 2.0 L R4 | 82–110 hp | petrol | belt | ||
| Nissan Gloria 8 (Y31) 1987–1991 | |||||||
| Nissan RD28 | 1987–1991 | 2.8 L R6 | 95–100 hp | diesel | belt | 6.4 L | ~350,000 km |
| Nissan Gloria 9 (Y32) 1991–1995 | |||||||
| Nissan VG30DE | 1991–1995 | 3.0 L V6 | 185–230 hp | petrol | belt | 3.4 L | ~375,000 km |
| Nissan VG30DET | 1991–1995 | 3.0 L V6 | 255 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 3.4 L | ~360,000 km |
| Nissan Gloria 10 (Y33) 1995–1999 | |||||||
| Nissan VQ30DE | 1995–1999 | 3.0 L V6 | 190–230 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~350,000 km |
| Nissan VQ25DE | 1995–1999 | 2.5 L V6 | 185–210 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Nissan VQ30DET | 1995–1999 | 3.0 L V6 | 270–280 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Nissan RB25 | 1997–1999 | 2.5 L R6 | 180–250 hp | petrol | belt | 4.6–4.7 L | ~400,000 km |
| Nissan Gloria 11 (Y34) 1999–2004 | |||||||
| Nissan VQ25DD | 1999–2004 | 2.5 L V6 | 210–215 hp | petrol | chain | 4.7 L | ~320,000 km |
| Nissan VQ30DD | 1999–2004 | 3.0 L V6 | 230–260 hp | petrol | chain | 4.7 L | ~300,000 km |
Nissan Gloria engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan Gloria?
Nissan Gloria 6 (430) (1980–1983): Nissan LD28; Nissan Gloria 7 (Y30) (1983–1987): Nissan VG20, Nissan VG30E, Nissan VG30ET and Nissan CA20; Nissan Gloria 8 (Y31) (1987–1991): Nissan RD28; Nissan Gloria 9 (Y32) (1991–1995): Nissan VG30DE and Nissan VG30DET; Nissan Gloria 10 (Y33) (1995–1999): Nissan VQ30DE, Nissan VQ25DE, Nissan VQ30DET and Nissan RB25; Nissan Gloria 11 (Y34) (1999–2004): Nissan VQ25DD and Nissan VQ30DD.
Which Nissan Gloria engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Nissan Gloria engines are: Nissan LD28 — about 400,000 km; Nissan RB25 — about 400,000 km; Nissan VG30E — about 390,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Nissan Gloria engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan LD28 — 6.2 L (10W-40); Nissan RB25 — 4.6–4.7 L (5W-30); Nissan RD28 — 6.4 L (10W-40); Nissan VG20 — 3.9 L (5W-30); Nissan VG30DE — 3.4 L (5W-30); Nissan VG30DET — 3.4 L (5W-30); Nissan VG30E — 3.9 L (5W-30); Nissan VG30ET — 3.9 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ25DD — 4.7 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ25DE — 4 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ30DD — 4.7 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ30DE — 4 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ30DET — 4 L (5W-30).
Does the Nissan Gloria have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan LD28, Nissan VQ25DD, Nissan VQ25DE, Nissan VQ30DD, Nissan VQ30DE and Nissan VQ30DET; timing belt: Nissan CA20, Nissan RB25, Nissan RD28, Nissan VG20, Nissan VG30DE, Nissan VG30DET, Nissan VG30E and Nissan VG30ET. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Nissan Gloria available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Nissan LD28 and Nissan RD28.
Engine details
Nissan VG20
If the engine runs rough, clean or replace faulty injectors.
Nissan VG30E
The main problem is the bending of the valves due to the breaking of the crankshaft shank.
Nissan VG30ET
The most dangerous thing is a broken crankshaft shank, which often leads to bending of the valves.
Nissan VG30DE
The most problematic is the frequent cracking of the exhaust manifold.
Nissan VG30DET
The problematic place of the motor is the exhaust manifold, it just cracks.
Nissan RD28
The cylinder head of this diesel engine cracks easily from overheating.
Nissan RB25
One of the most popular inline 6-cylinder engines is renowned for its excellent reliability.
Nissan VQ25DE
The main problems are caused by catalyst crumbs entering the combustion chamber.
Nissan VQ30DE
Most internal combustion engine problems are in catalyst crumbs that are sucked into the cylinders.
Nissan VQ30DET
Most often, owners complain about the oil burner due to the appearance of scuffing in the cylinders.
Nissan VQ30DD
Many problems with this engine are associated with the consumption of low-quality fuel.
Nissan VQ25DD
Due to poor-quality fuel in the engine, nozzles and a high-pressure fuel pump often fail.
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