Nissan R’nessa engines
The Nissan R’nessa is a Japanese station wagon from the manufacturer Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Produced from 1997 to 2001. The car was manufactured for the domestic market and in terms of technical characteristics – dimensions and transportation capabilities – actually belonged more to a minivan. The name of the car comes from a combination of words such as “renaissance, rest, comfortable travel.” There was also an export version of the car with an electric motor, designated as the Nissan Altra.
The Nissan R’nessa is listed offered with 2 engines (2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 2.4 liters, power output from 140 to 250 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan KA24DE (about 350,000 km).
Nissan R’nessa engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Nissan R’nessa engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Nissan KA24DE | 1988–2004 | 2.4 L R4 | 140–155 hp | petrol | chain | 4.1 L | ~350,000 km |
| Nissan SR20DET | 1989–2001 | 2.0 L R4 | 200–250 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.7 L | ~300,000 km |
Nissan R’nessa engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan R’nessa?
The Nissan R’nessa was fitted with the Nissan KA24DE and Nissan SR20DET.
Which Nissan R’nessa engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Nissan R’nessa engines are: Nissan KA24DE — about 350,000 km; Nissan SR20DET — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Nissan R’nessa engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan KA24DE — 4.1 L (5W-30 / 5W-40 / 10W-30 / 10W-40); Nissan SR20DET — 3.7 L (5W-30).
Does the Nissan R’nessa have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan KA24DE and Nissan SR20DET.
Was the Nissan R’nessa available with a diesel engine?
No, all Nissan R’nessa engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Nissan SR20DET
If you do not save on oil, this motor quietly drives more than 300 - 350 thousand km.
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