Nissan VG30E
The main problem is the bending of the valves due to the breaking of the crankshaft shank.
Nissan Terrano engines
The Nissan Terrano is a Japanese compact crossover vehicle from Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. It began to be produced again in 2013 in India, in 2014 – in Russia. The car is a modification of the more opulent Renault Duster, as an option for fast-growing markets. Previously produced cars under the Nissan Terrano brand are completely different cars, their characteristics are lower. The model has a front- and all-wheel drive layout. The translation of the name from Latin means “earthly”.
The Nissan Terrano was offered with 10 engines since 1985 (6 petrol, 4 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 3.2 liters, power output from 80 to 200 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 4 a timing belt. 4 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan QD32ETi (about 400,000 km).
Nissan Terrano engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Terrano 1 (WD21) 1985–1995 | |||||||
| Nissan VG30i | 1985–1989 | 3.0 L V6 | 130–140 hp | petrol | belt | 3.9 L | ~380,000 km |
| Nissan TD27 | 1986–1995 | 2.7 L R4 | 80–125 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | gears | 5.9–7.2 L | ~400,000 km |
| Nissan VG30E | 1990–1995 | 3.0 L V6 | 150–180 hp | petrol | belt | 3.9 L | ~390,000 km |
| Nissan Terrano II (R20) 1993–2006 | |||||||
| Nissan KA24E | 1993–1996 | 2.4 L R4 | 115–140 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~375,000 km |
| Nissan TD27ETi | 1996–1999 | 2.7 L R4 | 130 hp | diesel, turbo | gears | 7.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Nissan ZD30 | 1999–2006 | 3.0 L R4 | 105–170 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | chain | 6.3–6.9 L | ~250,000 km |
| Nissan Terrano 2 (R50) 1995–1999 | |||||||
| Nissan QD32ETi | 1995–1999 | 3.2 L R4 | 150 hp | diesel, turbo | gears | 6.9 L | ~400,000 km |
| Nissan Terrano 3 (D10) 2014–present | |||||||
| Renault K4M | 2014–2016 | 1.6 L R4 | 90–133 hp | petrol | belt | 4.8 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault F4R | 2014–present | 2.0 L R4 | 135–200 hp | petrol | belt | 5.9 L | ~350,000 km |
| Renault H4M | 2016–present | 1.6 L R4 | 110–115 hp | petrol | chain | 4.6 L | ~300,000 km |
Nissan Terrano engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Nissan Terrano?
Nissan Terrano 1 (WD21) (1985–1995): Nissan VG30i, Nissan TD27 and Nissan VG30E; Nissan Terrano II (R20) (1993–2006): Nissan KA24E, Nissan TD27ETi and Nissan ZD30; Nissan Terrano 2 (R50) (1995–1999): Nissan QD32ETi; Nissan Terrano 3 (D10) (2014–present): Renault K4M, Renault F4R and Renault H4M.
Which Nissan Terrano engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Nissan Terrano engines are: Nissan QD32ETi — about 400,000 km; Nissan TD27 — about 400,000 km; Renault K4M — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Nissan Terrano engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan KA24E — 4.3 L (5W-30); Nissan QD32ETi — 6.9 L (10W-30); Nissan TD27 — 5.9–7.2 L (10W-30); Nissan TD27ETi — 7.2 L (10W-30); Nissan VG30E — 3.9 L (5W-30); Nissan VG30i — 3.9 L (5W-30); Nissan ZD30 — 6.3–6.9 L (5W-30); Renault F4R — 5.9 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault H4M — 4.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault K4M — 4.8 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Nissan Terrano have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan KA24E, Nissan ZD30 and Renault H4M; timing belt: Nissan VG30E, Nissan VG30i, Renault F4R and Renault K4M; gear drive: Nissan QD32ETi, Nissan TD27 and Nissan TD27ETi. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Nissan Terrano available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Nissan QD32ETi, Nissan TD27, Nissan TD27ETi and Nissan ZD30.
Engine details
Nissan TD27
The engine has a huge resource, but few people like noise and vibration.
Nissan VG30i
The main failure is breaking off the crankshaft shank and bending the valves.
Nissan KA24E
Most often, owners complain about very high fuel consumption or oil consumption.
Nissan QD32ETi
This engine is very noisy and vibration-loaded due to the timing gear drive.
Nissan TD27ETi
All the most common breakdowns of this diesel engine are somehow connected with the high pressure fuel pump.
Renault F4R
The first versions of the unit had a compression ratio of about 10 and were considered very reliable, however, when switching to…
Renault K4M
In the modifications of this motor with a phase regulator, it is he who is the weak link. Sometimes it starts to…
Renault H4M
The most notorious problem with this very reliable engine is lubricant consumption. Oil consumption may appear immediately or when the engine mileage…
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