Nissan QR25DE
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Suzuki Equator engines
The Suzuki Equator is a Japanese mid-size pickup truck manufactured by Nissan Motor Company Ltd. from 2008 to 2012. The model was manufactured in the USA and Canada in two versions – 2- and 4-door body modifications. The translation of the name of the pickup means “equator”. The model is based on the Nissan F-Alpha platform and is equipped with rear and all-wheel drive. In the North American market, cars were also sold under the names Nissan Frontier and Nissan Navara.
The Suzuki Equator was offered with 2 engines between 2008 and 2012 (2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.5 to 4.0 liters, power output from 152 to 265 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan VQ40DE (about 500,000 km).
Suzuki Equator engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Equator 1 (D40) 2008–2012 | |||||||
| Nissan QR25DE | 2008–2012 | 2.5 L R4 | 152 hp | petrol | chain | 5.1 L | ~300,000 km |
| Nissan VQ40DE | 2008–2012 | 4.0 L V6 | 265 hp | petrol | chain | 5.1 L | ~500,000 km |
Suzuki Equator engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Suzuki Equator?
Suzuki Equator 1 (D40) (2008–2012): Nissan QR25DE and Nissan VQ40DE.
Which Suzuki Equator engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Suzuki Equator engines are: Nissan VQ40DE — about 500,000 km; Nissan QR25DE — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Suzuki Equator engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan QR25DE — 5.1 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Nissan VQ40DE — 5.1 L (5W-30 / 5W-40 / 10W-30 / 10W-40).
Does the Suzuki Equator have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan QR25DE and Nissan VQ40DE.
Was the Suzuki Equator available with a diesel engine?
No, all Suzuki Equator engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Nissan VQ40DE
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