MR20DE vs 1.5 dCi (K9K)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Reliability score
Tied
78/100
0
/ 100
BUY
MR20DE
Nissan
0
/ 100
BUY
1.5 dCi (K9K)
Nissan
Specifications
MR20DE
1.5 dCi (K9K)
Brand
Nissan
Nissan
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
78
78
Years
2006--2019
2003--2020
Displacement
1997 cc
1461 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
140--147 hp
90--110 hp
Known Issues
2
0
Total Risk Cost
€2,000--€5,200
€0--€0
Character
MR20DE
"Qashqai/X-Trail port injection. Smooth, adequate. Timing chain. No major issues. Proven daily."
1.5 dCi (K9K)
"Same Renault K9K diesel. Qashqai/Juke. Proven but turbo can wear. DPF care."
Issues Comparison
MR20DE 2
▲ HIGH
CVT transmission overheating (separate from engine)
● MODERATE
Timing chain + oil consumption
1.5 dCi (K9K) 0
No documented issues.