Higher reliability score
MR20DE/DD BUY 78/100
+3 points over VR30DDTT
0 / 100
BUY MR20DE/DD Nissan
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE VR30DDTT Nissan

Specifications

MR20DE/DD
VR30DDTT
Brand
Nissan
Nissan
Verdict
BUY
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
78
75
Years
2006--present
2016--present
Displacement
1997 cc
2997 cc
Layout
I4
V6
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
140--150 hp
300--400 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€2,000--€5,200
€500--€2,000

Character

MR20DE/DD

"Qashqai/X-Trail engine. Smooth, adequate. Timing chain. No major issues."

VR30DDTT

"400Z, Infiniti Q50/Q60. Modern twin-turbo V6. Direct injection. Carbon buildup. Water pump. Gallery gasket concern (early Q50/Q60). Z performance excellent."

Issues Comparison

MR20DE/DD 2

▲ HIGH
CVT transmission overheating (separate from engine) €1,500--€4,000 80,000 km--150,000 km
● MODERATE
Timing chain + oil consumption €500--€1,200 80,000 km--150,000 km

VR30DDTT 1

▲ HIGH
Gallery gasket concern (early Q50) €500--€2,000 40,000 km--100,000 km

Models

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