QR20/QR25 vs MR20DE/DD
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
MR20DE/DD
BUY
78/100
+6 points over QR20/QR25
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
QR20/QR25
Nissan
0
/ 100
BUY
MR20DE/DD
Nissan
Specifications
QR20/QR25
MR20DE/DD
Brand
Nissan
Nissan
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
78
Years
2000--2013
2006--present
Displacement
2488 cc
1997 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
140--180 hp
140--150 hp
Known Issues
1
0
Total Risk Cost
€500--€2,000
€0--€0
Character
QR20/QR25
"X-Trail/Primera/Altima. Chain driven. Pre-cat failure can damage engine (ceramic enters cylinders). Timing chain stretch at very high mileage. Butterfly valve in intake. Generally reliable."
MR20DE/DD
"Qashqai/X-Trail engine. Smooth, adequate. Timing chain. No major issues."
Issues Comparison
QR20/QR25 1
▲ HIGH
Pre-cat disintegration
MR20DE/DD 0
No documented issues.