VR30DDTT vs MR20DE
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
MR20DE
BUY
78/100
+3 points over VR30DDTT
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
VR30DDTT
Nissan
0
/ 100
BUY
MR20DE
Nissan
Specifications
VR30DDTT
MR20DE
Brand
Nissan
Nissan
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
75
78
Years
2016--present
2006--2019
Displacement
2997 cc
1997 cc
Layout
V6
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
300--400 hp
140--147 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€500--€2,000
€2,000--€5,200
Character
VR30DDTT
"400Z, Infiniti Q50/Q60. Modern twin-turbo V6. Direct injection. Carbon buildup. Water pump. Gallery gasket concern (early Q50/Q60). Z performance excellent."
MR20DE
"Qashqai/X-Trail port injection. Smooth, adequate. Timing chain. No major issues. Proven daily."
Issues Comparison
VR30DDTT 1
▲ HIGH
Gallery gasket concern (early Q50)
MR20DE 2
▲ HIGH
CVT transmission overheating (separate from engine)
● MODERATE
Timing chain + oil consumption