Nissan VG30DE engine
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The 3.0-liter Nissan VG30DE engine was produced by the company from 1986 to 2000 and was installed both in civilian cars and in popular sports models of the 300ZR and 300ZX families. The power unit was offered in a wide range of capacities and was equipped with a phase regulator.
The 24-valve internal combustion engines of the VG series include: VG20DET, VG30DET and VG30DETT.
Specifications of the Nissan VG30DE 3.0 liter engine
| Exact volume | 2960 cm³ |
| Supply system | distribution injection |
| Internal combustion engine power | 185 - 230 HP |
| Torque | 245 - 280 Nm |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Bore | 87 mm |
| Piston stroke | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.0 – 11.0 |
| Features of the internal combustion engine | no |
| Hydraulic compensators | Yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | on the N-VCT intakes |
| Turbocharging | no |
| What kind of oil to pour | 3.4 liters 5W-30 |
| fuel type | AI-92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 2/3 |
| Approximate resource | 375 000 km |
The weight of the VG30DE engine according to the catalog is 230 kg
Engine number VG30DE is located at the junction of the block with the box
Fuel consumption VG30DE
Using the example of a 1995 Nissan Leopard with an automatic transmission:
| City | 14.7 liters |
| Track | 10.7 liters |
| Mixed | 13.1 liters |
Similar motors from other manufacturers:
Which cars were equipped with the VG30DE engine
| 300ZX 3 (Z31) | 1986 – 1989 |
| 300ZX 4 (Z32) | 1989 – 2000 |
| Cedric 7 (Y31) | 1987 – 1991 |
| Cedric 8 (Y32) | 1991 – 1995 |
| Up 1 (Y31) | 1988 – 1991 |
| Glory 9 (Y32) | 1991 – 1995 |
| Leopard 2 (F31) | 1986 – 1992 |
| Leopard 3 (Y32) | 1992 – 1996 |
| J30 1 (Y32) | 1992 – 1997 |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems Nissan VG30 DE
The most problematic is the frequent cracking of the exhaust manifold.
In addition, the exhaust gasket constantly burns and the studs of its fastening break.
Often there is a bend in the valves in the engine due to a broken crankshaft shank
The same thing will happen if the owner skips the timing belt replacement schedule.
After 100 km of run, the pump and the top radiator cap are often changed here.
