Nissan VG30i engine
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The 3.0-liter Nissan VG30i engine was assembled for a short time, from 1985 to 1989, and quickly gave way to more modern power units with distributed injection. This single-injection gasoline engine was installed only on pickup trucks or SUVs.
К 12-клапанным двс серии VG относят: VG20E, VG20ET, VG30E, VG30ET и VG33E.
Specifications of the Nissan VG30i 3.0 liter engine
Exact volume | 2960 cm³ |
Supply system | single injection |
Internal combustion engine power | 130 - 140 HP |
Torque | 210 - 220 Nm |
Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
Block head | aluminum 12v |
Bore | 87 mm |
Piston stroke | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.0 |
Features of the internal combustion engine | no |
Hydraulic compensators | Yes |
Timing drive | belt |
Phase regulator | no |
Turbocharging | no |
What kind of oil to pour | 3.9 liters 5W-30 |
fuel type | AI-92 |
Environmental class | EURO 1/2 |
Approximate resource | 380 000 km |
The weight of the VG30i engine in the catalog is 220 kg
Engine number VG30i is located at the junction of the block with the box
Fuel consumption VG30i
Using the example of a 1989 Nissan Pathfinder with a manual transmission:
City | 15.6 liters |
Track | 10.6 liters |
Mixed | 12.8 liters |
Similar motors from other manufacturers:
Which cars were equipped with the VG30i engine
Number 1 (D21) | 1985 – 1989 |
Pathfinder 1 (WD21) | 1985 – 1989 |
Terrano 1 (WD21) | 1985 – 1989 |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems Nissan VG30 i
The main failure is breaking off the crankshaft shank and bending the valves.
In second place are pump leaks or failure of hydraulic lifters
A lot of inconvenience causes regular burnout of the exhaust manifold gasket
During removal of the release, the fastening studs often break off and this is a problem.
In all other respects, this engine is very reliable and has a huge resource.