The 3.0-liter Nissan VQ30DD engine was produced from 1996 to 2004 in several versions and installed in popular models such as Cedric, Leopard, Stagea, and Skyline. This power unit is known for its demanding approach to the quality of fuel used. The VQ30 engine group includes: VQ30DE, VQ30DET, VQ35DE, VQ35DD, VQ35HR, and VQ37VHR.
| Exact capacity | 2987 cm³ |
| Power system | NEO-Di direct injection. |
| Engine power | 230 - 260 HP |
| Torque | 295 - 325 nm |
| Engine block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder diameter | 93 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 73.3 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11 |
| Engine features | NDIS |
| Hydraulic compensator. | there is no |
| Timing drive | three chains |
| Timing phase adjuster | eVTC |
| Turbocharging | there is no |
| What oils to use | 4.7 liters 5W-30 |
| Fuel type | 98 |
| Environmental class | EURO 4/5 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 300 000 HP |
| City | 14.2 litry |
| Route | 8.6 litry |
| Mixed | 10.4 litry |
The weight of the VQ30DD engine according to the catalog is 190 kg. The engine number for the VQ30DD is located at the junction of the block and the gearbox. Many problems with this engine are related to the consumption of low-quality fuel. The injectors in the engine constantly become clogged, causing the fuel injection pump or MAF sensor to fail. Deposits on the intake valves often lead to detonation issues. Poor gasoline destroys the catalyst, and its particles get sucked into the combustion chamber. This is why there are scratches on the cylinder walls and oil consumption increases.
| Cedric 10 (Y34) | 1999 - 2004 |
| Gloria 11 (Y34) | 1999 - 2004 |
| Leopard 4 (Y33) | 1996 - 1999 |
| Skyline 11 (V35) | 2001 - 2004 |
| Stagea 2 (M35) | 2001 - 2004 |
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