Renault - Nissan V9x engine

The 3.0-liter Renault and Nissan V9X or 3.0 dCi diesel engine was installed from 2008 to 2015 and used in models such as Laguna, Pathfinder, Navara, and Infinity crossover cars. This diesel engine has gained a controversial reputation in our market due to its very expensive repairs. Currently, there is only one engine in the V-series engine lineup.

Technical engine specifications of Renault-Nissan V9X 3.0 dCi.

TypV-type
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power230 - 240 HP
Torque450 - 550 nm
Compression ratio16
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 5

Fuel consumption Renault - Nissan V9x engine

Using the example of the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 dCi with an automatic transmission:
City12.5 litry
Route7.5 litry
Mixed9.3 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The weight of the V9X engine is 185 kg (without attachments). The V9X engine number is located between the cylinder heads. Due to very narrow crankshaft journals, the diesel engine is extremely sensitive to oil pressure, and any decrease in oil pump performance can cause the crankshaft bearings to rotate. There have been many cases reported of the oil filter seal ring getting into the oil pump, which often leads to engine failure. The oil consumption rings can become worn at around 100,000 km, resulting in oil consumption, but the worst-case scenario is if the compression ring gets pushed out and causes scoring on the cylinder wall. There are no repair sizes available for the pistons, and it is not possible to simply hone the cylinders. The timing chain often stretches after 100,000 - 150,000 kilometers of active driving. The kit is not expensive, but replacing it requires removing the entire power unit. The intercooler in this engine has a very modest lifespan and comes at a high price. Sometimes it can develop leaks at around 50,000 - 70,000 km, and welding doesn't provide a long-term solution. The EGR valve with an integrated cooler is quite expensive, and it tends to get clogged very quickly to a point where it cannot be cleaned. Fortunately, it can be deactivated.

Engine Renault - Nissan V9x

Infiniti
EX30d 1 (J50)2010 - 2013
FX30d 2 (S51)2010 - 2013
M30d 4 (Y51)2010 - 2013
Q70 1 (Y51)2013 - 2014
QX50 1 (J50)2013 - 2015
QX70 1 (S51)2013 - 2015
Nissan
Navara 2 (D40)2010 - 2015
Pathfinder 3 (R51)2010 - 2014
Renault
Latitude 1 (L70)2011 - 2012
Laguna 3 (X91)2008 - 2013
Laguna 3 Coupe (D91)2008 - 2013

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See Also

Renault F9q engine

The 1.9-liter Renault F9Q or 1.9 dCi diesel engine was produced by the company from 1998 to 2012 and was not only installed in their own models: such an engine was also found in Suzuki, Mitsubishi, and Volvo. Three generations of this engine can be distinguished according to Euro 3, Euro 4, and Euro 5 emission standards. The F-series diesel engines also include: F8M, F8Q, and F9Qt.

Renault P9x engine

The 3.0-liter diesel engine Renault P9X or 3.0 dci was supplied by Isuzu from 2002 to 2010 and installed in the largest models of the company at that time, such as Espace and Vel Satis. This diesel engine is called Isuzu 6DE1 and is also known as Saab D308L, Opel Y30DT or Z30DT. Currently, there is only one engine in the P series engine lineup.

Renault F8q engine

The 1.9-liter Renault F8Q diesel engine was produced by the company's factory from 1988 to 2006 and was installed in cars such as Kangoo, Clio, Megane, Scenic, as well as Mitsubishi Carisma and Volvo S40. There was a naturally aspirated version with 64 horsepower and a turbocharged modification with 90 horsepower. Other engines in the F series include: F8M, F9Q, and F9Qt.

Renault J8s engine

The 2.1-liter Renault J8S diesel engine was installed at the company's factory from 1979 to 1997 and used in many popular models of that era, such as Espace, Safrane, and Jeep Cherokee. There were two versions of this engine available: a naturally aspirated one with 64 horsepower and a turbocharged one with 88 horsepower. The J series family also includes: J7R and J7T.

Hyundai G4ek engine

The 1.5-liter 12-valve Hyundai G4EK engine was produced by the company from 1991 to 2000 and installed in popular models of the Korean conglomerate, such as the Accent, Lantra, and Scoupe. In addition to the naturally aspirated version of this engine, there was also a rare turbocharged version. The Alpha series also includes: G4EA, G4EB, G4EC, G4ED, G4EE, G4EH, and G4ER.

Hyundai D4ha engine

The 2.0-liter Hyundai D4HA 2.0 CRDi diesel engine has been manufactured in Korea since 2009 and is installed in many popular crossovers of the company, such as Sportage, Tucson, and Santa Fe. There are two different versions of this engine with power outputs of 136 or 185 horsepower. The R family also includes diesel engines: D4HB, D4HC, D4HD, D4HE, and D4HF.