Nissan Ichi Petrol Engines
from £395 to £1,495
Rebuilt units from £995 · Common codes: HR15DE, HR16DE, MR18DE, HR12DE
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Nissan Ichi Petrol Engines
from £395 to £1,495
Rebuilt units from £995 · Common codes: HR15DE, HR16DE, MR18DE, HR12DE
Nissan Ichi Diesel Engines
from £495 to £1,795
Rebuilt units from £1,195 · Common codes: K9K, M9R, YD25
Nissan Ichi Performance Engines
from £1,295 to £2,495
Rebuilt units from £1,495 · Common codes: MR16DDT, MR20DE

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Nissan Ichi variants - compare failure causes, engine codes, fuel types, and price ranges to benchmark what UK drivers are paying.


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Every engine code fitted to the Nissan Ichi across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed diesel engine families across Nissan Ichi variants.

K9K - 1.5L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,095 - £1,395
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan Ichi platform's HR petrol and K9K diesel engines dominate UK replacement enquiries. Timing chain stretch on HR units and injector failure on K9K diesels are the most frequent failure patterns. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum...
Timing Chain Stretch
Most affected vehicles
Nissan Ichi Note E11, Cube Z11/Z12, Juke F15, Micra K13 (2002-2019, HR15DE, HR16DE, HR12DE)
Failure mileage range
50,000-80,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Factory tensioner design allows chain slack under load, causing rattling noise and eventual jump/skip.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Kit | £800 - £1,200 | £450 - £750 | New chain, tensioner, guides fitted | Viable only if caught before jump; 30k-50k mile extension |
| Intermediate - Top-End Refresh | £1,500 - £2,200 | £850 - £1,350 | Chain kit plus valve cover gasket, sensors | Addresses secondary wear; suitable if block is sound |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £2,800 - £4,200 | £995 - £1,495 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded tensioner | Addresses root cause; 12-month warranty; best value for high-mileage cars |
Our recommendation
On a Nissan Ichi worth £1,500-£4,000, a preventative chain kit makes sense only if mileage is under 60k and the engine is otherwise healthy. Once rattling is audible or the chain has jumped, replacement with a rebuilt HR engine featuring upgraded tensioner components is the most reliable long-term solution.
Compare rebuilt HR15DE/HR16DE engine prices for your Nissan Ichi
Every Nissan Ichi engine type is available through our UK network with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code and budget.
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Every displacement fitted to the Nissan Ichi platform is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.5L K9K diesel is the most common diesel engine across the Ichi platform, fitted to Note E11, Micra K12/K13 and early Qashqai J10. Renault-sourced for fuel economy, it's known for injector seal issues at higher mileage.
Engine Code(s)
K9K
Compatible Models (UK)
Note 1.5 dCi (E11, 2005-2012), Micra 1.5 dCi (K12/K13, 2002-2017), Qashqai 1.5 dCi
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Injector seal "Black Death" carbon buildup, turbo oil seal failure, EGR cooler clogging
Production Years: J10, 2007-2013
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The K9K 1.5 dCi dominates diesel Ichi replacements, fitted to Note, Micra and early Qashqai, with injector seal and turbo failures driving most enquiries.
Common Nissan Ichi Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
The K9K 1.5 dCi dominates diesel Ichi replacements, fitted to Note, Micra and early Qashqai, with injector seal and turbo failures driving most enquiries.
Common Nissan Ichi Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
HR series petrol engines (1.2L-1.6L) power most Ichi models, with timing chain stretch on HR15DE/HR16DE being the dominant replacement driver across Note, Cube and Juke.
Common Nissan Ichi Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
The Ichi platform did not offer factory hybrid or electric variants in the UK market during its primary production years (2002-2019).
Nissan Ichi Hybrid Engine Codes
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Important Notes
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Nissan Ichi platform's production timeline (2002-2019), organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
CR14DE- 1.4L petrol (Micra K12 early)
HR15DE- 1.5L petrol (Cube Z11, Micra K12)
K9K- 1.5L diesel (Micra K12)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
CR14DEHR15DEK9K