Kubistar 1.5 dCi Diesel Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: K9K 700, K9K 702, K9K 792, K9K-700-A
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Kubistar 1.5 dCi Diesel Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: K9K 700, K9K 702, K9K 792, K9K-700-A
Kubistar 1.6 Petrol Engines
from £750 to £1,900
Rebuilt units from £750 · Common codes: K7M 700, K7J 700, D7F 700
Kubistar Euro 4 Compliant Engines
from £1,100 to £2,600
Rebuilt units from £1,100 · Common codes: K9K 792, K9K-702-B

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Nissan Kubistar 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 Kubistar 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 Kubistar variants.

K9K 700 - 1.5L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£850 - £1,800
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan Kubistar's Renault-sourced K9K diesel dominates UK replacement enquiries, with injector seals, turbo actuators and EGR systems the most frequent failure points. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage...
K9K Injector Seal Leak
Most affected vehicles
Nissan Kubistar 1.5 dCi Panel Van, Crew Van, Combi (2003-2009, K9K 700/702/792)
Failure mileage range
60,000-90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Copper washer seals harden and crack under heat cycles, allowing diesel to leak into the cylinder head and cause characteristic knocking.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Seal Replacement | £400 - £750 | £250 - £450 | Remove injectors, replace copper washers and seals, recalibrate | Viable only if caught early before head damage; 20k-40k mile extension |
| Intermediate - Injector Refurb | £800 - £1,400 | £500 - £900 | Remove, test and refurbish injectors plus seal kit | Suitable for moderate wear; addresses flow calibration issues |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt K9K Engine | £2,200 - £3,800 | £850 - £2,400 | Supply & fit rebuilt engine with upgraded seals, bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Best value for vans over 100k miles or with secondary issues |
Our recommendation
On a Kubistar worth £2,000-£4,000 with under 80k miles, seal replacement offers sensible value if no other faults exist. For higher mileage or multiple issues, a rebuilt K9K with upgraded seals delivers better long-term uptime and resale protection.
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Every displacement fitted to the Nissan Kubistar is listed below with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure points to help you identify the correct replacement unit.
The 1.5L K9K diesel powered the majority of UK Kubistar vans from launch to end of production, offering strong low-end torque for commercial use but requiring attention to injector seals and turbo maintenance at higher mileages.
Engine Code(s)
K9K 700, K9K 702, K9K 792, K9K-700-A, K9K-702-B
Compatible Models (UK)
1.5 dCi Panel Van (2003-2009), 1.5 dCi Crew Van (2006-2009), 1.5 dCi Combi (2007-2009), short/long wheelbase variants
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Injector copper washer seal leak, turbo actuator sticking, EGR cooler leakage on Euro 4 units
Production Years: Check by registration
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Choose your Nissan Kubistar engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early 1.2 petrol panel vans to the latest 1.5 dCi Euro 4 crew vans.
The K9K 1.5L diesel powered most UK Kubistar vans, dominating replacement enquiries due to high commercial mileage and known injector/turbo failure patterns.
Common Nissan Kubistar Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
The K9K 1.5L diesel powered most UK Kubistar vans, dominating replacement enquiries due to high commercial mileage and known injector/turbo failure patterns.
Common Nissan Kubistar Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Petrol Kubistars used Renault-sourced K7J/K7M/D7F engines, offering simpler maintenance but higher fuel costs; less common in commercial fleets but valued for budget replacements.
Common Nissan Kubistar Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
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This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Nissan Kubistar's UK production run, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
K9K700 - 1.5L diesel (70hp) (1.5 dCi Panel/Crew Van)
D7F700 - 1.2L petrol (58hp) (1.2 Petrol Panel Van)
K7J700 - 1.4L petrol (75hp) (1.4 Petrol Panel Van)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
K9K 700D7F 700K7J 700K9K-700-A