Presage 2.5 Diesel Engines
from £1,500 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £2,500 · Common codes: YD25DDTi, RD28ET
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Presage 2.5 Diesel Engines
from £1,500 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £2,500 · Common codes: YD25DDTi, RD28ET
Presage 3.5 V6 Engines
from £1,200 to £3,500
Rebuilt units from £2,200 · Common codes: VQ35DE, VQ30DE
Presage 2.5 4-Cyl Engines
from £800 to £2,200
Rebuilt units from £1,500 · Common codes: QR25DE, KA24DE

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Nissan Presage 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 Presage 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 petrol and performance engine families across Nissan Presage variants.

KA24DE - 2.4L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£900 - £1,600
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan Presage relies on proven VQ, QR and YD engine families, but specific weak points drive UK replacement demand. Reconditioned and rebuilt units supplied through EngineMarket include upgraded timing components, revised gaskets, and bench-tested oil pressure systems, all backed by a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty. Below we break down the...
Nissan Presage VQ35DE Oil Gallery Gasket Failure
Most affected vehicles
Nissan Presage V, Highway Star, Rider (2003-2009, VQ35DE 3.5L V6)
Failure mileage range
60,000 - 100,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
The factory rubber oil gallery gasket deteriorates and shifts, blocking oil flow to the timing chain tensioners and top-end components.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Oil Pressure Diagnostic & Gasket Check | £300 - £500 | £200 - £400 | Verify gallery pressure, inspect gasket position, replace if accessible | Viable only if caught before chain wear begins |
| Intermediate - Gallery Gasket & Tensioner Replacement | £1,200 - £1,800 | £850 - £1,400 | Strip top end, replace gallery seal, install revised tensioners | Extends life by 20k-40k miles if block is undamaged |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt VQ35DE Engine | £2,800 - £4,500 | £2,200 - £3,800 | Supply & fit reconditioned V6 with upgraded gasket kit, new chains, bench testing | Restores factory oil pressure, 12-month warranty included |
Our recommendation
On a U31 Presage with VQ35 rattle or low oil pressure warnings, driving further risks total bearing failure. We recommend immediate specialist diagnostics. If metal debris is in the sump or chain noise is pronounced, a rebuilt engine with an upgraded gallery seal is more cost-effective than repeated top-end repairs.
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Every displacement fitted to the Presage across U30 and U31 generations is listed below, with compatible engine codes, model years and common failure notes.
The 2.5-litre turbo-diesel powered early U30 imports, delivering strong low-end torque ideal for heavy MPV use. This common-rail unit shares architecture with early X-Trail and Serena diesel applications but is uniquely tuned for Presage vehicle weight. Long-term reliability depends heavily on lower timing chain maintenance and injector coding.
Engine Code(s)
YD25DDTi
Compatible Models (UK)
G Diesel, J Diesel, XG Diesel
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Lower simplex timing chain stretch before 80,000 km, injector driver ECU faults
Production Years: U30, 1998-2003
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The U30-only 2.5L turbo-diesel delivers strong towing torque but carries a documented lower timing chain vulnerability requiring early preventative replacement.
Common Nissan Presage Diesel Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Diesel Models
The U30-only 2.5L turbo-diesel delivers strong towing torque but carries a documented lower timing chain vulnerability requiring early preventative replacement.
Common Nissan Presage Diesel Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Diesel Models
Four-cylinder and V6 petrol options span both generations, with the QR25DE and VQ35DE dominating UK replacement enquiries due to chain stretch and oil gallery weaknesses.
Common Nissan Presage Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
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This section covers all major engine changes across the U30 and U31 generations, organised so UK import owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
KA24DEVQ30DE