Presea GA16DE Engines
from £850 to £2,100
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: GA16DE, GA15DE, SR18DE, SR20DE
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Presea GA16DE Engines
from £850 to £2,100
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: GA16DE, GA15DE, SR18DE, SR20DE
Presea Gran Turismo Engines
from £1,200 to £2,800
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: SR18DE, SR20DE, GA16DE
Presea Base Trim Engines
from £750 to £1,900
Rebuilt units from £750 · Common codes: GA15DE, GA16DE

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

GA15DE - 1.5L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£750 - £1,600
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan Presea's GA and SR series petrol engines are generally robust but suffer from age-related wear common to 1990s JDM imports. Timing chain guide wear on GA16DE units and oil consumption on SR18DE engines dominate replacement enquiries. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the...
Nissan Presea GA16DE Timing Chain Guide Failure
Most affected vehicles
Nissan Presea VZ, VZ Auto (1990-1993, GA16DE)
Failure mileage range
70k-110k miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Plastic timing chain guides become brittle with age and heat, leading to rattle, jump, and potential valve damage on cold starts.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Guide Inspection | £400-£700 | £250-£450 | Remove cover, inspect guides, replace if cracked | Temporary fix; guides likely to fail again soon |
| Intermediate - Chain Kit Replace | £1,200-£2,100 | £750-£1,400 | Full timing chain, guides, tensioner replacement | 40k-60k miles if oil changes maintained |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £2,400-£4,200 | £850-£2,100 | Supply & fit rebuilt GA16DE with upgraded guides | Lifetime solution with 12-month warranty |
Our recommendation
On a Presea worth £1,500-£4,000, a full rebuilt engine often represents better long-term value than repeated chain repairs, especially with upgraded guides included.
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Every displacement fitted to the Nissan Presea is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.5L GA15DE powered entry-level Presea X models throughout the R10 production run, offering economical running and simple SOHC design ideal for daily grey import use with widespread parts compatibility.
Engine Code(s)
GA15DE
Compatible Models (UK)
X, X Manual, X Auto
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing chain guide wear, coil pack failure, water pump seal leaks
Production Years: R10, 1990-1995
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All Nissan Presea variants were petrol-only, with GA and SR series engines covering economical daily driving through to enthusiast performance across the 1990-1995 R10 generation.
Common Nissan Presea Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
All Nissan Presea variants were petrol-only, with GA and SR series engines covering economical daily driving through to enthusiast performance across the 1990-1995 R10 generation.
Common Nissan Presea Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
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This section covers all major engine changes across the Nissan Presea's 1990-1995 production timeline, organised so grey import owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
GA15DE- 1.5L petrol (X trim)
GA16DE- 1.6L petrol (VZ trim, early revision)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
GA15DEGA16DEGA16DE-1