GA Series Petrol Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: GA16DE, GA15DE, GA14DE, GA13DE
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GA Series Petrol Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: GA16DE, GA15DE, GA14DE, GA13DE
A Series RWD Classic Engines
from £900 to £2,200
Rebuilt units from £900 · Common codes: A15, A14, A12

Most replacements completed within 3-5 days.
The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny 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 Sunny variants.

GA16DE - 1.6L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£850 - £2,100
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan Sunny's GA series engines are generally robust but timing chain stretch on GA16DE/GA14DE units and overheating-related head gasket failure on the 1.4L GA14DE dominate UK replacement enquiries. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded timing components and gaskets designed to address these original failure points - plus...
Timing Chain Stretch
Most affected vehicles
Nissan Sunny B13/B14 1.6L GA16DE, 1.4L GA14DE (1990-1998)
Failure mileage range
80,000-120,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Original tensioner design loses pressure over time, allowing chain to stretch and jump timing marks - exacerbated by infrequent oil changes.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Kit | £650 - £950 | £450 - £650 | New chain, guides, tensioner fitted before failure | Viable only if caught early before valve damage |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Engine | £2,400 - £3,200 | £850 - £2,100 | Complete rebuilt GA16DE with upgraded chain system, bench tested, 12-month warranty | Best value for high-mileage or already-failed units |
Our recommendation
If you hear rattling on cold start but the engine still runs smoothly, a preventative chain kit from a specialist offers good value. Once the chain has jumped or you've lost power, replacement with a rebuilt unit including upgraded components is the only reliable solution.
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Every displacement fitted to the Nissan Sunny is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The entry-level 1.3L DOHC GA13DE powered base-spec B13 and B14 Sunny models from 1990-1998, offering adequate economy but modest power - a reliable unit when maintained but crank sensor failures are a known high-mileage issue.
Engine Code(s)
GA13DE
Compatible Models (UK)
B13 1.3L (1990-1994), B14 1.3L
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Crank position sensor failure causing intermittent no-start; idle air control valve sticking at high mileage
Production Years: 1995-1998
Compare Nissan Sunny 1.3L petrol engine prices
Choose your Nissan Sunny engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early A12 classics to the latest QG16DE units.
All UK-market Nissan Sunny models were petrol-powered, spanning OHV A-series classics through DOHC GA-series workhorses to later QG-series units.
Common Nissan Sunny Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
All UK-market Nissan Sunny models were petrol-powered, spanning OHV A-series classics through DOHC GA-series workhorses to later QG-series units.
Common Nissan Sunny Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
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This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Nissan Sunny's UK production history, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt engine prices from specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
A12- 1.2L petrol (base models)
A14- 1.4L petrol (mainstream variants)
A15- 1.5L petrol (higher-spec models)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
A12A14A15