X-Trail Diesel Engines
from £1,800 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,800 · Common codes: M9R, R9M, K9K
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X-Trail Diesel Engines
from £1,800 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,800 · Common codes: M9R, R9M, K9K
X-Trail Petrol Engines
from £1,400 to £2,800
Rebuilt units from £1,400 · Common codes: QR20DE, QR25DE, MR20DE
X-Trail Legacy & Hybrid Engines
from £1,600 to £4,500
Rebuilt units from £1,600 · Common codes: YD22DDTi, KR15DDT, HR13DDT

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail variants.

M9R - 2.0L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,800 - £3,200
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Nissan X-Trail's M9R, R9M and QR/MR engine families dominate UK replacement enquiries. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty. Use the cost comparisons below to decide whether repair or replacement offers...
Nissan X-Trail M9R Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Nissan X-Trail T31/T32 2.0 dCi Acenta, Tekna, N-Connecta (2007-2020, M9R)
Failure mileage range
80,000-120,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Timing chain tensioner wear allows chain stretch, causing cam-crank correlation loss and P0011 fault codes.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Chain Replacement | £1,200 - £1,800 | £800 - £1,200 | Replace chain, tensioner, guides before failure | Viable only if caught early; 40k-60k mile extension |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt M9R Engine | £3,500 - £5,000 | £1,800 - £3,200 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded tensioner, bench tested | Restores like-new reliability; 12-month warranty included |
Our recommendation
If your X-Trail has rattling noise or P0011 codes below 90k miles, preventative chain replacement may save money. Above 100k miles or with loss of power, a rebuilt M9R with updated components offers better long-term value than repeated repairs.
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Every displacement fitted to the Nissan X-Trail across UK generations is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The smallest diesel option, the 1.5L K9K was fitted to entry-level X-Trail variants in select markets; shared with Qashqai, it offers economy but DPF sensitivity on urban use.
Engine Code(s)
K9K
Compatible Models (UK)
Visia 1.5 dCi, Acenta 1.5 dCi
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
DPF clogging on short journeys, turbo actuator faults at 70k+ miles
Production Years: select markets, 2013-2017
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Choose your Nissan X-Trail engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early QR20DE petrol to the latest KR15DDT e-POWER hybrid.
Diesel powered the majority of UK X-Trail sales across T31 and T32 generations, with M9R 2.0 dCi and R9M 1.6 dCi dominating replacement enquiries due to timing chain and DPF concerns.
Common Nissan X-Trail Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Diesel powered the majority of UK X-Trail sales across T31 and T32 generations, with M9R 2.0 dCi and R9M 1.6 dCi dominating replacement enquiries due to timing chain and DPF concerns.
Common Nissan X-Trail Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Petrol X-Trail variants use QR, MR and HR engine families; generally more reliable than diesel but with higher fuel consumption and specific issues like timing cover leaks.
Common Nissan X-Trail Petrol Engine Families
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Typical Petrol Models
T32 hybrid and T33 e-POWER variants use petrol engines as generators for electric drive; complex but efficient, with specialist replacement considerations.
Nissan X-Trail Hybrid Engine Codes
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Important Notes
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This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Nissan X-Trail's UK production history, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
QR20DE- 2.0L petrol (S, SE, Sport)
QR25DE- 2.5L petrol 4WD (SE, Sport, Tekna)
YD22DDTi- 2.2L diesel (Sport, Columbia)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
QR20DEQR25DEYD22DDTi