Equator Pickup 2.5L Petrol Engines
from £1,450 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,450 · Common codes: QR25DE, QR25DE-RE, QR25DE-RM
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Equator Pickup 2.5L Petrol Engines
from £1,450 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,450 · Common codes: QR25DE, QR25DE-RE, QR25DE-RM
Equator Pickup 4.0L V6 Engines
from £2,100 to £4,800
Rebuilt units from £2,100 · Common codes: VQ40DE, VQ40DE-RE, VQ40DE-RM
Nissan Frontier Compatible Engines
from £1,350 to £4,500
Rebuilt units from £1,350 · Common codes: QR25DE, VQ40DE (Frontier D40 cross-reference)

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Every engine code fitted to the Suzuki Equator Pickup 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 Suzuki Equator Pickup variants.

QR25DE - 2.5L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,450 - £3,200
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Suzuki Equator Pickup's QR25DE and VQ40DE petrol engines are generally robust but share known failure patterns documented in Nissan Technical Service Bulletins. 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...
Piston Slap (Cold-Start Knock)
Most affected vehicles
Suzuki Equator Pickup Comfort 2.5, Premium 2.5, Extended Cab 2.5, Crew Cab 2.5 (2009-2012, QR25DE)
Failure mileage range
70,000-110,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Piston skirt wear creates excessive clearance; cold metal expansion causes characteristic knock on start-up. Documented in Nissan TSB NTB10-056.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Piston Ring Replacement - Address early wear before catastrophic damage | £1,800 - £2,600 | £1,200 - £1,900 | Remove cylinder head, replace piston rings and skirts; machine block if required | Viable only if knock is mild and compression tests are good; not suitable for severe cases |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt QR25DE Engine - Complete unit with upgraded pistons | £3,200 - £4,100 | £1,450 - £3,200 | Supply & fit rebuilt engine with revised pistons, tensioners, and gaskets; bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Recommended for high-mileage units or severe knock; addresses root cause permanently |
Our recommendation
If the knock is mild and appears only on cold start, a piston ring replacement may extend life affordably. However, for Equator Pickups over 90k miles or with loud knock, a rebuilt QR25DE with upgraded pistons offers better long-term value and peace of mind.
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Every engine type for the Suzuki Equator Pickup is available through our UK network, with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code (QR25DE/VQ40DE) and budget.
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Every displacement fitted to the Suzuki Equator Pickup in the UK is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 2.5L QR25DE was the entry-level petrol engine across all Equator Pickup trims from 2009-2012. As a rebadged Nissan unit, it offered adequate power for daily use but is known for piston slap and timing tensioner wear on higher-mileage examples.
Engine Code(s)
QR25DE, QR25DE-RE, QR25DE-RM
Compatible Models (UK)
Comfort 2.5, Premium 2.5, Extended Cab 2.5, Crew Cab 2.5
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Piston slap (cold knock), timing chain tensioner wear, EGR cooler leaks
Production Years: 2009-2012
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Choose your Suzuki Equator Pickup engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from the economical QR25DE 2.5L to the powerful VQ40DE 4.0L V6.
All UK Suzuki Equator Pickup models were petrol-only, using Nissan-sourced QR25DE (2.5L I4) or VQ40DE (4.0L V6) engines across 2009-2012 grey imports.
Common Suzuki Equator Pickup Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
All UK Suzuki Equator Pickup models were petrol-only, using Nissan-sourced QR25DE (2.5L I4) or VQ40DE (4.0L V6) engines across 2009-2012 grey imports.
Common Suzuki Equator Pickup Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
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This section covers all engine changes across the Suzuki Equator Pickup's UK grey-import production timeline (2009-2012), organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
QR25DE- 2.5L petrol (Comfort, Premium, Extended Cab, Crew Cab base trims)
VQ40DE- 4.0L V6 petrol (Sport, RMZ-4, higher-spec Crew Cab)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
QR25DEQR25DE-REQR25DE-RMVQ40DEVQ40DE-REVQ40DE-RM