The 2.0-liter Nissan CD20T turbodiesel engine was manufactured in Japan between 1991 and 2002 and installed in the company’s highly sought-after models, including the Primera, Serena, and Avenir. Additionally, a CD20ETi version with an intercooler and a CD20ET version with an electronic high pressure fuel pump are available.
The CD17 and CD20 internal combustion engines are also part of the CD series.
The engine was mounted on:
- Nissan Avenir 1 (W10) in 1993 – 1998;
- Nissan Avenir 2 (W11) in 1998 – 2000;
- Nissan Primera 2 (P11) in 1996 – 2002;
- Nissan Serena C23 in 1991 – 2002.
Specifications
| Production years | 1991-2002 |
| Displacement, cc | 1973 |
| Fuel system | vortex chamber |
| Power output, hp | 90 |
| Torque output, Nm | 174 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 88 |
| Compression ratio | 22.2 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | as option |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.5 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 1/2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Nissan Primera 1997) — city — highway — combined |
8.6 5.7 6.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~230 000 |
| Weight, kg | 200 |
Disadvantages of the CD20T engine
They frequently voice complaints regarding the cooling system’s airing on specialized forums;
Overheating, blown gaskets, and cylinder head cracks have been reported by numerous owners;
Because the valve bends when the timing belt breaks, it is crucial to adhere to the replacement schedule;
Even in the secondary market, the turbine’s frequent failures are costly;
Compression in the cylinders typically starts to decrease after a run of 200–250 thousand kilometers.