Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol
Nissan Pathfinder 1990 3.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol has been produced from January, 1990 to December, 1994. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 153 horsepower and torque 244 Nm (Newton metres).
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 350 000 and 580 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Nissan Pathfinder 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.9 litres.
Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.

Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol technical data
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1990. January ... 1994. December | ||
Engine: | 2960 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 153 HP | Torque: | 244 NM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.37m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.67m (height) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 890 litres |
Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol engine VG30E
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 350,000 to 580,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2960 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 9 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Pathfinder 1990 1990 3.0 petrol oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.9 litres (4.1 quarts) |
Power | 150 - 180 HP |
Torque | 240 - 260 NM |
Start of production (year) | 1983 |
Duration of production | 16 years |
Most often compared to
All Nissan Pathfinder crossover [1990 - 1994] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Nissan Pathfinder 1990 3.0 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 153 HP | - |