Nissan VR engine

The VR is a series of twin-turbo DOHC V6 automobile engines from Nissan with displacements varying from 3.0 to 3.8 L (2,997 to 3,799 cc). An evolution of the widely successful VQ series, it also draws on developments from the VRH, JGTC, and Nissan R390 GT1 Le Mans racing engines.

Nissan VR engine
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan (Nissan Machinery)
Production	2007–present
Layout
Configuration	60° V6
Displacement	3.0 L (2,997 cc) 3.8 L (3,799 cc)
Cylinder bore	86 mm (3.39 in) 95.5 mm (3.76 in)
Piston stroke	86 mm (3.39 in) 88.4 mm (3.48 in)
Block material	Aluminum
Head material	Aluminum
Valvetrain	DOHC, 4 valves x cyl.
Compression ratio	9.0:1, 10.3:1
Combustion
Turbocharger	Twin-turbo
Fuel system	Fuel injection/Direct injection
Fuel type	Gasoline
Cooling system	Water-cooled
Dimensions
Dry weight	429.5 lb (194.8 kg) (VR30DDTT) 608 lb (276 kg) (VR38DETT)
Chronology
Predecessor	Nissan VQ engine, RB26DETT

DDTT series

VR30DDTT

Announced by Infiniti on December 15, 2015 the VR30DDTT[1] was first made available in the Infiniti Q50 sedan, followed by the Infiniti Q60 coupé a year later. Both platforms come in a 300 and 400 hp (224 and 298 kW) version.[2] It is on the Ward's 10 Best Engines list for 2017 and 2018.

Features:[3]

• Aluminium block with arc sprayed mirror coating to cylinder bores
• Aluminium cylinder head
• Lightweight resin intake and lower oil pan
• Compact twin direct-mount turbos with integrated exhaust manifold and electronic wastegate actuator
• Twin water-to-air charge coolers with one 300 hp (224 kW)/two 400 hp (298 kW) water pumps
• Electronically controlled variable displacement oil pump
• Intake: electronic Variable valve timing Control (VTC)
• Exhaust: hydraulic continuously variable VTC
• Fuel system: direct injection

Nissan VR30DDTT Engine at Nissan's Engine Museum in Yokohama, Japan

Applications:

Years	Model	Power output
2016-present	Infiniti Q50	300–400 hp (224–298 kW)
2017-present	Infiniti Q60	300–400 hp (224–298 kW)
2019-present	Nissan Skyline	300–400 hp (224–298 kW)

Production

Production of the VR30DDTT engine began in 2016 at the powertrain plant in Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan.[4][5][6]

DETT series

Nissan VR38DETT Engine at Nissan Engine Museum in Yokohama, Japan

Nissan VR38DETT Engine at Nissan Engine Museum in Yokohama, Japan

Nissan VR38DETT Engine at Nissan Engine Museum in Yokohama, Japan

Nissan VR38DETT Engine at Nissan Engine Museum in Yokohama, Japan

VR38DETT

Designated the VR38DETT by Nissan, the engine is currently used in the 2007–present Nissan GT-R[7] and the limited production Nissan Juke-R.

The VR38DETT features 24 valves controlled by dual overhead camshafts (2 per cylinder head) with variable valve timing on the intake only. The block is cast aluminium with 0.15 mm (0.0059 in) plasma-sprayed cylinder liner bores. This coating provides a hard protective layer for the piston rings to slide on as the piston moves up and down during its power cycle. The turbine housings for the two IHI turbochargers are integrated into the exhaust manifolds to decrease weight and bolster vehicle balance. The engine also features a pressurized lubrication system controlled thermostatically. The VR38DETT is equipped with a feedback control system that changes air fuel ratio depending on the engine load which has a significant effect on reducing the fuel consumption.[8]

Since 2011 all VR38DETTs produced have come with a red top engine cover.

Fully equipped with the first set of catalytic converters, turbos, all of the engine driven accessories, front differential assembly, and turbo outlet pipes, the engine weighs 608 lb (276 kg).[9]

Other pertinent features of the VR38DETT include:

• Continuously variable valve timing control system (CVTCS) on intake valves
• Aluminum cylinder block with high-endurance/low-friction plasma-sprayed bores
• Iridium-tipped spark plugs
• Electronic drive-by-wire throttle
• Multi port fuel injection
• Pressurized lubrication system with thermostatically controlled cooling and magnesium oil sump
• Fully symmetrical dual intake and low back-pressure exhaust system
• Secondary air intake system to rapidly heat catalysts to peak cleaning efficiency
• 50 State LEV2/ULEV

Applications:

Years	Model	Power output
2008–2011	Nissan GT-R CBA-R35	480–485 hp (358–362 kW)
2012–present	Nissan GT-R DBA-R35	530–565 hp (395–421 kW)
2014–present	Nissan GT-R Nismo	600 hp (447 kW)
2020	Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign	710 hp (529 kW)
2012–present	Nissan Juke-R (limited production run)
2014	Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge Prototype (Concept car)	560 hp (418 kW)
Racing:
2012–present	Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3	500 hp (373 kW)
2014–present	Renault R.S. 01	500 hp (373 kW)+[10]
2017–present	Nissan Onroak DPi (Ligier JS P217)

VR38DETT NISMO Engine Tuning Menu Concept (2016)

It is a version of VR38DETT engine used in Nissan GT-R, with GT3-spec camshaft, connecting rod and connecting rod bolt, intercooler, intercooler piping, turbocharger, NISMO 1st and 2nd catalyzers, titanium muffler.

The engine was unveiled in 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon.[11][12]

Production

The engines are hand built by only four specially trained mechanics called "Takumi Craftsmens" on a special line at Nissan's Yokohama plant and their names are badged on every GT-R engine. The cars are built at their Tochigi plant on a shared production line.[13][14][15][16][17]

Engine reference

Engine code	Vehicle	Year	Displacement	Bore x stroke	Weight	C.R.	Max. power	Max. torque	Features
VR38DETT	Nissan GT-R	2007–current	3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in)	95.5 mm × 88.4 mm (3.76 in × 3.48 in)	approx.608 lb (276 kg)	9.0:1	approx. 480–565 hp (358–421 kW) @ 6400 rpm 600 hp (447 kW) @ 6800 rpm (NISMO) 710 hp (529 kW) (GT-R50)	588–652 N⋅m (434–481 lbf⋅ft) @ 3200-6000 rpm 780 N⋅m (575 lbf⋅ft) (GT-R50)	DOHC per bank Variable inlet cam phasing Twin Turbo
VR30DDTT	Infiniti Q50/Nissan Skyline	2016–current	2,997 cc (3.0 L; 182.9 cu in)	86 mm × 86 mm (3.39 in × 3.39 in)	approx.429.5 lb (194.8 kg)	10.3:1	approx. 400 hp (298 kW) @ 6400 rpm (High Output) 300 hp (224 kW) @ 6400 rpm (Standard Output)	475 N⋅m (350 lbf⋅ft) @ 1600-5200 rpm (High output) 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) @ 1600-5200 rpm (standard output)	High pressure multi-split direct injection DOHC per bank Variable inlet and outlet cam phasing Twin Turbo

See also

• Nissan GT-R
• Infiniti Q50
• Infiniti Q60
• List of Nissan engines
• Nissan

References

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