The VG30DET is a 3.0-liter (2,960 cc), 24-valve, quad-cam, VTC-equipped engine equipped with a T3 (Nissan N1 Type) 4-bolt Garrett Turbo running between 7.5 and 11.5 psi. Generating up to 255 hp (190 kW) and measuring 236 lb·ft (320 N·m) per foot depending on boost level, intake manifold, intercooler, and other factors.
While this engine is similar to the VG30DE, it used different heads and inlet manifold. Contrary to popular belief, it was NOT available in the Nissan 300ZR model - the 300ZR only had an early version of the VG30DE (no turbo). The engine was available in the Cedric, Gloria, Cima and Leopard chassis. It's a single-turbo engine that was used from 1987 through 1995 in Japan and the predecessor for the VG30DETT, the engine that was released in the 1990 300ZX Twin-Turbo.
It was available in the following vehicles:
- Nissan Cedric Y32 (1991–1994)
- Nissan Gloria
- Nissan Cima FY31 (1988–1991)
- Nissan Leopard
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