It uses a similar block design to the VQ30DE, but adds variable valve timing ( CVTCS). The 3.5 L (3,498 cc) VQ35DE is used in many modern Nissan vehicles. Bore and stroke remain the same at 93 mm × 73.3 mm (3.66 in × 2.89 in) respectively, and it has a compression ratio of 9.0:1. The 3.0 L (2,987 cc) VQ30DET is a turbocharged version of the VQ30DE. 2002–2004 Dallara SN01, World Series by Nissan.The 1995–1999 US spec VQ30DE was equipped with only a single runner intake manifold. The engine was used in the 2000–2001 Nissan Maxima and adds a true dual-runner intake manifold for better high-end performance compared to some earlier Japanese and Middle-East market versions of this engine (2000-2001 Infiniti I30 models added an additional fenderwell intake, boosting power to 227 PS (224 hp 167 kW)). The K designation stands for the Japanese word kaizen which translates to 'improvement'. It is an aluminum open deck block design with microfinished internals and a relatively light weight.Īn improved version of the VQ30DE is known by the designation VQ30DE-K. The VQ30DE was on the Ward's 10 Best Engines list from 1995 through 2001. The VQ series replaced the VG series of engines. The VQ series engine was honored by Ward's 10 Best Engines list almost every year from the list's inception. Later versions feature various implementations of variable valve timing and replace MPFI with direct fuel injection (marketed as NEO-Di). It is fitted with Nissan's EGI/ECCS sequential multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) system.

It is an aluminum block DOHC 4-valve (per cylinder) design with aluminum heads.

The VQ is a family of V6 24V automobile engines developed by Nissan with displacements varying from 2.0 L to 4.0 L.

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