Nissan NV200 M20
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
109–394 PS
Elektro Elektro
e-NV200: clean, quiet, joyless
Not ReallyEngine Overview
The Nissan NV200 M20 is available with 3 engine variants — from 65 to 394 hp.
The Nissan 1.5L (Diesel, 110 PS) has the K9K (1.5L) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Nissan 1.6L (Benziner, 110–111 PS) has the HR16DE (1.6L) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Nissan Elektro (Elektro, 109 PS) has the EM57 (Elektro) — rated: "Be Careful", 2 known weaknesses.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 14 weaknesses have been documented for the Nissan NV200 M20 (2009–2025).
NV200 (K9K, 2009–2025) — Be Careful: High-pressure pump metal contamination — total fuel system failure, Timing belt breaks prematurely — injection pump, EGR valve clogged with soot. Power: 110 PS.
NV200 (HR16DE, 2009–2025) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretched, Elevated oil consumption from piston rings, Valve clearances require regular adjustment. Power: 110–111 PS.
NV200 (EM57, 2014–2025) — Be Careful: Accelerated battery degradation (no active cooling), Rapidgate: Charging throttled during repeated fast charging. Power: 109 PS.
What to watch out for with the Nissan NV200? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee