VK56DE Nissan VK56DE

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Brand: Nissan Type: Petrol Configuration: V8 Production Years: 2004 - 2020 Production: Tennessee, USA
54 Brand engines
24 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 5.6 L (5,552 cc)
Configuration V8
Number of Cylinders 8
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 305 - 400 л.с.
Torque 400 - 550 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 98.00 mm
Piston Stroke 92.00 mm
Compression Ratio 9.8:1
Firing Order 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Fuel System Multi-point Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 5,800 rpm
Max Torque RPM 3,600 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Chain
Timing Chain Replacement 200000 or as needed
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Engine Weight 220 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H) 800 × 600 × 600 mm
Lubrication System Pressure lubrication
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family Nissan VK engine series
Manufacturing Plant Tennessee, USA

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 5.5 L (with filter: 6 L)
Recommended Viscosity 5W-30, 10W-30
Oil Standard API SN, ILSAC GF-5
Recommended Brands Castrol Edge, Mobil 1, Valvoline
Oil Change Interval 8 000 km or 6 mo
Oil Filter 15208-9E000
Air Filter 16546-9E000
Replace every 48 000 km
Spark Plugs Type: Iridium
Part number: 22401-9E000
Gap: 1.1 mm
Quantity: 8 pcs
Replace every 96 000 km
Coolant Capacity 10 L
Coolant Type G12/G13 (Nissan Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 240 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 88°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 110°C
Critical Temperature 120°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 600-800 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 8/10

Expected lifespan: 300 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Oil consumption issues Medium 100000-150000 km $500-1000
Timing chain tensioner noise Medium 80000-120000 km $300-600

Known defects

  • Some early models had oil leaks
  • Timing chain guide wear

Warranty extensions

  • Nissan offers extended warranty options for engine-related issues

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 500 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 350 hp 500 Nm ECU remap only
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$600
Stage 2 400 hp 550 Nm ECU, Випускна система
Required: Cold air intake, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Low 		$1500
Stage 3 450 hp 600 Nm -
Required: Upgraded exhaust, High-performance fuel injectors, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Medium 		$3000

Popular modifications

  • Cold air intake
  • High-performance exhaust system
  • ECU tuning

Tuning limitations

  • Stock internals may limit power above 450hp
  • Cooling system upgrades recommended for high power levels

Детальні технічні характеристики

9
модифікацій
305–317
к.с.

Спільні характеристики

Boost type none
Capacity 5552 cm3
Car class J
Compression ratio 9.8
Country Japan
Cylinder layout V-type
Engine code VK56DE
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine type Gasoline
Front suspension Independent, spring
Injection type distributed injection (multipoint)
Number of cylinders 8
Steering wheel position Left
Timing belt DOHC
Valves per cylinder 4

Модифікації двигуна

5.6 AT (317 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic Patrol 6 (Y62) [рест.] 2014–2019
317 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98.0 mm
Engine model vk56de
Fuel tank capacity 140 l
Max trunk capacity 3170 l
Maximum torque 526 N*m
Min trunk capacity 550 l
Stroke cycle 92.0 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 3400 RPM
fuel
Emission standards Euro 4
Fuel 95
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1704 mm
Clearance 273 mm
Curb weight 2700 kg
Front track width 1706 mm
Full weight 3400 kg
Height 1940 mm
Length 5160 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 3075 mm
Width 1995 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 275/60 R20
other
Body type Crossover
Number of seater 7
5.6 MT (317 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Manual Patrol 6 (Y62) [рест.] 2014–2019
317 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98.0 mm
Engine model vk56de
Fuel tank capacity 140 l
Max trunk capacity 3170 l
Maximum torque 526 N*m
Min trunk capacity 550 l
Stroke cycle 92.0 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 3400 RPM
fuel
Emission standards Euro 4
Fuel 95
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1704 mm
Clearance 273 mm
Curb weight 2700 kg
Front track width 1706 mm
Full weight 3400 kg
Height 1940 mm
Length 5160 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 3075 mm
Width 1995 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 275/60 R20
other
Body type Crossover
Number of seater 7
5.6 AT (317 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic Titan 1 [рест.] 2007–2015
317 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine model VK56DE
Engine power 317 hp
Fuel tank capacity 140 l
Max power (kW) 233 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Stroke cycle 92 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 3400 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 8.9 s
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 19.6 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.7 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1725 mm
Clearance 259 mm
Curb weight 2253 kg
Front track width 1725 mm
Full weight 2942 kg
Height 1933 mm
Length 5705 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 3551 mm
Width 2019 mm
suspension
Back suspension Dependent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 275/60 R20
other
Body type Pickup
Disc size 8x18 ET25
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
5.6 AT (317 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic Armada 1 [рест.] 2007–2016
317 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98.0 mm
Engine power 317 hp
Fuel tank capacity 106 l
Max power (kW) 233 kW
Max power at RPM 4900 RPM
Max trunk capacity 2750 l
Maximum torque 385 N*m
Min trunk capacity 566 l
Stroke cycle 92.0 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 3600 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.1 s
Max speed 185 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 18.1 l
Cruising range from 590 to 850 km
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.1 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1715 mm
Clearance 249 mm
Curb weight 2480 kg
Front track width 1715 mm
Full weight 3175 kg
Height 1913 mm
Length 5255 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 3130 mm
Width 2002 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes drum
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 275/60 R20
other
Body type Crossover
Front track 1715 mm
Number of seater 7
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
Rear track 1715 mm
5.6 AT 4WD (317 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic Titan 1 [рест.] 2007–2015
317 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine model VK56DE
Engine power 317 hp
Fuel tank capacity 140 l
Max power (kW) 233 kW
Max power at RPM 5200 RPM
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Stroke cycle 92 mm
Turnover of maximum torque 3400 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 9.3 s
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 19.6 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.7 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1725 mm
Clearance 259 mm
Curb weight 2398 kg
Front track width 1725 mm
Full weight 2942 kg
Height 1933 mm
Length 5705 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 3551 mm
Width 2019 mm
suspension
Back suspension Dependent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 275/60 R20
other
Body type Pickup
Disc size 8x18 ET25
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
5.6 AT (305 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic Armada 1 2003–2007
305 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine power 305 hp
Fuel tank capacity 106 l
Max power (kW) 224 kW
Max power at RPM 4900 RPM
Max trunk capacity 2750 l
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Min trunk capacity 566 l
Stroke cycle 92 mm
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.3 s
Max speed 185 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 18.1 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 12.4 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.2 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1715 mm
Clearance 250 mm
Curb weight 2340 kg
Front track width 1715 mm
Full weight 3085 kg
Height 1913 mm
Length 5255 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 3130 mm
Width 2002 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 285/70 R17
other
Body type Crossover
Number of seater 8
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
5.6 AT (305 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic Titan 1 2003–2007
305 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine model VK56DE
Engine power 305 hp
Fuel tank capacity 105 l
Max power (kW) 224 kW
Max power at RPM 4900 RPM
Max trunk capacity 1608 l
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Min trunk capacity 1608 l
Presence of intercooler Present
Stroke cycle 92 mm
Turnover of maximum torque to 3 600 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 9.0 s
Max speed 180 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.8 l
Cruising range from 630 to 850 km
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 12.4 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 14.7 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1715 mm
Clearance 264 mm
Curb weight 2253 kg
Front track width 1715 mm
Full weight 2942 kg
Ground clearance 287 mm
Height 1930 mm
Length 5695 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 3551 mm
Width 2002 mm
suspension
Back suspension Solid axle, Multi wishbone, Stabilizer bar
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc
Wheel size 245/75 R17, 265/70 R18
other
Body type Pickup
Front track 1715 mm
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
Rear track 1715 mm
5.6 AT (309 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic Armada 1 2003–2007
309 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine power 309 hp
Fuel tank capacity 106 l
Max power (kW) 227 kW
Max power at RPM 4900 RPM
Max trunk capacity 2750 l
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Min trunk capacity 566 l
Stroke cycle 92 mm
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.1 s
Max speed 185 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 18.1 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1715 mm
Clearance 250 mm
Curb weight 2480 kg
Front track width 1715 mm
Full weight 3175 kg
Height 1913 mm
Length 5255 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 3130 mm
Width 2002 mm
suspension
Back suspension Independent, spring
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc
Wheel size 265/70 R18, 285/70 R17
other
Body type Crossover
Number of seater 8
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm
5.6 AT 4WD (305 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic Titan 1 2003–2007
305 hp
engine
Cylinder bore 98 mm
Engine model VK56DE
Engine power 305 hp
Fuel tank capacity 105 l
Max power (kW) 224 kW
Max power at RPM 4900 RPM
Maximum torque 522 N*m
Min trunk capacity 1608 l
Stroke cycle 92 mm
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 9.0 s
Max speed 180 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.8 l
Fuel 92
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 12.4 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 14.7 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1715 mm
Clearance 264 mm
Front track width 1715 mm
Height 1930 mm
Length 5695 mm
Number of doors 2
Wheelbase 3551 mm
Width 2002 mm
suspension
Back suspension Dependent, spring
Front brakes ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc
Wheel size 245/75 R17, 265/70 R18
other
Body type Pickup
Disc size 8x18 ET25
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA77.8 6x139.7 mm

Cars with the VK56DE engine

This engine was fitted to 8 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
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 Infiniti M M III (Y50) 2005 - 2010
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 Infiniti M M IV (Y51) 2010 - 2013
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 Infiniti QX56 QX56 2004 - 2009
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 Nissan Armada Armada 2003 - 2015
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 Nissan Frontier Frontier II 2005 - present
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 Nissan Pathfinder Pathfinder III (R51) 2005 - 2014
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 Nissan Titan Titan (A60) 2003 - 2015
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 Nissan Cima Cima (Y51) 2007 - 2016
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 Nissan Safari Safari (Y61) 1997 - 2013

All modifications (24)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Infiniti M M III (Y50) 5.6 V8 400 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 400 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Infiniti M M III (Y50) 5.6 V8 400 л.с. 7-Автомат 4x4 400 hp 7-Автомат 4x4
Infiniti M M IV (Y51) 5.6 V8 420 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 420 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Infiniti M M IV (Y51) 5.6 V8 420 л.с. 7-Автомат 4x4 420 hp 7-Автомат 4x4
Infiniti QX56 QX56 5.6 V8 320 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 320 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Infiniti QX56 QX56 5.6 V8 320 л.с. 5-Автомат 4x4 320 hp 5-Автомат 4x4
Infiniti QX56 QX56 5.6 V8 400 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 400 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Infiniti QX56 QX56 5.6 V8 400 л.с. 7-Автомат 4x4 400 hp 7-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Armada Armada 5.6L V8 317 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 317 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Armada Armada 5.6L V8 317 л.с. 5-Автомат 4x4 317 hp 5-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Armada Armada 5.6L V8 390 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 390 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Armada Armada 5.6L V8 390 л.с. 7-Автомат 4x4 390 hp 7-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Frontier Frontier II 4.0L V6 261 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 261 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Nissan Frontier Frontier II 4.0L V6 261 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 261 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Frontier Frontier II 4.0L V6 261 л.с. 6-МКП 4x4 261 hp 6-МКП 4x4
Nissan Pathfinder Pathfinder III (R51) VQ40DE 4.0 л.с. 270 6-МКП 2WD 270 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Nissan Pathfinder Pathfinder III (R51) VQ40DE 4.0 л.с. 270 5-Автомат 2WD 270 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Pathfinder Pathfinder III (R51) VQ40DE 4.0 л.с. 270 7-Автомат 4x4 270 hp 7-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Titan Titan (A60) 5.6L V8 317 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 317 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Titan Titan (A60) 5.6L V8 317 л.с. 5-Автомат 4x4 317 hp 5-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Titan Titan (A60) 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel 310 л.с. 6-Автомат 2WD 310 hp 6-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Titan Titan (A60) 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel 310 л.с. 6-Автомат 4x4 310 hp 6-Автомат 4x4
Nissan Cima Cima (Y51) VK56DE 5.6 л.с. 400 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 400 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Nissan Safari Safari (Y61) VK56DE 5.6 V8 400 л.с. 5-Автомат 4x4 400 hp 5-Автомат 4x4

Interesting Facts

  • VK56DE is known for its robust performance in full-size trucks.
  • It features a lightweight aluminum block for better fuel efficiency.

Applications

Total produced: не визначено

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Nissan Titan 2004-2020 2004-2020 305hp/400hp North America
Nissan Armada 2004-2020 2004-2020 305hp/400hp North America

Compatible transmissions: 5-speed Automatic, 7-speed Automatic

Drive types: RWD, AWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 95
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 95
Consumption (City) 14 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 10 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 12 L/100km
Real Consumption 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L
Range 833 km
Cost per 100 km 15-20 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 4
CO₂ Emissions 300 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
5.7L HEMI Chrysler 5,700 cc 395 hp 556 Nm
L92 General Motors 6,200 cc 403 hp 548 Nm

Pros

  • Good balance of power and fuel efficiency
  • Robust design suitable for heavy-duty applications

Cons

  • Higher fuel consumption compared to smaller engines
  • Some reliability concerns with oil consumption