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Here you will find all the basic technical specs for the Nissan Elgrand E50. All specifications given are for STANDARD vehicles. Any aftermarket parts may have different specifications. For aftermarket parts, please check with the supplier. If unknown, you may need to investigate, or seek professional assistance.
Chassis Codes (VIN number)
You will find the chassis number of your Elgrand either in you Log Book or etched into the bulk head of your E50. Open the bonnet, and look towards the back of the engine above the battery/fuse box.
The first 2 letters signify the engine variant:
AL = VG33 3.3l V6 Petrol AV = QD32 3.2l I4 Turbo Diesel AT = ZD30 3.0l I4 Neo Turbo Diesel AP = VQ35 3.5l V6 Petrol
If the chassis code then contains a “W” then you have a 4WD model. You should have the drive selector on the dash to allow RWD/AWD/Auto mode. If you do not have the “W” then you have the RWD model (rear wheel drive).
The last two characters of the first part of the chassis code are E50, signifying you have an E50 model Elgrand.
For example APWE50 is a VQ35 4WD model E50.
The last 6 digits (after a hyphen) is the sequential number of your model as it rolled out the factory.
The complete chassis number is the unique identifier for your car. If you need to contact Nissan directly, or some motor factors when looking for parts, will require this number to ensure you get the correct parts/advice.
Engine Specs
QD32 3.2l I4 Turbo Diesel E50
Power: 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) @ 3600 rpm
Torque: 34 kg⋅m (330 N⋅m; 250 lb⋅ft) @ 2000 rpm
Engine Oil Type: 5w40 Fully Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity: 7 Litres (with filter)
Fuel Required: Standard Diesel / Bio Diesel / *Vegetable Oil*
*Although this engine variant can run on a diesel/veg oil mix, this is not recommended by Nissan or ElgrandOC. Anyone who chooses to use veg oil as a fuel source should research appropriately before hand. If you choose to do this, you do so at your own risk.
VG33 3.3l V6 Petrol
Power: 172 PS (127 kW; 170 bhp) @4800 rpm
Torque: 28 kg⋅m (274 N⋅m; 202lb⋅ft) @2800 rpm
Engine Oil Type:
Engine Oil Capacity:
Fuel Required: Standard Unleaded E5 (5% Ethanol)
ZD30 3.0l I4 Neo Turbo Diesel
Power: 170 PS (125kW; 168bhp) @3600 rpm
Torque: 36 kg⋅m (353N⋅m; 260lb⋅ft) @ 1800rpm
Engine Oil Type:
Engine Oil Capacity:
Fuel Required: Standard diesel / Bio Diesel
VQ35 3.5l V6 Petrol
Power: 243 PS (179 Kw; 240bhp) @??? rpm
Torque: 36 kg⋅m (353N⋅m, 260lb⋅ft) @???rpm
Engine Oil Type: 5w30 OR 5w40 Fully Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity: 4.9 litres (with oil filter)
Fuel Required: Premium Unleaded 96+ RON E5
Transmission Specs
RWD
Gearbox Oil Type:
Gearbox Oil Capacity:
DIff Oil Capacity:
AWD
Gearbox Oil Type:
Gearbox Oil Capacity:
DIff Oil Capacity:
Bulbs
Pre-Facelift ('97-'99)
Headlights
Main Beam:
Side light:
Indicator:
Fog Light:
Tail lights
Side light:
Brake light:
Reverse light:
Fog Light: NOT STANDARD PART (NOT REQUIRED IN JAPAN) - YOU WILL HAVE TO CHECK YOUR OWN SET UP
Facelift ('99-'02)
Headlights
Main Beam:
Side light:
Indicator:
Fog Light:
Tail lights
Side light:
Brake light:
High-Level brake light:
Reverse light:
Indicator:
Fog Light: NOT STANDARD PART (NOT REQUIRED IN JAPAN) - YOU WILL HAVE TO CHECK YOUR OWN SET UP