Nissan Kicks Engine for Sale | Used HR16DE 1.6L Inline-Four
$1,600.00
At a Glance
- Condition: OEM used HR16DE 1.6L inline-four engine assembly, compression tested, oil condition assessed, external components documented per unit
- Availability: In stock across Nissan Kicks model years
- Shipping: Free shipping to all 50 states, 3 to 7 business days
- Application: Nissan Kicks – Nissan’s subcompact crossover positioning (economy CUV segment)
- HR16DE 1.6L inline-four: Nissan’s 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine variant used in the Nissan Kicks application
- Standard Nissan HR-series engine architecture: Part of Nissan’s HR engine family alongside various HR variants
- Related Nissan compact / subcompact listings: See our Nissan Sentra Transmission (compact sedan) and Nissan Juke Engine (subcompact CUV) listings for related Nissan lineup
- 15 day replacement warranty on component defects
Description
About the Nissan Kicks Engine (HR16DE 1.6L Inline-Four)
Need a replacement Nissan Kicks HR16DE 1.6L inline-four engine? Part Nests sources OEM used HR16DE 1.6L inline-four engine assemblies for Nissan Kicks applications. The Nissan Kicks is Nissan’s subcompact crossover positioning – Nissan’s entry-level crossover offering competing in the growing subcompact crossover / economy CUV segment. Nissan’s HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine variant used in the Kicks application. Part of Nissan’s HR engine family. Related to our broader Nissan compact / subcompact lineup including the Sentra (see our related Nissan Sentra Transmission listing) and Juke (see our related Nissan Juke Engine listing). Each engine is compression tested with oil condition assessed. Call (855) 634-4447 to verify Kicks year, engine code confirmation, and configuration before ordering.
What Is Included and Not Included
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The HR16DE 1.6L engine assembly as photographed; confirm the exact configuration at order. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Transmission, accessories not pictured, and fluids; transfer your undamaged accessories at install. |
| Tools You Need | Standard engine-swap tools, fresh oil and filter, and regular unleaded fuel; per the live FAQ, routine oil changes and air-filter replacement keep this engine reliable. |
Nissan Kicks Vehicle Context
- Nissan’s subcompact crossover: The Nissan Kicks is Nissan’s subcompact crossover positioning – Nissan’s entry-level crossover offering competing in the growing subcompact crossover / economy CUV segment. Positioned below the Nissan Rogue (see our related Nissan Rogue Transmission listing) and Nissan Rogue Sport in the Nissan crossover lineup. Popular Nissan model in the economy crossover segment
- Kicks production era: Nissan Kicks introduced for the 2018 US model year (later than various international market introductions). Various Kicks generations across the production run with different specific configurations. Represents Nissan’s entry into the growing subcompact crossover segment with a fuel-economy-focused, urban-oriented crossover offering
- Kicks competitors: Competes with the Kia Soul, Hyundai Kona, Toyota C-HR (see broader Toyota lineup), Honda HR-V, Chevrolet Trax / Trailblazer, Ford EcoSport, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, and various other subcompact crossover competitors. Fuel-economy positioning differentiates the Kicks in the segment – Kicks does not offer AWD in most US market configurations (FWD-only economy positioning)
Nissan HR16DE Engine Context
- Nissan HR-series family: The HR16DE is part of Nissan’s HR engine family. HR family variants include HR15 (1.5L), HR16 (1.6L – this application), and various other HR family variants. Standard Nissan inline-four economy engine architecture with typical Nissan reliability characteristics
- HR16DE applications: The HR16DE engine variant is used across various Nissan applications including the Nissan Kicks (this application), Nissan Versa (economy sedan), various international market Nissan applications, and various other Nissan / Renault-Nissan Alliance applications. Popular economy engine variant for Nissan’s compact / subcompact vehicle positioning
- Renault-Nissan Alliance context: The HR family engine architecture is shared across the Renault-Nissan Alliance – Renault and Nissan strategic alliance provides engineering / manufacturing efficiency across various Renault / Nissan / Alliance applications. Various HR family engines used across Renault and Nissan applications globally
Related Nissan Compact / Subcompact Listings
- Nissan Sentra Transmission: Related Nissan compact economy sedan (Xtronic CVT) – see our Nissan Sentra transmission listing
- Nissan Juke Engine: Related Nissan subcompact turbocharged CUV (MR16DDT 1.6L turbo) – see our Nissan Juke engine listing
- Nissan Rogue Transmission: Related Nissan compact CUV (Xtronic CVT) – see our Nissan Rogue transmission listing
- Toyota Corolla Engine: Related compact economy segment competitor – see our Toyota Corolla engine listing
Engine Specifications
- Type: OEM used HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine assembly for Nissan Kicks
- Function: Inline-four engine provides motive power for Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover applications. Standard Nissan HR-series engine architecture with appropriate power / fuel economy characteristics for the subcompact crossover / economy CUV segment
- Construction: HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve architecture with various vehicle-specific configuration features
- Common failure modes: Compression loss, oil consumption, valvetrain wear, timing chain guide wear (HR-series uses timing chain vs timing belt), various age-related component wear. Symptoms include engine performance loss, oil consumption, check engine codes, various powertrain integration issues
- Testing: Compression tested, oil condition assessed, external components documented per unit before shipment
Vehicle Compatibility
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Nissan Kicks, HR16DE 1.6L (donor tagged 2014) | VIN confirmed at order |
| Year note | The US Kicks launched for the 2018 model year; there is no 2014 US Kicks, so confirm the exact year by VIN |
| Engine | HR16DE 1.6L naturally aspirated inline-four, correct for the US Kicks |
| Reference Application | 2014 Nissan Kicks Engine (as listed; year to be confirmed) |
Why Buy From Part Nests
- OEM verified HR16DE 1.6L inline-four engine for Nissan Kicks
- Compression tested, oil condition assessed, external components documented per unit
- Support across Nissan Kicks production era (2018+ US market)
- Related to broader Nissan HR family engine lineage
- Free shipping to all 50 states
- 15 day replacement warranty on component defects
- Support team familiar with Nissan Kicks lineage and Renault-Nissan Alliance HR engine family
- Call (855) 634-4447 to confirm your Kicks year, engine code, and configuration before ordering.
15 Day Replacement Warranty
Every used Nissan Kicks Engine carries a 15 day replacement warranty starting on the delivery date. Year and engine code verification are critical before ordering. Call (855) 634-4447 to start a warranty claim within 15 days of delivery.
What Is Covered
- Component defects present on arrival beyond what was disclosed
- Compression, oil, or major internal failures within 15 days from installation
- Engine assembly failures not disclosed at sale
- Incorrect part shipped due to an error on our end
What Is Not Covered
- Damage caused during installation
- Damage from improper break-in, oil starvation, or coolant loss
- Accessory transfer costs
- Labor expenses of any kind, including engine swap labor
- Part: OEM used HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine
- Application: Nissan Kicks (verify year)
- Segment: Nissan subcompact crossover / economy CUV
- Engine Family: Nissan HR (HR15 1.5L, HR16 1.6L variants)
- US Production Era: 2018+ Nissan Kicks
- Alliance Context: Renault-Nissan Alliance shared HR family architecture
- Cross-Application: Also used in Nissan Versa and various global applications
Additional information
| Brand | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Bore x Stroke | 78 mm x 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 |
| Configuration | DOHC, 16 valves |
| Fuel System | EFI with dual injectors per cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Regular unleaded |
| Ignition | Electronic direct ignition with platinum plugs |
| Material | Aluminum block and heads |
| Application | 2014 Nissan Kicks Engine (year to be confirmed by VIN) |
| SKU | vaz709 |
| Price | $1, 199.00 |
An OEM used HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine assembly for Nissan Kicks applications. HR16DE 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve architecture with various vehicle-specific configuration features. Function is providing motive power for Nissan Kicks subcompact crossover applications. Standard Nissan HR-series engine architecture with appropriate power / fuel economy characteristics for the subcompact crossover / economy CUV segment.
Nissan's subcompact crossover positioning - Nissan's entry-level crossover offering competing in the growing subcompact crossover / economy CUV segment. Positioned below the Nissan Rogue and Nissan Rogue Sport in the Nissan crossover lineup. Popular Nissan model in the economy crossover segment. Introduced for the 2018 US model year.
Nissan's 1.6L inline-four DOHC 16-valve engine variant used in the Nissan Kicks application. Part of Nissan's HR engine family. HR family variants include HR15 (1.5L), HR16 (1.6L - this application), and various other HR family variants. Standard Nissan inline-four economy engine architecture with typical Nissan reliability characteristics.
Competes with the Kia Soul, Hyundai Kona, Toyota C-HR, Honda HR-V, Chevrolet Trax / Trailblazer, Ford EcoSport, Mazda CX-3 / CX-30, and various other subcompact crossover competitors. Fuel-economy positioning differentiates the Kicks in the segment - Kicks does not offer AWD in most US market configurations (FWD-only economy positioning).
The HR family engine architecture is shared across the Renault-Nissan Alliance - Renault and Nissan strategic alliance provides engineering / manufacturing efficiency across various Renault / Nissan / Alliance applications. Various HR family engines used across Renault and Nissan applications globally. Represents strategic platform sharing across the Alliance member manufacturers.
The HR16DE engine variant is used across various Nissan applications including the Nissan Kicks (this application) and Nissan Versa (economy sedan). Different applications may use different specific HR16DE variant configurations - vehicle-specific configuration differences apply. Call (855) 634-4447 for cross-application verification.
Kicks does not offer AWD in most US market configurations - FWD-only economy positioning. Different from various other subcompact CUV competitors that offer AWD (Hyundai Kona, Kia Soul in various variants, Honda HR-V, various others). FWD-only positioning reflects the Kicks fuel-economy-focused, urban-oriented crossover positioning.
Compression loss. Oil consumption. Valvetrain wear. Timing chain guide wear (HR-series uses timing chain vs timing belt). Various age-related component wear. Symptoms include engine performance loss, oil consumption, check engine codes, various powertrain integration issues. Nissan HR-series is generally regarded as reliable overall for economy engine applications.











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