HR/MR Engine

Technology Overview
INLINE 4-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINE

Next-generation four-cylinder
engines with enhanced
fundamentals for outstanding
acceleration and environmental
performance
As Nissan’s next-generation global
strategy engines for volume-selling
models, the inline four-cylinder HR
and MR offer heightened consid-
eration for the environment, while
maximizing the gasoline engine’s
“fun to drive” potential.
HR/MR Engine
Advantages
Low-end torque for real-life conditions
Instead of going for full-throttle performance, we
sought to satisfy everyday driving needs with am-
ple low-end torque that extends linearly through
the mid- to high-speed range.
Class-leading environmental performance
We minimized friction in the cylinders, pistons
and other major moving parts, while refining the
intake/exhaust systems and cooling perform-
ance to gain combustion efficiency and superb
environmental performance. We also reduced
size and weight to class-leading low levels.
Not only quiet, but music to the ears
By maintaining quiet operation and minimizing dis-
cordant sonic components, we created a pleasant
engine sound that adds to driving pleasure.
contents
Reducing friction 4
Improving combustion efficiency 5
Raising cooling efficiency 7
Optimizing intake/exhaust efficiency 8
Acoustic technology to satisfy the senses 9
Fewer parts for lighter weight and enhanced reliability 10
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HR/MR Engine
Technology Overview
Basic performance
reengineered
Though low-end torque is key to everyday driving pleasure, increasing
this torque poses the greatest challenge to engine developers. Unlike
boosting torque at mid and high rpm through forced induction (using
a turbocharger or supercharger), raising low-end torque requires
painstaking refinement of the engine’s fundamental performance.
With the aim of making the HR and MR the global strategy engines
for volume-selling models, Nissan thoroughly reviewed and enhanced
all basic performance parameters.
Major technologies HR15DE
Conventional engine
Competitor A
Competitor B
HR/MR engine development focused on maximiz-
Torque
ing energy efficiency. We applied a variety of tech-
nologies to eliminate energy loss and maximize
output for high performance and fuel economy.
Friction-reduction
Comprehensive steps were taken to minimize Engine rev (x100rpm)
friction between pistons and cylinders, cams and
valve lifters, and other moving parts.
HR15DE engine HR15DE engine torque curve
Achieves plentiful low-end torque extending through mid-to-high
engine speed.
Bore circularity machining
By making the cylinder bores as circular as pos-
sible, this technology greatly reduces friction.
Mirror-like finish HR20DE
Crankshaft and camshaft journals are polished to Conventional engine
Competitor A
a mirror-like smoothness to reduce friction. Competitor B
Torque
Improved combustion efficiency and
cooling efficiency
To achieve more efficient combustion, we applied
MR20DE engine
new technology to the valves, fuel injectors and
spark plugs, while raising cooling efficiency for the
combustion chamber. These measures contribute to Engine rev (x100rpm)
rapid fuel combustion with minimum wasted energy.
MR20DE engine torque curve
2.0-liter engine achieves flat torque characteristics with low-end torque
Improved intake/exhaust efficiency comparable to the 2.2-liter class.
For improved low- and mid-range torque, we
reduced resistance in the intake and exhaust sys-
tems to assure smooth airflow.