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2013 Used Nissan Engines For Sale

36 tested 2013 Nissan engines, every one matched to your VIN before it ships. 2013 is the year the Pathfinder changed direction. The new R52 put the 3.5L VQ35DE across the engine bay behind a CVT — while the 2.5L QR25DE ran both ways in the same model year, north-south in the Frontier and east-west in the Altima and Rogue. Free US freight, warranty included on every unit.

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2013 Nissan Engine Families

Which engine sits under which 2013 Nissan, and how many of each we hold today.

Engine family Fits (2013) In stock
VK56DE 5.6L DOHC 32-valve V8 Titan, Armada and the NV2500/NV3500 cargo vans: unleaded (VIN A) and flex-fuel (VIN B) are separate calibrations, and two rows reach us under a mis-keyed nameplate 8
VQ35DE 3.5L DOHC V6 — transverse Altima Sdn and Cpe (VIN B), Maxima, Murano, Quest and the new R52 Pathfinder (VIN A); every 2013 installation is transverse behind a CVT 6
QR25DE 2.5L DOHC 16-valve — transverse Altima Sdn and Cpe and Rogue (VIN A); the Rogue splits with and without the tow package 5
VQ40DE 4.0L DOHC V6 — longitudinal Xterra and Frontier (VIN A) plus the NV1500/NV2500/NV3500 vans (VIN B): one code, truck and van accessory brackets differ 5
MR18DE 1.8L DOHC 16-valve Sentra and Cube (VIN A); Federal and California emissions are separate listings 5
MR16DDT 1.6L DIG Turbo Juke (VIN A); direct injection and a turbo, listed separately for CVT and manual 2
QR25DE 2.5L DOHC 16-valve — longitudinal Frontier (VIN B); the same code as the Altima and Rogue unit but mounted north-south, so sump, brackets and intake routing differ 1
HR16DE 1.6L DOHC 16-valve Versa (VIN C) 1
MR20DE 2.0L DOHC 16-valve NV200 compact cargo van (VIN C) 1
VQ37VHR 3.7L DOHC V6 with VVEL 370Z (VIN A) 1
EM57 electric traction motor Leaf: an electric drive unit, not a combustion engine; bench-tested as an assembly 1
Total 36

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Every model year we hold Nissan engines for. Years without a link are in stock but have no year page yet — text us your VIN.

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Why Buy a 2013 Nissan Engine from Auto Power Source

2013 is a year where the engine code alone will not pick your unit. The 2.5L QR25DE appears twice over on this page in two different orientations: transverse in the Altima and Rogue, longitudinal in the Frontier. The castings share a family but the sump, accessory brackets and intake routing do not interchange, so we list them as two families and label each unit by the donor vehicle's layout rather than by litres. The 4.0L VQ40DE runs the same way across the Xterra, the Frontier and the three NV vans: one code, three bracket sets.

The 5.6L V8 is the biggest family we hold for 2013 and the one most often ordered wrong. Titan, Armada and the NV2500/NV3500 vans all take the VK56DE, but the unleaded (VIN A) and flex-fuel (VIN B) calibrations are different part numbers, and most of these titles carry no engine code at all, only the displacement and the fourth VIN digit. We read the code from the VIN digit and the donor platform, then confirm it against your VIN in writing before picking.

Everything here is used OEM hardware out of low-mileage donor vehicles, inspected by ASE-certified technicians. Every cylinder is compression-tested and leak-down evaluated, cam drive is verified on the unit in front of us rather than inferred from the code, the direct-injected MR16DDT in the Juke gets its high-pressure fuel pump and oil-control circuit checked, and the Leaf EM57 is bench-tested as an assembly. You approve photographs first.

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Your 2013 Nissan Engine Options: Compared

Most 2013 Nissan owners face four real choices when the engine fails:

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Option Cost Reliability Warranty Fitment Match
Used OEM (this collection) $$$ Best Value High — tested Included VIN-matched
New OEM (dealer) $$$$$ 2-4× more High Manufacturer Exact
Aftermarket / Reman $$$$ Varies 6-12 mo May adapt
Junkyard $ Cheapest Unknown None DIY

Tested used OEM hits the sweet spot — same engineering as new, fraction of the cost.

2013 Nissan Engine Buying Guide

5 things to verify before buying a used 2013 Nissan engine:

  1. Read the engine code, then the layout. On 2013 Nissan stock the code is only half the answer. A 2.5L QR25DE out of a Frontier is mounted north-south, the same code out of an Altima or Rogue sits across the bay. Tell us the model and we will hand you the right orientation, not just the right litres.
  2. Check the fourth VIN digit on the 5.6L V8s. Titan, Armada and the NV2500/NV3500 share the VK56DE, but VIN A is the unleaded calibration and VIN B is flex fuel. Several 2013 listings name the displacement and the VIN digit without naming the code, so the digit is what separates them.
  3. Confirm Federal versus California emissions on the small fours. The 1.8L MR18DE in the Sentra and Cube is listed as two separate units for the two emissions packages. The long block is common; the calibration, plumbing and catalyst arrangement are not, and an emissions mismatch can fail an inspection even when the engine runs perfectly.
  4. Treat the Juke and the Leaf as their own cases. The Juke's 1.6L MR16DDT is direct-injected and turbocharged, so the high-pressure fuel pump, injectors and oil-control circuit matter as much as the block. The Leaf's EM57 is an electric traction motor, sourced, tested and warranted as a drive assembly rather than as an engine.
  5. Confirm the match with your own VIN before you order. Your VIN settles the engine code, the orientation, the fuel calibration and the emissions split in one step. Text it to +1-307-441-5554 and we will confirm in writing exactly which unit fits before you pay.

Our ASE-certified technicians verify every one of these points against your VIN before any unit ships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many 2013 Nissan engines do you have in stock right now?
36 active, listed live on this page. Every tile count and family row comes from the same inventory feed, so what you see is on the shelf today. Text +1-307-441-5554 and we will confirm your specific unit before you pay.
Why is the 2.5L QR25DE listed twice?
Because 2013 ran it in two orientations. The Altima and Rogue units sit transverse behind a CVT; the Frontier unit is longitudinal for rear-wheel drive. Different sump, brackets and intake routing, so each gets its own row.
The Titan and Armada listings do not show an engine code. What are they?
They are the 5.6L VK56DE. Those titles carry the displacement and the fourth VIN digit instead of the code: VIN A is the unleaded calibration, VIN B is flex fuel. That is our read of the platform and the digit, not a promise; your VIN confirms it.
Is the 2013 Pathfinder engine the same as the 2012 one?
No. 2012 was the body-on-frame R51 with a longitudinal 4.0L VQ40DE; the 2013 R52 is a unibody crossover with a transverse 3.5L VQ35DE behind a CVT. A 2012 engine will not drop into a 2013, the year's commonest mis-order.
Do you stock the 2013 Leaf motor?
Yes, one EM57 traction motor. It is an electric drive assembly, sourced, bench-tested and warranted as a unit rather than compression-tested. Text us the VIN and we will confirm the inverter interface before quoting.
Do you have a 2013 Nissan diesel or a VK56VD?
Not in 2013 US stock. The YD25DDTi turbodiesel is a non-US fitment and the VK56VD Endurance V8 is a later, Infiniti-side engine. Text +1-307-441-5554 and we will source it rather than substitute something close.
What does the warranty cover and what does freight cost?
Every unit ships with the warranty included in the listing and free freight to the lower 48. You approve multi-angle photographs of your actual unit before it leaves our warehouse; if you do not approve, you get every dollar back, no restocking fee and no return freight.
Can you match my engine if I only know the model and trim?
Usually, but not always: 2013 splits several models on emissions, fuel calibration and tow package, and those splits are not visible from the trim name. Text your VIN to +1-307-441-5554 and we will confirm it in writing.
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Our 6-Step Inspection & Shipping Process

Every Nissan engine we ship has been through these six steps:

1. VIN-Matching
We match the donor VIN to your VIN to confirm the engine code (4th VIN digit), California vs federal emissions calibration, and drivetrain fit.
2. Tested & Verified
ASE-certified technicians compression-test every cylinder and run leak-down evaluation. Every 2013 unit has its cam drive verified individually rather than inferred from the code, the two 5.6L VK56DE calibrations are separated by fuel type before any unit is picked, the direct-injected MR16DDT is checked on the high-pressure fuel pump and oil-control circuit, and the Leaf EM57 traction motor is bench-tested as an assembly.
3. Noise & Smoke Verification
Units are run to verify normal mechanical sound and clean operation — catches internal wear static tests miss.
4. Visual Inspection
Every accessible component is inspected: turbos, manifolds, valve covers, housings, accessories, sensor harnesses.
5. Photograph & Catalog
Multi-angle photos sent to you BEFORE we ship for your approval.
6. Palletize & Ship
Strapped on a heavy-duty wooden pallet, shipped via freight at no charge.

Our Photos-Before-Shipment Guarantee

Before any engine leaves our warehouse, we send you multi-angle photographs. You approve. If you do not approve, you get every dollar back — no questions, no restocking fees, no return freight charges. On top of 30-day money-back and the warranty included with every unit. Browse all 36 2013 Nissan engines below.

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