What is Nissan's Variable Compression Ratio Engine?
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Nissan's variable compression ratio engine has the specific model name VC-Turbo, which is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. As of November 2019, this variable compression ratio engine from Nissan was installed in the all-new Altima. This engine incorporates a variable compression mechanism that can adjust the engine's compression ratio in real-time between 8:1 and 14:1 based on signals from sensors, with a maximum switching time of just 1.2 seconds. Nissan, officially known as Nissan Motor Corporation, is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with its main brands including the core Nissan brand and the luxury brand Infiniti.