Nissan Kubistar Radiator Replacement Parts

The Nissan Kubistar was produced as a single generation running from 2003 to 2009, based on the Renault Kangoo platform, so there is no separate facelift generation boundary to worry about in the way some models have. Fitment within that 2003–2009 run is primarily governed by engine code rather than year alone, so always confirm your engine code from your V5 or a VIN check before ordering. Confirm with the breaker against your registration that the specific donor radiator crosses years cleanly, as mounting or ancillary details can vary mid-production.

Fuel type directly affects radiator specification, so a diesel-derived radiator and a petrol-derived radiator from the same year range are not necessarily interchangeable. The engine code on your V5 is the most reliable way to identify which unit your van needs, and you should supply that code to the breaker when requesting a quote. Never assume a straight swap based on year or body style alone.

On some vehicles the radiator incorporates an automatic transmission oil cooler, which means a manual-derived unit will differ from an automatic-derived one even on the same engine code. Confirm with the breaker against your registration whether this applies to your specific Kubistar build, supplying both your engine code and gearbox type. This is one detail worth double-checking before the part is pulled from the donor vehicle.

The 1.5 dCi and the older 1.9 D are different engines with different engine codes, and the radiator specification follows the engine, not the badge, so these are not the same part. Always quote your exact engine code to the breaker rather than relying on the engine size description, as it is the single most useful detail you can supply. A reputable breaker will cross-reference that code to ensure you receive the correct unit.

Trim level does not affect radiator fitment — the radiator is determined by engine code, fuel type, and gearbox type, not by whether the van is a base or higher-specification variant. You may find cosmetic differences between donor vehicles depending on trim, but those have no bearing on whether the radiator itself fits. Focus your conversation with the breaker on your engine code and drivetrain details rather than trim designation.

The most important details to have ready are your engine code (found on your V5 logbook or confirmed via a VIN check), your fuel type, and whether your van is manual or automatic. The Kubistar ran from 2003 to 2009 and shares its platform with the Renault Kangoo, so some radiators may be cross-referenced against Kangoo parts by breakers, which is worth mentioning when you request quotes. Always confirm fitment with the breaker against your specific registration before agreeing to purchase.