The 2.2-liter Mazda F2 gasoline engine was assembled at a factory in Japan from 1986 to 1993 in several versions at once: with a carburetor, distributed injection or turbocharging. In addition to the usual 12-valve modification, there were 8-valve engines on the B2200 pickup truck.
F-engine family: F6, FP, FP-DE, F8, FE, FE-DE, FE3N, FS, FS-DE, FS-ZE, F2.
Specifications
| Production years | 1986-1993 |
| Displacement, cc | 2184 |
| Fuel system | carburetor (carburetor modifications F2) injector (injector modifications F2-E) injector (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Power output, hp | 85 – 115 (carburetor modifications F2) 110 – 135 (injector modifications F2-E) 145 (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Torque output, Nm | 160 – 175 (carburetor modifications F2) 175 – 190 (injector modifications F2-E) 260 (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v / 12v (carburetor modifications F2) aluminum 12v (injector modifications F2-E) aluminum 12v (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 94 |
| Compression ratio | 8.6 (carburetor modifications F2) 9.2 – 9.6 (injector modifications F2-E) 7.8 (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Features | SOHC (carburetor modifications F2) SOHC (injector modifications F2-E) SOHC, intercooler (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Hydraulic lifters | only on 12v cylinder head (carburetor modifications F2) yes (injector modifications F2-E) yes (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no (carburetor modifications F2) no (injector modifications F2-E) IHI RHB5 VJ11 (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.6 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 0 (carburetor modifications F2) EURO 1/2 (injector modifications F2-E) EURO 1/2 (turbocharged modifications F2T) |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mazda 929 1990) — city — highway — combined |
13.8 8.7 10.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 177.1 |
The engine was installed on:
- Mazda 626 GD in 1987 – 1992;
- Mazda 929 HC in 1986 – 1991;
- Mazda B-series 4 (UF) in 1987 – 1993;
- Mazda Capella GD in 1987 – 1992;
- Mazda MX-6 GD in 1987 – 1992;
- Mazda Luce HC in 1986 – 1991.
Disadvantages of the Mazda F2 2.2l engine
- For motors with a carburetor, you will need a good specialist, they are difficult to tune;
- Injection versions are more reliable, owners complain only about ignition system failures;
- At high mileage, an oil burner is often found due to the occurrence of piston rings;
- The timing belt resource is about 60,000 km, but when it breaks, the valves do not bend here;
- The use of low-quality oil will quickly affect the hydraulic lifters, they will knock.
Frequently asked questions about the Mazda F2 2.2l
How much power does the Mazda F2 2.2l make?
Power output of the Mazda F2 2.2l, hp: 85 - 115 (carburetor modifications F2); 110 - 135 (injector modifications F2-E); 145 (turbocharged modifications F2T). Torque, Nm: 160 - 175 (carburetor modifications F2); 175 - 190 (injector modifications F2-E); 260 (turbocharged modifications F2T).
How much oil does the Mazda F2 2.2l take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.6 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Mazda F2 2.2l have a timing belt or chain?
The Mazda F2 2.2l uses a timing belt.
Is the Mazda F2 2.2l turbocharged?
Yes, the Mazda F2 2.2l is turbocharged (no (carburetor modifications F2); no (injector modifications F2-E); IHI RHB5 VJ11 (turbocharged modifications F2T)).
How long does the Mazda F2 2.2l last?
The typical lifespan of the Mazda F2 2.2l is ~350 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Mazda F2 2.2l?
Mazda 929 1990: city 13.8, highway 8.7, combined 10.1 L/100 km.
What cars was the Mazda F2 2.2l installed on?
Mazda 626 GD in 1987 - 1992; Mazda 929 HC in 1986 - 1991; Mazda B-series 4 (UF) in 1987 - 1993; Mazda Capella GD in 1987 - 1992; Mazda MX-6 GD in 1987 - 1992; Mazda Luce HC in 1986 - 1991.
What are the common problems of the Mazda F2 2.2l?
For motors with a carburetor, you will need a good specialist, they are difficult to tune. Injection versions are more reliable, owners complain only about ignition system failures. All known problems.
