Engine Mazda KF-DE

The 2.0-liter V6 Mazda KF-DE engine was produced at the company’s factories from 1992 to 2002 and was installed on European versions of such popular models as 323, Xedos 6 and Xedos 9. A modification for 160-170 hp was put on cars for the Japanese market with index KF-ZE.

The K-engine family includes: K8‑DE, K8‑ZE, KF‑ZE, KJ‑ZEM, KL‑DE, KL‑G4, KL‑ZE.

The engine was installed on:

  • Mazda 323 BA in 1994 – 1998;
  • Mazda Xedos 6 CA in 1992 – 1999;
  • Mazda Xedos 9 TA in 1992 – 2002.

Specifications

Production years 1992-2002
Displacement, cc 1995
Fuel system distributed injection
Power output, hp 140 – 145
Torque output, Nm 180
Cylinder block aluminum V6
Block head aluminum 24v
Cylinder bore, mm 78
Piston stroke, mm 69.6
Compression ratio 9.5
Features DOHC, VRIS
Hydraulic lifters yes
Timing drive belt
Phase regulator no
Turbocharging no
Recommended engine oil 5W-30
Engine oil capacity, liter 4.0
Fuel type petrol
Euro standards EURO 3
Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mazda Xedos 6 1995)
— city
— highway
— combined
10.5
7.1
8.8
Engine lifespan, km ~300 000
Weight, kg 175 (with attachments)

Disadvantages of the Mazda KF-DE engine

  • The aluminum block here is very afraid of overheating, keep an eye on the cooling system;
  • After 100-150 thousand run, these power units often already consume oil;
  • Approximately at the same runs, there are lubricant leaks from under the valve covers;
  • The timing belt changes every 80,000 km, but when it breaks, the valves almost never bend;
  • From low-quality oil, hydraulic lifters can knock even up to 50 thousand km.

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