Honda L13A
The engines of this line are considered reliable and have virtually no weak points.
Honda Brio engines
The Honda Brio is a Japanese urban-class 5-door hatchback car from Honda Motor Company. Start of production – 2011. The assembly is carried out in India, Thailand and Indonesia. Translated from Italian, the name of the car means “cheerfulness” or “delight”. In Indonesia, the car is marketed under the name Satya (“true”/”faithful”). In 2016, the model has undergone changes in both the appearance and the transmission.
The Honda Brio was offered with 3 engines between 2011 and 2018 (3 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.2 to 1.3 liters, power output from 85 to 100 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda L12B (about 300,000 km).
Honda Brio engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Brio 1 (DD) 2011–2018 | |||||||
| Honda L13A | 2011–2014 | 1.3 L R4 | 85–99 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~275,000 km |
| Honda L12B | 2011–2018 | 1.2 L R4 | 90 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda L13Z | 2011–2014 | 1.3 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
Honda Brio engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda Brio?
Honda Brio 1 (DD) (2011–2018): Honda L13A, Honda L12B and Honda L13Z.
Which Honda Brio engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda Brio engines are: Honda L12B — about 300,000 km; Honda L13Z — about 300,000 km; Honda L13A — about 275,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda Brio engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda L12B — 3.6 L (5W-30); Honda L13A — 3.6 L (5W-30); Honda L13Z — 3.6 L (5W-30).
Does the Honda Brio have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda L12B, Honda L13A and Honda L13Z.
Was the Honda Brio available with a diesel engine?
No, all Honda Brio engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Honda L12B
Overall the engine is reliable and usually runs 300,000 km without serious repairs.
Honda L13Z
A reliable engine with a service life of about 300,000 km that troubles owners only with minor issues.
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