Honda’s L-motors re-characterize the old philosophy that the engine should be economical and environmentally friendly. Originally, these Honda engines appeared in Fit cars, a super hit from Honda that opened a new page in the Japanese automotive industry. The popularity of Fit and fit-like cars was so high that few other models could rival it, and the new engine series played a leading role in this. Continue reading Engine Honda L13A/L13B
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is a Japanese subcompact, compact and mid-range vehicle manufactured by Honda Motor Co., Ltd since 1972. Since 2016, the 10th generation of the model has been released. The car became so popular that thanks to it, Honda entered the list of world-famous manufacturers. The main quality of a car, noted by consumers and experts, is a spacious interior, despite its compact size. The name of the car means “civilian”. At the moment, there are more than 18.5 million copies of the model in the world.
Engine Honda L13A/L13B
Engine Honda L15A/L15B
L15A initially did not differ much from L13A – the same layout, the same 8 spark plugs. Over time, an “upgrade” version with the iVTEC system appeared. The number of candles decreased to standard, but the candles themselves became iridium (improved spark, increased service life), and space for VTEC cams on the camshaft was also freed up – before that, the candles interfered. Continue reading Engine Honda L15A/L15B
Engine Honda R18A
In 2006, a new R18 engine was used on the Civic 8 from Honda, which replaced the D17 engine, and on this “D” -series were no longer installed on Honda cars. The timing for the new engine is driven by a chain, the head has not been changed – all the same 16 valves and 1 camshaft, but the intelligent iVTEC system and dual-mode intake have already been added. Continue reading Engine Honda R18A
Engine Honda B18C / B18B
It was in the engines of this series that the VTEC system was first used. With a 1.8-liter engine, the story was slightly different. Honda decided to experiment with a B-motor without VTEC. This is how the B18B engine appeared, which was of a larger volume (correspondingly with a better start), but absolutely normal when reaching the VTEC zone. Continue reading Engine Honda B18C / B18B
Engine Honda D17A
The D17A engine was designed specifically for “heavy” vehicles and was used on two models – the Honda Civic EU-ES and the Honda Srteam. The results can be called positive at a stretch. And it would be even more accurate to call this engine “disposable” – despite the overall reliability of the design, the unit has become more capricious, demanding on the quality of spare parts and the level of car services. Continue reading Engine Honda D17A
Engine Honda B16A/B16B
Honda first released the legendary B16 series engine in 1989. It was a B16A engine with two camshafts and Honda’s proprietary valve timing system – VTEC. The engine was installed on the Japanese model Honda Integra. This is the first engine in which Honda has used the proprietary VTEC system. Continue reading Engine Honda B16A/B16B
Engine Honda K20A (Z)
The K20A engine is a modern, four-cylinder, two-liter inline gasoline engine manufactured by Honda Motor Co. Ltd. A motor of this type is installed in many modern Honda car models. At the moment this engine is the most powerful and perfect serial “heart” of the Honda brand. Continue reading Engine Honda K20A (Z)
Engine Honda K24A (Z, Y, W)
K24A engines are in-line, four-cylinder, 16-valve engines with overhead camshafts and liquid cooling. To increase the rigidity of the cylinder block, the bottom cover of the main bearings is made in one piece and is attached to the block with 24 bolts. Thrust half rings are installed in the 4th support. Continue reading Engine Honda K24A (Z, Y, W)
Engine Honda R20A
This two-liter unit is nothing more than an oversized R18A. The increase in volume from 1.8 liters to 2.0 was achieved thanks to a long-stroke crankshaft. The changes also affected the intake manifold, balancing shafts were installed on the motor. Continue reading Engine Honda R20A
Engine Honda D16A
D16A engines are 4-cylinder in-line gasoline engines. The first unit of the line was released in 1986, and the production of internal combustion engines of this family was discontinued in 2007. The cylinder block is made of aluminum. The gas distribution mechanism provides for one camshaft at the top of the cylinder head, mainly with four valves per cylinder. Power type – injection (ZC carburetor). Continue reading Engine Honda D16A