Honda D16A
The power units of this series are reliable, but prone to oil consumption after 150,000 km.
Honda Concerto engines
The Honda Concerto is a sedan or hatchback vehicle co-developed by Japanese Honda Motor Co., Ltd and British automaker Austin Rover Group. Produced from 1988 to 1994. The name of the car in translation from Italian means “concert”. Model based on 4th generation Honda Civic. The car was assembled in Japan and British Birmingham. The shutdown of auto production was caused by the takeover of Rover by the automaker BMW in 1994.
The Honda Concerto was offered with 4 engines between 1988 and 1994 (3 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.4 to 1.8 liters, power output from 60 to 130 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Peugeot XUD7TE (about 350,000 km).
Honda Concerto engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Concerto 1 (MA) 1988–1994 | |||||||
| Honda D16A | 1988–1994 | 1.6 L R4 | 110–130 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda D15B | 1988–1994 | 1.5 L R4 | 60–130 hp | petrol | belt | 3.3 L | ~290,000 km |
| Honda D14A | 1988–1994 | 1.4 L R4 | 75–90 hp | petrol | belt | 3.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda Concerto 1989–1994 | |||||||
| Peugeot XUD7TE | 1989–1994 | 1.8 L R4 | 90–92 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5 L | ~350,000 km |
Honda Concerto engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda Concerto?
Honda Concerto 1 (MA) (1988–1994): Honda D16A, Honda D15B and Honda D14A; Honda Concerto (1989–1994): Peugeot XUD7TE.
Which Honda Concerto engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda Concerto engines are: Peugeot XUD7TE — about 350,000 km; Honda D16A — about 300,000 km; Honda D15B — about 290,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda Concerto engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda D14A — 3.3 L (5W-30); Honda D15B — 3.3 L (5W-30); Honda D16A — 3.6 L (5W-30); Peugeot XUD7TE — 5 L (5W-40).
Does the Honda Concerto have a timing belt or chain?
Timing belt: Honda D14A, Honda D15B, Honda D16A and Peugeot XUD7TE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Honda Concerto available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Peugeot XUD7TE.
Engine details
Honda D14A
This engine is known for its unpretentious operation and good reliability.
Honda D15B
These engines are very reliable, but often begin to consume oil after 150,000 km.
Peugeot XUD7TE
Many engine problems are related to the low location of the expansion tank.
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