Honda B20B
This power unit is very reliable, rarely breaks down and only at high mileage.
Honda CR-V engines
The Honda CR-V is a Japanese compact crossover vehicle manufactured since 1995 by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. In 2017, the production of the 5th generation of the model began. The name of the car is an abbreviation for Compact Recreational Vehicle. The car is produced in Japan, USA, UK, Canada, Mexico and China. Cars are sold in the North American market, Russia, Latin America and Southeast Asia.
The Honda CR-V was offered with 13 engines since 1995 (10 petrol, 3 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 2.4 liters, power output from 120 to 220 hp. 12 use a timing chain and 1 a timing belt. 5 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda B20B (about 350,000 km).
Honda CR-V engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V 1 (RD) 1995–2000 | |||||||
| Honda B20B | 1995–2000 | 2.0 L R4 | 125–150 hp | petrol | belt | 3.8 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda CR-V 2 (RD5) 2001–2006 | |||||||
| Honda K24A | 2001–2006 | 2.4 L R4 | 160–205 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda K20A | 2001–2006 | 2.0 L R4 | 155–220 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda N22A | 2004–2006 | 2.2 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.5 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda CR-V 3 (RE) 2006–2012 | |||||||
| Honda R20A | 2006–2012 | 2.0 L R4 | 150–155 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda K24Z | 2006–2012 | 2.4 L R4 | 161–205 hp | petrol | chain | 4.5 L | |
| Honda N22B | 2009–2012 | 2.2 L R4 | 150–180 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.5 L | ~240,000 km |
| Honda CR-V 4 (RM) 2013–2018 | |||||||
| Honda N16A | 2013–2018 | 1.6 L R4 | 120–160 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.1 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda K24W | 2014–2018 | 2.4 L R4 | 185–206 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | |
| Honda CR-V 5 (RW) 2016–present | |||||||
| Honda L15B | 2016–present | 1.5 L R4 | 132–205 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 3.7 L | ~275,000 km |
| Honda LFB | 2018–2023 | 2.0 L R4 | 145 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda CR-V 6 (RS) 2022–present | |||||||
| Honda LFC | 2022–present | 2.0 L R4 | 141 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda L15C | 2023–present | 1.5 L R4 | 127–200 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~250,000 km |
Honda CR-V engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda CR-V?
Honda CR-V 1 (RD) (1995–2000): Honda B20B; Honda CR-V 2 (RD5) (2001–2006): Honda K24A, Honda K20A and Honda N22A; Honda CR-V 3 (RE) (2006–2012): Honda R20A, Honda K24Z and Honda N22B; Honda CR-V 4 (RM) (2013–2018): Honda N16A and Honda K24W; Honda CR-V 5 (RW) (2016–present): Honda L15B and Honda LFB; Honda CR-V 6 (RS) (2022–present): Honda LFC and Honda L15C.
Which Honda CR-V engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda CR-V engines are: Honda B20B — about 350,000 km; Honda K24A — about 350,000 km; Honda K20A — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda CR-V engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda B20B — 3.8 L (5W-30); Honda K20A — 4.2 L (5W-30); Honda K24A — 4.2 L (5W-30); Honda K24W — 4.2 L (0W-20); Honda K24Z — 4.5 L (5W-30); Honda L15B — 3.7 L (5W-30); Honda L15C — 3.6 L (0W-20); Honda LFB — 4 L (0W-20); Honda LFC — 4.2 L (0W-20); Honda N16A — 5.1 L (0W-30); Honda N22A — 5.5 L (0W-30); Honda N22B — 5.5 L (0W-30); Honda R20A — 4.3 L (5W-30).
Does the Honda CR-V have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda K20A, Honda K24A, Honda K24W, Honda K24Z, Honda L15B, Honda L15C, Honda LFB, Honda LFC, Honda N16A, Honda N22A, Honda N22B and Honda R20A; timing belt: Honda B20B. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Honda CR-V available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Honda N16A, Honda N22A and Honda N22B.
Engine details
Honda K20A
The most famous problem with this engine is the rapid wear of the exhaust camshaft.
Honda K24A
The most well-known problem of the unit in the rapid wear of the exhaust camshaft.
Honda N22A
This diesel engine is known for its dislike of frost, in cold winters it simply does not start.
Honda R20A
This engine is quite demanding on the quality of fuel and oil used.
Honda K24Z
A rattle of the VTC actuator on cold starts is a common complaint.
Honda N22B
On specialized forums, the most complaints are about capricious piezoelectric nozzles.
Honda L15B
These motors are still little produced and characteristic malfunctions have not yet been identified.
Honda N16A
On specialized forums, they often complain about the vagaries of piezoelectric injectors.
Honda L15C
As on the L15B turbo, fuel can dilute the oil in cold climates and on short trips.
Honda LFB
A reliable engine in which the main problems of its predecessor have been fixed.
Honda LFC
The engine is new and owners mostly praise it; no clear weak points have been found yet.
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