Honda D17A
This engine is reliable, but may start to consume oil by 150,000 km.
Honda FR-V/Edix engines
The Honda FR-V is a Japanese compact van from the Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Manufactured from 2004 to 2009. The car has three-seater both rear and front row of seats. Thanks to this, in Europe, the car was positioned as convenient for placing a child and parents in the front seats. In the Japanese car market, the model was sold under the name Honda Edix. The model is based on Civic car. The developers present the FR-V as a car with a sporty disposition, which is expressed both in design and in technical characteristics.
The Honda FR-V/Edix was offered with 5 engines between 2004 and 2009 (4 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.7 to 2.4 liters, power output from 115 to 220 hp. 4 use a timing chain and 1 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda K24A (about 350,000 km).
Honda FR-V/Edix engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda FR-V 1 (BE) 2004–2009 | |||||||
| Honda K24A | 2004–2009 | 2.4 L R4 | 160–205 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda K20A | 2004–2007 | 2.0 L R4 | 155–220 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda D17A | 2004–2007 | 1.7 L R4 | 115–135 hp | petrol | belt | 3.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda N22A | 2005–2009 | 2.2 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.5 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda R18A | 2007–2009 | 1.8 L R4 | 140 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~280,000 km |
Honda FR-V/Edix engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda FR-V/Edix?
Honda FR-V 1 (BE) (2004–2009): Honda K24A, Honda K20A, Honda D17A, Honda N22A and Honda R18A.
Which Honda FR-V/Edix engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda FR-V/Edix engines are: Honda K24A — about 350,000 km; Honda D17A — about 300,000 km; Honda K20A — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda FR-V/Edix engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda D17A — 3.5 L (5W-30); Honda K20A — 4.2 L (5W-30); Honda K24A — 4.2 L (5W-30); Honda N22A — 5.5 L (0W-30); Honda R18A — 3.7 L (5W-30).
Does the Honda FR-V/Edix have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda K20A, Honda K24A, Honda N22A and Honda R18A; timing belt: Honda D17A. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Honda FR-V/Edix available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Honda N22A.
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 R18A
The power unit is quite demanding on the quality of the fuel and oil used.
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