Honda D16A
The power units of this series are reliable, but prone to oil consumption after 150,000 km.
Honda HR-V/Vezel engines
The Honda HR-V/Honda Vezel is a Japanese mini crossover vehicle manufactured by Honda Motor Co., Ltd from 1998 to 2006 and 2015 to the present in its 2nd generation. The manufacturer, creating the model, initially planned to combine an SUV and a comfortable car in one body. The three-door version of the car was produced until 2003. The car is assembled in Japan and China. For the first time, a 2nd generation car appeared on the North American market under the name Honda Vezel in 2013.
The Honda HR-V/Vezel was offered with 8 engines since 1999 (7 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 1.8 liters, power output from 106 to 205 hp. 7 use a timing chain and 1 a timing belt. 3 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda D16A (about 300,000 km).
Honda HR-V/Vezel engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda HR-V 1 (GH) 1999–2006 | |||||||
| Honda D16A | 1999–2006 | 1.6 L R4 | 110–130 hp | petrol | belt | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda HR-V 2 (RU) 2013–present | |||||||
| Honda L15B | 2013–present | 1.5 L R4 | 132–205 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 3.7 L | ~275,000 km |
| Honda L15Z | 2014–present | 1.5 L R4 | 115–121 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda LEB | 2014–2021 | 1.5 L R4 | 132 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda R18A | 2015–2022 | 1.8 L R4 | 140 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~280,000 km |
| Honda N16A | 2015–2018 | 1.6 L R4 | 120–160 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.1 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda Vezel 1 (RU) 2013–2021 | |||||||
| Honda LEB | 2013–2021 | 1.5 L R4 | 132 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda HR-V 3 (RV) 2021–present | |||||||
| Honda L15C | 2021–present | 1.5 L R4 | 127–200 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda LEC | 2021–present | 1.5 L R4 | 106 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda Vezel 2 (RV) 2021–present | |||||||
| Honda LEC | 2021–present | 1.5 L R4 | 106 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
Honda HR-V/Vezel engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda HR-V/Vezel?
Honda HR-V 1 (GH) (1999–2006): Honda D16A; Honda HR-V 2 (RU) (2013–present): Honda L15B, Honda L15Z, Honda LEB, Honda R18A and Honda N16A; Honda Vezel 1 (RU) (2013–2021): Honda LEB; Honda HR-V 3 (RV) (2021–present): Honda L15C and Honda LEC; Honda Vezel 2 (RV) (2021–present): Honda LEC.
Which Honda HR-V/Vezel engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda HR-V/Vezel engines are: Honda D16A — about 300,000 km; Honda L15Z — about 300,000 km; Honda LEB — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda HR-V/Vezel engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda D16A — 3.6 L (5W-30); Honda L15B — 3.7 L (5W-30); Honda L15C — 3.6 L (0W-20); Honda L15Z — 3.6 L (0W-20); Honda LEB — 3.6 L (5W-20); Honda LEC — 3.6 L (5W-20); Honda N16A — 5.1 L (0W-30); Honda R18A — 3.7 L (5W-30).
Does the Honda HR-V/Vezel have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda L15B, Honda L15C, Honda L15Z, Honda LEB, Honda LEC, Honda N16A and Honda R18A; timing belt: Honda D16A. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Honda HR-V/Vezel available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Honda N16A.
Engine details
Honda R18A
The power unit is quite demanding on the quality of the fuel and oil used.
Honda L15B
These motors are still little produced and characteristic malfunctions have not yet been identified.
Honda L15Z
There are no hydraulic lifters, so valve clearances need periodic adjustment.
Honda LEB
There is little information about failures so far; forums mostly discuss minor noises and vibrations.
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 LEC
A new hybrid engine, so there is no reliable failure statistics yet.
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