Honda L15A
The power units of this series are considered very reliable and have no weaknesses.
Honda Mobilio engines
The Honda Mobilio is a Japanese compact van from Honda Motor Co., Ltd. The first generation of the model was produced from 2001 to 2008, the second was launched in 2014. The car is manufactured in India, Indonesia and Thailand. Supplied in addition to the countries of Southeast Asia in South Africa. In 2014, a sports version of the car was also released – the Mobilio RS, and at the beginning of 2017 – a left-hand drive modification. The translation of the model name means “mobility”.
The Honda Mobilio was offered with 3 engines since 2014 (2 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 1.5 liters, power output from 90 to 121 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda L15Z (about 300,000 km).
Honda Mobilio engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Mobilio 1 2014–2018 | |||||||
| Honda N15A | 2014–2018 | 1.5 L | 100 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | ||
| Honda Mobilio 1 (DD4) 2014–present | |||||||
| Honda L15Z | 2014–present | 1.5 L R4 | 115–121 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Honda Mobilio engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Honda L15A | 2001–present | 1.5 L R4 | 90–120 hp | petrol | chain | 3.6 L | ~275,000 km |
Honda Mobilio engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda Mobilio?
Honda Mobilio 1 (2014–2018): Honda N15A; Honda Mobilio 1 (DD4) (2014–present): Honda L15Z.
Which Honda Mobilio engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda Mobilio engines are: Honda L15Z — about 300,000 km; Honda L15A — about 275,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda Mobilio engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda L15A — 3.6 L (5W-30); Honda L15Z — 3.6 L (0W-20).
Does the Honda Mobilio have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda L15A, Honda L15Z and Honda N15A.
Was the Honda Mobilio available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Honda N15A.
Engine details
Honda L15Z
There are no hydraulic lifters, so valve clearances need periodic adjustment.
Honda N15A
Frequent short trips quickly coke the EGR valve and the intake tract.
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