Honda S-MX engines

The Honda S-MX is a Japanese box-style compact van from Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Manufactured in Japan from 1996 to 2002 exclusively for the domestic market. The model was produced in the back of a 4-seater minivan and was presented as a youth one. A 5-seater modification was also produced. In 2000, the exterior of the car underwent a restyling. The S-MX was produced in three trim levels in all- and front-wheel drive configurations.

The Honda S-MX was offered with 1 engine between 1996 and 2002 (1 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 2.0 liters, power output from 125 to 150 hp. All of them use a timing belt.

Honda S-MX engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Honda S-MX 1 (RH) 1996–2002
Honda B20B1996–20022.0 L R4125–150 hppetrolbelt3.8 L~350,000 km

Honda S-MX engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Honda S-MX?

Honda S-MX 1 (RH) (1996–2002): Honda B20B.

How much oil does the Honda S-MX engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda B20B — 3.8 L (5W-30).

Does the Honda S-MX have a timing belt or chain?

Timing belt: Honda B20B. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Honda S-MX available with a diesel engine?

No, all Honda S-MX engines in our database run on petrol.

Engine details

Honda B20B

Honda B20B

1995–2002 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 125–150 hp · belt

This power unit is very reliable, rarely breaks down and only at high mileage.

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