Mazda L3-VE
The most famous problem of such an engine is increased oil consumption.
Mazda 5 engines
Mazda 5 is a compact class minivan, or compact van, designated in the Asian market as Mazda Premacy, from the Japanese manufacturer Mazda Motor Corporation. The first generation machines, produced since 1999, have been exported to Europe and Asia. The 2nd generation has been produced since 2006, and the 3rd was produced from 2010 to 2015. In the first 5 years of production, more than 200 thousand cars were purchased in the world. In Russia, the compact minivan is sold in the Family, Touring Plus, Touring and Active trim levels.
The Mazda 5 was offered with 8 engines between 2004 and 2018 (6 petrol, 2 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 2.5 liters, power output from 90 to 180 hp. 7 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mazda L5-VE (about 350,000 km).
Mazda 5 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda 5 CR 2004–2011 | |||||||
| Mazda L3-VE | 2004–2010 | 2.3 L R4 | 150–180 hp | petrol | chain | 3.5–4.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Mazda LFF7 | 2004–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 140–150 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~310,000 km |
| Mazda L8-DE | 2004–2010 | 1.8 L R4 | 120–125 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~275,000 km |
| Mazda RF7J | 2005–2010 | 2.0 L R4 | 110–145 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.8 L | ~280,000 km |
| Mazda LF-DE | 2005–2007 | 2.0 L R4 | 140–160 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Mazda 5 CW 2010–2018 | |||||||
| Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD | 2010–2015 | 1.6 L R4 | 90–115 hp | diesel, turbo | chain + belt | 3.8–3.9 L | ~300,000 km |
| Mazda L5-VE | 2010–2015 | 2.5 L R4 | 160–175 hp | petrol | chain | 5.5 L | ~350,000 km |
| Mazda LF-VD | 2010–2012 | 2.0 L R4 | 145–155 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~260,000 km |
| Mazda L8-DE | 2010–2018 | 1.8 L R4 | 120–125 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~275,000 km |
Mazda 5 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Mazda 5?
Mazda 5 CR (2004–2011): Mazda L3-VE, Mazda LFF7, Mazda L8-DE, Mazda RF7J and Mazda LF-DE; Mazda 5 CW (2010–2018): Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD, Mazda L5-VE, Mazda LF-VD and Mazda L8-DE.
Which Mazda 5 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Mazda 5 engines are: Mazda L5-VE — about 350,000 km; Mazda LFF7 — about 310,000 km; Mazda L3-VE — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Mazda 5 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mazda L3-VE — 3.5–4.7 L (5W-30); Mazda L5-VE — 5.5 L (5W-30); Mazda L8-DE — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mazda LF-DE — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mazda LF-VD — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mazda LFF7 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mazda RF7J — 4.8 L (5W-30); Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD — 3.8–3.9 L (5W-30).
Does the Mazda 5 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Mazda L3-VE, Mazda L5-VE, Mazda L8-DE, Mazda LF-DE, Mazda LF-VD, Mazda LFF7 and Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD; timing belt: Mazda RF7J and Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Mazda 5 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Mazda RF7J and Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD.
Engine details
Mazda L8-DE
The entire period of operation of a car with this engine, owners have to deal with floating speed.
Mazda LF-DE
The first years there were a lot of cases with jamming or falling out of the intake dampers.
Mazda LFF7
A lot of problems can be thrown by eternally sticking intake manifold flaps.
Mazda Y6 1.6 CiTD
In the engines of the first years of production, the camshaft cams quickly wore out.
Mazda RF7J
Most of the problems are caused by burnouts of the sealing washers under the nozzles.
Mazda L5-VE
This unit is considered the most reliable in its series and does not even consume much oil.
Mazda LF-VD
This power unit is rare and there is at least information about its breakdowns.
Models with the same engines
- Mazda 6 7 shared engines
- Mazda 3/Axela 6 shared engines
- Mazda MX-5 2 shared engines
- Mazda 2/Demio 1 shared engine