L15B/C Turbo VTEC vs B-Series
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
B-Series
BEST
88/100
+13 points over L15B/C Turbo VTEC
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
L15B/C Turbo VTEC
Honda
0
/ 100
BEST
B-Series
Honda
Specifications
L15B/C Turbo VTEC
B-Series
Brand
Honda
Honda
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
75
88
Years
2015--present
1989--2001
Displacement
1498 cc
1797 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
174--182 hp
160--200 hp
Known Issues
0
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€200--€400
Character
L15B/C Turbo VTEC
"Civic X/XI turbo. Oil dilution concern in cold climates (fuel mixing with oil). Otherwise solid."
B-Series
"Civic VTi/Integra Type R. High-revving VTEC legends. Forged internals on Type R variants. 8,500+ rpm. Extremely reliable if not abused. One of the greatest engine families ever."
Issues Comparison
L15B/C Turbo VTEC 0
No documented issues.
B-Series 1
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference)