L15B/C Turbo VTEC vs L15A/B
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Specifications
Character
L15B/C Turbo VTEC
"Honda 1.5 turbo with direct injection from the Civic X, CR-V (2018-2023 in Europe), HR-V Sport and US Accord. Two known issues: fuel can dilute the oil on short, cold trips (2016-2018 cars needed a software update; 2019 cars got it from the factory), and owners in the US and Canada allege coolant leaks past the head gasket on 2016-2022 cars. Check the oil level and smell, and look for coolant loss."
L15A/B
"Honda 1.5 from the Fit/Jazz, City and Freed sold in Japan, Asia, Australia and the Americas - not offered new in Europe, where the Jazz and Civic used the 1.2/1.3/1.4 L-series. Simple chain-driven engine with few reported faults; valves need periodic clearance checks (no hydraulic lifters) and spark plugs must be changed on time."