L3-VE vs Skyactiv-X 2.0

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
Skyactiv-X 2.0 BEST 94/100
+10 points over L3-VE
0 / 100
BUY L3-VE Mazda
0 / 100
BEST Skyactiv-X 2.0 Mazda

Specifications

L3-VE
Skyactiv-X 2.0
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
BUY
BEST
Reliability
84
94
Years
2002--2018
2019--present
Displacement
2261 cc
1998 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
150--180 hp
178--186 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€0--€200

Character

L3-VE

"Mazda's naturally aspirated 2.3 MZR (Mazda6 2.3 166 PS, also Mazda3, Mazda5, MPV, Tribute and Ford models). Chain-driven, port injection, no turbo - a much simpler engine than the 2.3 MPS turbo. Its best-known weakness is increased oil consumption, so check the level often. Valve clearances need periodic adjustment (no hydraulic lifters)."

Skyactiv-X 2.0

"Mazda's 2.0 petrol with spark-controlled compression ignition (SPCCI) and M Hybrid mild-hybrid system, in the Mazda3 and CX-30. Despite the complex technology, long-term tests by ADAC, auto motor und sport and AUTO BILD (100,000 km with teardown) found no engine faults beyond one replaced cylinder pressure sensor. Early 2019 cars had a software recall for a stall risk; make sure all ECU updates are done. Limited data beyond 100,000 km so far."

Issues Comparison

L3-VE 1

● MODERATE
Increased oil consumption N/A--N/A N/A--N/A

Skyactiv-X 2.0 2

○ MINOR
SPCCI cylinder pressure sensor failure - rare N/A--N/A N/A--N/A
○ MINOR
Engine control software - stall risk recall (2019 builds), hesitation €0--€200 N/A--N/A

Models

L3-VE 1

6 GG/GY 2002--2008

Skyactiv-X 2.0 2

3 BP 2019--present CX-30 DM 2019--present
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