L3-VE/VDT vs LF-VE/DE

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
LF-VE/DE BUY 80/100
+8 points over L3-VE/VDT
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE L3-VE/VDT Mazda
0 / 100
BUY LF-VE/DE Mazda

Specifications

L3-VE/VDT
LF-VE/DE
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
80
Years
2003--2013
2003--2013
Displacement
2261 cc
1999 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
166--260 hp
141--167 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€300--€700
€50--€200

Character

L3-VE/VDT

"Mazda3/6 MPS. NA version reliable. Turbo MPS version: VVT actuator failure, turbo seal leaks at high boost. Strong internals. Great tuning platform."

LF-VE/DE

"Mazda3/6. Ford co-developed (Duratec basis). VVT. Timing chain. Reliable and smooth. Coil pack failures. Thermostat. Low drama ownership. Good base for MPS/Speed turbo."

Issues Comparison

L3-VE/VDT 1

● MODERATE
VVT actuator failure (MPS) €300--€700 80,000 km--150,000 km

LF-VE/DE 1

○ MINOR
Coil pack failure €50--€200 40,000 km--80,000 km

Models

L3-VE/VDT 0

No models listed.

LF-VE/DE 3

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