L3-VE/VDT vs MZR 1.6 (Z6)

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
MZR 1.6 (Z6) BEST 88/100
+16 points over L3-VE/VDT
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE L3-VE/VDT Mazda
0 / 100
BEST MZR 1.6 (Z6) Mazda

Specifications

L3-VE/VDT
MZR 1.6 (Z6)
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
72
88
Years
2003--2013
2003--2013
Displacement
2261 cc
1598 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
166--260 hp
105 hp
Known Issues
1
4
Total Risk Cost
€300--€700
€290--€850

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."

MZR 1.6 (Z6)

"Japanese engineering at its simplest. Timing chain, zero drama, 300k+ km documented. The invisible reliable engine."

Issues Comparison

L3-VE/VDT 1

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

MZR 1.6 (Z6) 4

● MODERATE
Thermostat housing leak €100--€300 80,000 km--150,000 km
○ MINOR
Ignition coil pack failure €60--€200 80,000 km--160,000 km
○ MINOR
Engine mount wear €80--€200 100,000 km--180,000 km
○ MINOR
VVT solenoid clogging €50--€150 100,000 km--200,000 km

Models

L3-VE/VDT 0

No models listed.

MZR 1.6 (Z6) 3

2 DY 2003--2007 Mazda3 1.6 BK 2003--2009 Hatchback Mazda3 1.6 BL 2009--2013 Hatchback
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