MZR 1.6 (Z6) vs SkyActiv-G 1.5

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
MZR 1.6 (Z6) BEST 88/100
+4 points over SkyActiv-G 1.5
0 / 100
BEST MZR 1.6 (Z6) Mazda
0 / 100
BUY SkyActiv-G 1.5 Mazda

Specifications

MZR 1.6 (Z6)
SkyActiv-G 1.5
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
BEST
BUY
Reliability
88
84
Years
2003--2013
2013--present
Displacement
1598 cc
1496 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
105 hp
75--131 hp
Known Issues
4
1
Total Risk Cost
€290--€850
€0--€300

Character

MZR 1.6 (Z6)

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

SkyActiv-G 1.5

"Mazda2/3/CX-3. High compression (14:1). Chain driven. Excellent fuel economy. No known major issues. Carbon buildup less than DI-only engines due to port injection."

Issues Comparison

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

SkyActiv-G 1.5 1

○ MINOR
Carbon buildup (minimal) €0--€300 100,000 km--200,000 km

Models

MZR 1.6 (Z6) 3

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

SkyActiv-G 1.5 6

2 DJ/DL 2014--present 2 DJ/DL 2014--present 3 BM/BN 2013--2019 MX-5 ND 2015--present CX-3 DK 2015--2024 2 DJ/DL 2018--present
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