Skyactiv-D 2.2 vs LF-VE/DE
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
LF-VE/DE
BUY
80/100
+2 points over Skyactiv-D 2.2
0
/ 100
BUY
Skyactiv-D 2.2
Mazda
0
/ 100
BUY
LF-VE/DE
Mazda
Specifications
Skyactiv-D 2.2
LF-VE/DE
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
78
80
Years
2012--present
2003--2013
Displacement
2191 cc
1999 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
150--184 hp
141--167 hp
Known Issues
0
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€50--€200
Character
Skyactiv-D 2.2
"Low compression diesel (14:1). No DPF issues at lower compression. Good highway. Carbon buildup possible."
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
Skyactiv-D 2.2 0
No documented issues.
LF-VE/DE 1
○ MINOR
Coil pack failure