PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T vs SkyActiv-G 1.5

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
SkyActiv-G 1.5 BUY 84/100
+8 points over PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T Mazda
0 / 100
BUY SkyActiv-G 1.5 Mazda

Specifications

PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T
SkyActiv-G 1.5
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
76
84
Years
2018--2023
2013--present
Displacement
2488 cc
1496 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
228--250 hp
75--131 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€600--€1,600
€0--€300

Character

PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T

"Mazda 6/CX-5/CX-9. Turbo version of proven SkyActiv-G 2.5. Dynamic pressure turbo (reduces lag). Carbon buildup (DI but mitigated by port injection assist). Good reliability data so far. Premium fuel recommended."

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

PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T 2

● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (DI with port assist) €300--€800 80,000 km--150,000 km
● MODERATE
Turbo actuator wear €300--€800 80,000 km--150,000 km

SkyActiv-G 1.5 1

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

Models

PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T 0

No models listed.

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
Full PY-VPTS SkyActiv-G 2.5T Report Full SkyActiv-G 1.5 Report