Skyactiv-X 2.0 vs MZR 1.6 (Z6)

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
MZR 1.6 (Z6) BEST 88/100
+16 points over Skyactiv-X 2.0
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE Skyactiv-X 2.0 Mazda
0 / 100
BEST MZR 1.6 (Z6) Mazda

Specifications

Skyactiv-X 2.0
MZR 1.6 (Z6)
Brand
Mazda
Mazda
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
72
88
Years
2019--present
2003--2013
Displacement
1998 cc
1598 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
178--186 hp
105 hp
Known Issues
2
4
Total Risk Cost
€600--€1,800
€290--€850

Character

Skyactiv-X 2.0

"Spark-controlled compression ignition. Innovative. Some injector issues early. Efficient when it works. Experimental tech."

MZR 1.6 (Z6)

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

Issues Comparison

Skyactiv-X 2.0 2

● MODERATE
Injector precision — SPCCI complexity €400--€1,200 60,000 km--120,000 km
○ MINOR
System sensors — complex monitoring €200--€600 40,000 km--100,000 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

Skyactiv-X 2.0 2

CX-30 DM 2019--present 3 BP 2019--present

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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