Honda L engine

This article is about the small L-series engine with a cylinder bore of 73 mm only. For the bigger 2.0-litre hybrid engine with naming started with "LF", see Honda R engine.

Honda L engine
Overview
ManufacturerHonda
Layout
ConfigurationInline-4
Displacement1.2–1.5 L; 73.1–91.4 cu in (1,198–1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.87 in)
Piston stroke71.58 mm (2.82 in)
74.4 mm (2.93 in)
78.7 mm (3.10 in)
80 mm (3.15 in)
89.4 mm (3.52 in)
Valvetrain
Compression ratio10.2:1-13.5:1
Combustion
TurbochargerMHI-TD03 (on some versions)
Fuel systemPGM-FI Direct injection
ManagementBosch or Keihin
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power output78–208 PS (57–153 kW; 77–205 hp)
Torque output110–260 N⋅m (81–192 lb⋅ft)

The L-series is a compact inline-four engine created by Honda, introduced in 2001 with the Honda Fit. It has 1.2 L (1,198 cc), 1.3 L (1,318 cc) and 1.5 litres (1,497 cc) displacement variants, which utilize the names L12A, L13A and L15A. Depending on the region, these engines are sold throughout the world in the 5-door Honda Brio Fit/Jazz hatchback Honda Civic and the 4-door Fit Aria/City sedan (also known as Fit Saloon). They can also be found in the Japanese-only Airwave wagon and Mobilio MPV.

Two different valvetrains are present on this engine series. The L12A, L13A and L15A use (Japanese: i-DSI), or “intelligent Dual & Sequential Ignition”. i-DSI utilizes two spark plugs per cylinder which fire at different intervals during the combustion process to achieve a more complete burn of the gasoline. This process allows the engine to have more power while keeping fuel consumption low, thanks to the better gasoline utilization. Emissions are also reduced. The i-DSI engines have two to five valves per cylinder and a modest redline of only 6,000 rpm, but reach maximum torque at mid-range rpm, allowing for better performance without having to rev the engine at high speeds. The i-DSI is also known for not using Turbochargers in the performance category, as it uses a high compression, long stroke with a lightweight and compact engine.

The other valvetrain in use is the VTEC on one of the two varieties of the L15A. This engine is aimed more at performance than efficiency with a slightly higher redline with 4 valves per cylinder, which reaches peak torque at higher rpm. However, it still offers a good combination of both performance and fuel efficiency. Both the i-DSI and VTEC have relatively high compression ratios at 10.8:1 and 10.4:1, respectively.

Before April 2006, the L-series were exclusively available with a 5-speed manual transmission, continuously variable transmission (CVT) and dual clutch transmission (DCT). With the introduction of the Fit in Canada and the United States, an L-series engine was mated to a traditional automatic transmission with a torque converter for the first time. The L12A i-DSI is available exclusively in the European domestic market Jazz and is sold with only a 5-speed manual transmission.

As of 2010, the L15A7 (i-VTEC) is a class legal engine choice for SCCA sanctioned Formula F competition, joining the 1.6L Ford Kent engine.[1]

In 2016 Honda introduced the L15B (DOHC-VTC-TURBO-VTEC) engine as part of their continuing global earth dreams strategy for lower emissions and higher fuel economy for a range of their cars, available with 6-speed manual and CVT transmissions with Earth Dreams Technology.[2]

L12

L12A i-DSI

Stock L12A i-DSI engine
  • Available exclusively in the European domestic market Jazz and available with only a 5-speed manual transmission.
    • Displacement: 1.2 L; 76.0 cu in (1,246 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 74.4 mm (2.87 in × 2.93 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
    • Power: 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp) at 5,700 rpm
    • Torque: 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 2,800 rpm
    • Variations: L12A1
    • SOHC 8 valves
    • 8 spark plugs, 2 per cylinder
  • Application:

L12B1 i-VTEC

  • SOHC 16 valve VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.2 L; 73.1 cu in (1,198 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 71.58 mm (2.87 in × 2.82 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
    • Power: 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6,200 rpm
    • Torque: 114 N⋅m (84 lb⋅ft) at 4,900 rpm
    • CO2 emission: 125 g (4.4 oz)/km
    • RPMLock: 6,500 rpm
    • SpeedLock: 145 km/h (90 mph)
    • ECU: Bosch, Keihin
  • Applications:

L12B3 i-VTEC

L12B3
  • SOHC 16 valve VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.2 L; 73.1 cu in (1,198 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 71.58 mm (2.87 in × 2.82 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
    • Power: 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6,000 rpm
    • Torque: 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm
    • SpeedLock: 145 km/h (90 mph)
  • Applications:

L12B4 i-VTEC

  • SOHC 16 valve VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.2 L; 73.1 cu in (1,198 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 71.58 mm (2.87 in × 2.82 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
    • Power: 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6,000 rpm
    • Torque: 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm
  • Applications:

L13

L13A i-DSI

L13A i-DSI
  • Sold as a 1.3 in the Japanese Fit/Fit Aria. European Civic 1.4 i-DSI has a standard 6-speed manual with an available 6-speed automated manual I-SHIFT transmission.
  • For 7th gen Civic, City, Fit & Jazz Models
    • Displacement: 1.3 L; 81.7 cu in (1,339 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 80 mm (2.87 in × 3.15 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
    • Horsepower: 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) at 5700 rpm (Europe)
  • 86 PS (63 kW; 85 hp) at 5700 rpm (Japan)[6]
    • Torque: 119 N⋅m (88 lb⋅ft) at 2800 rpm
    • Variations: L13A1 (Fit/Jazz), L13A7 (European market Civic), L13A8 (European market City)
  • For 8th gen Civic
    • Displacement: 1.3 L; 81.7 cu in (1,339 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 80 mm (2.87 in × 3.15 in)
    • Horsepower: 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp)
    • Torque: 123 N⋅m (91 lb⋅ft)
    • CO2 emission: 109 g (3.8 oz)/km (for the Honda Civic Hybrid)

L13Z i-VTEC

  • Available in the second generation Honda Fit (Japan series GE6 / GE7), Honda Airwave in Japan, and the European Honda Civic.
    • SOHC 16 valve i-VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.3 L; 81.7 cu in (1,339 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 80 mm (2.87 in × 3.15 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
    • Horsepower: 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 6,000 rpm
    • Torque: 127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm
    • source Honda│クルマ│フィット│スペック

L13B i-VTEC

  • DOHC 16 valve i-VTEC
  • Displacement: 1.3 L; 80.4 cu in (1,318 cc)
  • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 78.7 mm (2.87 in × 3.10 in)
  • Compression: 13.5:1
  • Power: 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 6,000 rpm
  • Torque: 119 N⋅m (88 lb⋅ft) at 5,000 rpm (GK3 Fit)
  • Top Speed: 180 km/h (110 mph)

L13Z1 i-VTEC

L13Z1 i-VTEC in Fifth Gen Honda City Pakistan
    • SOHC 16 valve i-VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.3 L; 81.7 cu in (1,339 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 80 mm (2.87 in × 3.15 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
    • Power: 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 6,000 rpm
    • Torque: 128 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 4,300 rpm
    • Speed Limiter: 190 km/h (120 mph)
  • Applications:

L15A

L15A (i-VTEC / CNG)

This engine has been used since 2007 in Honda City CNG

  • SOHC 16 valve i-VTEC
    • Displacement: 1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 89.4 mm (2.87 in × 3.52 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
    • Power: 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) at 6,600 rpm
    • Torque: 127 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm
    • CO2 emission: 148 g (5.2 oz)/km
  • Honda City CNG (Thailand)

L15A2 i-DSI

It debuted in Honda City/Fit Aria four door Sport-sedan in November 2002.[8]

  • Offered in the Fit Aria[6] and Partner in Japan.
    • Displacement: 1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 89.4 mm (2.87 in × 3.52 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
    • Power: 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 5,500 rpm
    • Torque: 131 N⋅m (97 lb⋅ft) at 2,700 rpm

L15A1 VTEC

Stock L15A1-VTEC engine

It debuted in JDM Fit and Mobilio Spike in September 2002.[9][10]

  • Available in the Fit, Fit Aria, Airwave, Mobilio, and Mobilio Spike in Japan. Sold throughout the world with 5-speed manual or CVT options in the Fit/Jazz, Airwave and City. Canadian and US Fit models offered a 5-speed automatic instead of the CVT.
    • Displacement: 1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
    • Bore x Stroke: 73 mm × 89.4 mm (2.87 in × 3.52 in)
    • Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
    • Power: 111 PS (82 kW; 109 hp) at 5,800 rpm
    • Torque: 143 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) at 4,000 rpm

L15A7

This engine has been used since 2009 in 2nd Gen Honda Jazz

L15A7

L15B & L15C

L15B (Earth Dreams + i-VTEC)

Honda L15B
(Earth Dreams i-VTEC)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2013–present
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Compression ratioSee table for specific application
Combustion
Fuel systemDirect fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee table for specific application
Torque outputSee table for specific application
Applications
Engine Application Compression Power Torque
L15B
(JDM) 		2013–2019 Honda Fit (GK5/GK6) (Japan) 11.5:1 132 PS (130 hp; 97 kW) at 6600 rpm[11] 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) at 4600 rpm
2014–2020 Honda Vezel (RU1/RU2) (Japan) 129 PS (127 hp; 95 kW) at 6600 rpm[12]
2016–present Honda Freed (GB5/GB6) (Japan) 131 PS (129 hp; 96 kW) at 6600 rpm[13]
2015–present Honda Shuttle (GK8/GK9) (Japan) 132 PS (130 hp; 97 kW) at 6600 rpm[14]
L15B1 2013–2019 Honda Fit/Jazz (GK5/GK6) 11.5:1 132 PS (130 hp; 97 kW) at 6600 rpm
L15B4 2014–2020 Honda HR-V (RU1/RU2) 11.5:1 132 PS (130 hp; 97 kW) at 6600 rpm
L15BU 2020–present Honda Fit/Jazz/Life (GR9/GS1) 11.5:1 132 PS (130 hp; 97 kW) at 6600 rpm

L15B & L15C (Earth Dreams VTC/VTEC Turbo)

Honda L15B & L15C
(Earth Dreams VTC/VTEC Turbo)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2015–present
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Compression ratioSee left for specific application.
Combustion
Turbocharger1
Fuel systemDirect fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee left for specific application.
Torque outputSee left for specific application.
Applications
Engine Application Valve system Compression Boost pressure Power Torque Redline
L15B7 2016–2021 Honda Civic Sedan/Coupe (FC1/FC3)[15] VTC 10.6:1 16.5 psi (1.14 bar) 176 PS (129 kW; 174 hp) at 6000 rpm 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1700–5500 rpm 6500 rpm
2016–2021 Honda Civic Hatchback (FK4) (Asia and Oceania exclude Japan)
2016–2021 Honda Civic Sedan/Coupe Si (FC1/FC3) 10.3:1 20.3 psi (1.40 bar) 205 hp (153 kW) @ 5700 RPM 190 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 2100–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
2022–present Honda Civic Sedan/Hatchback (FE1/FL1)[16] VTEC 10.3:1 16.5 psi (1.14 bar) 180 hp (130 kW) @ 5700 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM 6600 rpm
L15B8 2016–2021 Honda Civic Sedan/Hatchback (FC1/FK7) (China)[17] VTC 10.6:1 174 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM 6500 rpm
L15B9 2016–present Acura CDX (China) VTC 10.6:1 182 hp (136 kW) @ 5500 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1900–5500 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BA 2016–2021 Honda Civic Hatchback (FK7) (North America LX and EX trim)[18] VTC 10.6:1 16.5 psi (1.14 bar) 174 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM 6600 rpm
2016–2021 Honda Civic Hatchback (FK7) (Europe and North America Sport/Sport Touring trim) CVT 180 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM CVT 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM 6600 rpm
6MT 180 hp (130 kW) @ 5500 RPM 6MT 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1900–5500 rpm
L15BD 2016–present Honda Avancier (TG1)[19] VTC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5600 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 2000–5500 rpm 6500 rpm
2016–present Honda UR-V (TG4) VTC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5600 RPM 243 N⋅m (179 lb⋅ft) at 2000–5500 rpm 6500 rpm
L15BE 2017–2022 Honda CR-V (RW1/RW2)[20][21] VTC 10.3:1 18.5 psi (1.28 bar) 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5600 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 2000–5500 RPM
2023–present Honda CR-V (RS3/RS4)[22] VTEC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 6000 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 1700–5000 RPM 6600 rpm
2018–2022 Honda Accord (CV1)[20][23] VTEC 10.3:1 20.2 psi (1.39 bar) 192 hp (143 kW) @ 5500 RPM 190 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 1600–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
2023–present Honda Accord (CY1)[24] VTEC 10.6:1 192 hp (143 kW) @ 6000 RPM 192 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 1700–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BF 2015–2019 Honda Jade (FR5) VTC 10.6:1 8.7 psi (0.60 bar) 150 hp (110 kW) @ 5500 RPM 151 lb⋅ft (205 N⋅m) @ 1600–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BG
(FFV) 		2018–present Honda Accord (CV1) (Thailand)[25][26] VTEC 10.3:1 187 hp (139 kW) @ 5500 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 2000–5500 RPM 6500 rpm
2022–present Honda Civic Sedan (FE1) 176 hp (131 kW) @ 6000 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM 6600 rpm
L15BJ 2022–present Honda Civic Sedan (FE1) VTEC 10.3:1 127 hp (95 kW) @ 6000 RPM 130 lb⋅ft (180 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM 6600 rpm
L15BL 2017–present Honda CR-V (RW1/RW2) (China) VTC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5600 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 2000–5500 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BM 2018–2020 Honda Accord (CV1) (China 230 TURBO trim) VTC 10.6:1 174 hp (130 kW) @ 5500 RPM 170 lb⋅ft (230 N⋅m) @ 1500–3000 RPM 6600 rpm
L15BN 2018–present Honda Accord (CV1) (China 260 TURBO trim) VTEC 10.3:1 192 hp (143 kW) @ 5500 RPM 190 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 1600–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BP 2018–present Honda Vezel (RU1) (China 220 TURBO trim) VTC 10.6:1 174 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM
L15BR 2018–present Honda Inspire (CV1) (China) VTEC 10.3:1 192 hp (143 kW) @ 5500 RPM 190 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 1600–5000 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BS 2018–present Honda XR-V (RU1) (China 220 TURBO trim) VTC 10.6:1 174 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM
L15BT 2017–present Honda Breeze (RY1/RY2) (China)[27] VTC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5600 RPM 179 lb⋅ft (243 N⋅m) @ 2000–5500 RPM 6500 rpm
L15BY 2018–2020 Honda HR-V (RU1) (Europe Sport Turbo trim) VTC 10.6:1 180 hp (130 kW) @ 5000 RPM CVT 160 lb⋅ft (220 N⋅m) @ 1700–5500 RPM 6600 rpm
6MT 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1900–5500 RPM
2018–2023 Honda CR-V (RW1/RW2) (Europe) VTC 10.6:1 CVT 193 PS (142 kW; 190 hp) at 5600 rpm CVT 243 N⋅m (179 lb⋅ft) at 2000–5000 rpm
6MT 173 PS (127 kW; 171 hp) at 5600 rpm 6MT 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1900–5000 rpm
L15C[15] 2016–2021 Honda Civic Hatchback (FK7) (Japan) VTC 10.6:1 CVT 182 PS (134 kW; 180 hp) at 6000 rpm CVT 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1700–5500 rpm
6MT 182 PS (134 kW; 180 hp) at 5500 rpm 6MT 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1900–5000 rpm
2022–present Honda Civic Hatchback (FL1) (Japan)[28] VTEC 10.3:1 182 PS (134 kW; 180 hp) at 6000 rpm 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1700–4500 rpm
L15C1 2022–present Honda HR-V (RV3) (RS Turbo trim) VTEC 10.3:1 14.5 psi (1.00 bar) 177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) at 6000 rpm
L15C2 (FFV) 2023–present Honda CR-V (RS3/RS4) (Thailand) VTEC 10.3:1 190 hp (140 kW) @ 6000 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–5000 RPM
L15C3 2022–present Honda HR-V (RV3) (Malaysia Turbo trim) VTEC 10.3:1 181 hp (135 kW) @ 6000 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM
L15C7 2022–present Honda Civic Sedan (FE1) (China 180 TURBO trim) VTEC 10.3:1 127 hp (95 kW) @ 5500-6000 RPM 130 lb⋅ft (180 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM
L15C8 2022–present Honda Civic Sedan (FE1) (China 240 TURBO trim) VTEC 10.3:1 180 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM
L15C9 2022–present Honda Integra (FE1) (China) VTEC 10.3:1 180 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 RPM 180 lb⋅ft (240 N⋅m) @ 1700–4500 RPM
L15CA 2022–present Honda Civic Si (FE1)

2023–present Acura Integra (DE4)

VTEC 10.3:1 17.8 psi (1.23 bar) 200 hp (150 kW) @ 6000 RPM 190 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 1800–5000 RPM
Additional notes
  • Turbocharged L15B/L15C engines that feature VTC system have Variable Timing Control (VTC) on both the intake and exhaust side.[29][30] It was advertised and badged as VTEC Turbo in Australia and some Asian markets, despite not featuring an actual Variable Valve Lift system like conventional VTEC engines.[31]
  • Turbocharged L15B/L15C engines that feature VTEC system come with an addition of Variable Valve lift, but unlike Naturally aspirated engine VTEC. It exists on the exhaust cam side only[20]
  • L15BG and L15C2 engine is flex fuel capable up to E85
  • L15BJ engine is a downtuned version of the L15BG engine.[32]
  • L15B7 VTC Engine
    L15B7 VTC Engine
  • L15B9 VTC Engine
    L15B9 VTC Engine
  • L15C1 VTEC Engine
    L15C1 VTEC Engine

L15Z

L15Z (i-VTEC)

Honda L15Z (i-VTEC)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2014–present
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainSOHC
Compression ratioSee table for specific application
Combustion
Fuel systemMulti-point fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee table for specific application
Torque outputSee table for specific application
Applications
Engine Application Compression Power Torque
L15Z1 2014–present Honda Mobilio (DD4) 10.3:1 118 hp (88 kW) 119 bhp at 6600 RPM 107 lb⋅ft (145 N⋅m) at 4600 RPM
2014–2020 Honda City (GM6)
2016–present Honda BR-V (DG1)
L15Z1
(FFV) 		2014–present Honda Mobilio (DD4) (Thailand) 10.3:1 115 hp (86 kW) at 6000 RPM 108 lb⋅ft (146 N⋅m) at 4700 RPM
2014–2020 Honda City (GM6) (Thailand)
2016–present Honda BR-V (DG1) (Thailand)
L15Z2
(FFV) 		2013–2019 Honda Jazz (GK5) (Thailand) 10.3:1 115 hp (86 kW) at 6000 RPM 108 lb⋅ft (146 N⋅m) at 4700 RPM
L15Z5 2013–2019 Honda Jazz (GK5) 10.3:1 118 hp (88 kW) at 6600 RPM 107 lb⋅ft (145 N⋅m) at 4800 RPM
L15Z6 2014–present Honda HR-V (RU1) (Indonesia) 10.3:1 118 hp (88 kW) at 6600 RPM 107 lb⋅ft (145 N⋅m) at 4600 RPM
Additional notes
  • L15Z1 (only FFV version) and L15Z2 engine is flex fuel capable up to E85

L15Z (Earth Dreams i-VTEC)

Honda L15Z
(Earth Dreams i-VTEC)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2020–present
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Compression ratioSee table for specific application
Combustion
Fuel systemMulti-point fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee table for specific application
Torque outputSee table for specific application
Applications
Engine Application Compression Power Torque
L15Z 2021–present Honda Vezel (RV3/RV4) (Japan)[33] 10.6:1 118 PS (87 kW; 116 hp) at 6600 rpm 142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) at 4300 rpm
L15ZE 2020–present Honda City (GN2/GN5) (Malaysia)[34] 121 PS (89 kW; 119 hp) at 6600 rpm 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) at 4300 rpm
L15ZF 2020–present Honda City (GN2/GN5) 121 PS (89 kW; 119 hp) at 6600 rpm 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) at 4300 rpm
2020–present Honda Jazz (GR9/GS1) (Taiwan Singapore and South Africa)[35]
2021–present Honda BR-V (DG3)
2022–present Honda HR-V (RV3)
2022–present Honda WR-V (DG4) (Indonesia)
2023 Honda Elevate (Upcoming) (India)

LD (L13-based Hybrid engine)

LDA (IMA)

Honda LDA (IMA)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2001–2015
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.3 L; 81.7 cu in (1,339 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke80 mm (3.150 in)
ValvetrainSOHC
Compression ratioSee left for specific application.
Combustion
Fuel systemMulti-point fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee left for specific application.
Torque outputSee left for specific application.

Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system, features Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)[36]

Applications
Engine Application Compression Valve System Power (Engine) Torque (Engine) Power (Motor) Torque (Motor)
LDA-MF3 2001–2005 Honda Civic Hybrid (ES9) (Japan)[37] 10.8:1 VTEC 85 hp (63 kW) @ 5700 RPM 85 lb⋅ft (115 N⋅m) @ 3300 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 4000 RPM 36 lb⋅ft (49 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
LDA-MF5 2006–2010 Honda Civic Hybrid (FD3) (Japan)[38] 10.8:1 3-stage i-VTEC 93 hp (69 kW) @ 6000 RPM 89 lb⋅ft (121 N⋅m) @ 4500 RPM 20 hp (15 kW) @ 2000 RPM 76 lb⋅ft (103 N⋅m) @ 0-1160 RPM
LDA-MF6 2009–2014 Honda Insight (ZE2) (Japan)[39] 10.8:1 i-VTEC 88 hp (66 kW) @ 5800 RPM 89 lb⋅ft (121 N⋅m) @ 4500 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 1500 RPM 58 lb⋅ft (78 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
2010–2013 Honda Fit Hybrid (GP1) (Japan)[40]
2010–2015 Honda Fit Shuttle Hybrid (GP2) (Japan)[41]
LDA1 2001–2005 Honda Civic Hybrid (ES9) 10.8:1 VTEC 85 hp (63 kW) @ 5700 RPM 85 lb⋅ft (115 N⋅m) @ 3300 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 4000 RPM 36 lb⋅ft (49 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
LDA2 2006–2010 Honda Civic Hybrid (FD3) 10.8:1 3-stage i-VTEC 93 hp (69 kW) @ 6000 RPM 89 lb⋅ft (121 N⋅m) @ 4500 RPM 20 hp (15 kW) @ 2000 RPM 76 lb⋅ft (103 N⋅m) @ 0-1160 RPM
LDA3 2009–2014 Honda Insight (ZE2) 10.8:1 i-VTEC 88 hp (66 kW) @ 5800 RPM 89 lb⋅ft (121 N⋅m) @ 4500 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 1500 RPM 58 lb⋅ft (78 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
2010–2013 Honda Fit Hybrid (GP1)
Additional notes
  • LDA-MF3 and LDA1 engine feature i-DSI ignition system[36]
  • LDA-MF5 Engine
    LDA-MF5 Engine

LE (L15-based Hybrid engine)

LEA (IMA)

Honda LEA (IMA)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2010–2016
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainSOHC
Compression ratioSee left for specific application.
Combustion
Fuel systemMulti-point fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee left for specific application.
Torque outputSee left for specific application.

i-VTEC with Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system

Applications
Engine Application Compression Power (Engine) Torque (Engine) Power (Motor) Torque (Motor)
LEA-MF6 2010–2014 Honda Insight Exclusive (ZE3) (Japan)[42] 10.4:1 111 hp (83 kW) @ 6000 RPM 105 lb⋅ft (142 N⋅m) @ 4800 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 1500 RPM 58 lb⋅ft (78 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
2011–2016 Honda Freed Spike (GP3) (Japan)
2010–2013 Honda Fit Hybrid RS (GP4) (Japan)[40]
2010–2015 Honda CR-Z (ZF1) (Japan)[43]
LEA1 2010–2015 Honda CR-Z (ZF1) 10.4:1 111 hp (83 kW) @ 6000 RPM 105 lb⋅ft (142 N⋅m) @ 4800 RPM 14 hp (10 kW) @ 1500 RPM 58 lb⋅ft (78 N⋅m) @ 1000 RPM
LEA2 2012–2015 Honda Civic Hybrid (FB4) 10.8:1 110 hp (82 kW) @ 5500 RPM 127 lb⋅ft (172 N⋅m) @ 3500 RPM 23 hp (17 kW) @ 1546-3000 RPM 78 lb⋅ft (106 N⋅m) @ 500-1546 RPM

LEB (i-DCD)

Honda LEB (i-DCD)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2013–2024
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Compression ratioSee table for specific application
Combustion
Fuel systemDirect fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee table for specific application
Torque outputSee table for specific application

Earth Dreams i-VTEC with Sport Hybrid i-DCD (intelligent Dual-Clutch Drive) system, operates in Atkinson-cycle

Applications
Engine Application Compression Power (Engine) Torque (Engine) Power (Motor) Torque (Motor)
LEB-H1 2013–2019 Honda Fit Hybrid (GP5/GP6) (Japan)[7] 13.5:1 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) at 6000 rpm 134 N⋅m (99 lb⋅ft) at 5000 rpm 29.5 PS (22 kW; 29 hp)
at 1313–2000 rpm 		160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft)
at 0–1313 rpm
2014–2020 Honda Grace (GM4/GM5) (Japan)
2016–2024 Honda Freed Hybrid (GB7/GB8) (Japan)[44]
2017–2022 Honda Shuttle Hybrid (GP7/GP8) (Japan)[45]
2013–2021 Honda Vezel Hybrid (RU3/RU4) (Japan)[12] 11.5:1 132 PS (97 kW; 130 hp) at 6600 rpm 156 N⋅m (115 lb⋅ft) at 4600 rpm
2015–2020 Honda Jade (FR4) (Japan)[46] 131 PS (96 kW; 129 hp) at 6600 rpm 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) at 4600 rpm
LEB1 2014–2020 Honda Jazz Hybrid (GP5) (Malaysia) 13.5:1 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) at 6000 rpm 134 N⋅m (99 lb⋅ft) at 5000 rpm
2014–2020 Honda City Hybrid (GM7) (Malaysia)
2014–2021 Honda HR-V Hybrid (RU3/RU4) (Malaysia) 11.5:1 132 PS (97 kW; 130 hp) at 6600 rpm 156 N⋅m (115 lb⋅ft) at 4600 rpm

LEB & LEC (i-MMD)

Honda LEB & LEC (i-MMD)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production2017–present
Layout
ConfigurationI4
Displacement1.5 L; 91.4 cu in (1,497 cc)
Cylinder bore73 mm (2.874 in)
Piston stroke89.4 mm (3.520 in)
ValvetrainDOHC
Compression ratioSee left for specific application.
Combustion
Fuel systemMulti-point fuel injection
ManagementECU
Fuel typeGasoline
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power outputSee left for specific application.
Torque outputSee left for specific application.

Earth Dreams i-VTEC with Sport Hybrid “i-MMD” (Intelligent Multi Mode Drive) system, operates in Atkinson-cycle

Applications
Engine Application Compression Power (Engine) Torque (Engine) Power (Motor) Torque (Motor)
LEB-H4 2018–2022 Honda Insight (ZE4) (Japan)[47] 13.5:1 109 hp (81 kW) @ 6000 RPM 99 lb⋅ft (134 N⋅m) @ 5000 RPM 131 hp (98 kW) @ 4000-8000 RPM 197 lb⋅ft (267 N⋅m) @ 0-3000 RPM
2018–2021 Honda Clarity PHEV (ZC5) (Japan)[48] 105 hp (78 kW) @ 5500 RPM 99 lb⋅ft (134 N⋅m) @ 5000 RPM 184 hp (137 kW) @ 5000-6000 RPM 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) @ 0-2000 RPM
LEB-H5 2020–present Honda Fit e:HEV (GR3/GR4/GR6/GR8) (Japan)[49] 13.5:1 106 hp (79 kW) @ 6000-6400 RPM 94 lb⋅ft (127 N⋅m) @ 4500-5000 RPM 123 hp (92 kW) @ 3500-8000 RPM 187 lb⋅ft (253 N⋅m) @ 0-3000 RPM
LEB3 2017–2021 Honda Clarity PHEV (ZC5) 13.5:1 105 hp (78 kW) @ 5500 RPM 99 lb⋅ft (134 N⋅m) @ 5000 RPM 184 hp (137 kW) @ 5000-6000 RPM 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) @ 0-2000 RPM
LEB6 2018–2022 Honda Insight (ZE4) 13.5:1 109 hp (81 kW) @ 6000 RPM 99 lb⋅ft (134 N⋅m) @ 5000 RPM 131 hp (98 kW) @ 4000-8000 RPM 197 lb⋅ft (267 N⋅m) @ 0-3000 RPM
LEB8 2020–present Honda City e:HEV (GN3/GN6) 13.5:1 98 hp (73 kW) @ 5600-6400 RPM 94 lb⋅ft (127 N⋅m) @ 4500-5000 RPM 109 hp (81 kW) @ 3500-8000 RPM 187 lb⋅ft (253 N⋅m) @ 0-3000 RPM
2020–present Honda Jazz e:HEV (GR3/GR6) 97 lb⋅ft (131 N⋅m) @ 4500-5000 RPM
LEC-H5 2021–present Honda Vezel e:HEV (RV5/RV6) (Japan)[50] 13.5:1 106 hp (79 kW) @ 6000-6400 RPM 94 lb⋅ft (127 N⋅m) @ 4500-5000 RPM 131 hp (98 kW) @ 4000-8000 RPM 187 lb⋅ft (253 N⋅m) @ 0-3500 RPM
LEC6 2021–present Honda HR-V e:HEV (RV5) 13.5:1 106 hp (79 kW) @ 6000-6400 RPM 94 lb⋅ft (127 N⋅m) @ 4500-5000 RPM 131 hp (98 kW) @ 4000-8000 RPM 187 lb⋅ft (253 N⋅m) @ 0-3500 RPM

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