C30A Acura C30A

3.0-літровий V6 двигун від Acura, відомий своєю надійністю та високими характеристиками для свого часу.

Brand: Acura Type: Petrol Configuration: V6 Production Years: 1990 - 1996 Production: Takahashi, Japan
28 Brand engines
7 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 3.0 L (2,977 cc)
Configuration V6
Number of Cylinders 6
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 270 - 280 л.с.
Torque 285 - 294 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 90.00 mm
Piston Stroke 78.00 mm
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Firing Order 1-4-2-5-3-6
Fuel System Multi-point Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 8,000 rpm
Max Torque RPM 5,400 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Belt
Timing belt replacement interval 100,000 km
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Lubrication System Wet sump
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family Honda C engine series
Manufacturing Plant Takahashi, Japan
Successor C32B

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 5 L (with filter: 5.3 L)
Recommended Viscosity 10W-30
Oil Standard API SG
Recommended Brands Mobil 1, Castrol GTX, Valvoline
Oil Change Interval 10 000 km or 12 mo
Oil Filter 15400-PL2-505
Air Filter 17220-PR7-A00
Replace every 30 000 km
Fuel filter 16010-SL0-505
Spark Plugs Type: Platinum
Part number: NGK PFR6G-11
Gap: 1.1 mm
Quantity: 6 pcs
Replace every 60 000 km
Coolant Capacity 9 L
Coolant Type Honda Type 2 (Honda Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 120 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 82°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 110°C
Critical Temperature 120°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 500-800 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 9/10

Expected lifespan: 300 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Timing belt wear Medium 100000-120000 km $500-1000

Known defects

  • Occasional oil leaks from valve cover gaskets

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 350 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 300 hp 320 Nm ECU remap
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$1000
Stage 2 320 hp 340 Nm ECU, Exhaust System
Required: Intake and exhaust upgrades
Reliability impact: Low 		$3000
Stage 3 350 hp 380 Nm -
Required: Forced induction, Engine internals upgrade
Reliability impact: Medium 		$8000

Popular modifications

  • Cold air intake
  • Performance exhaust system

Tuning limitations

  • Limited by naturally aspirated design

Детальні технічні характеристики

3
модифікацій
256–274
к.с.

Спільні характеристики

Back suspension Independent, spring
Body type Coupe
Boost type none
Capacity 2977 cm3
Car class S
Clearance 120 mm
Compression ratio 10.2
Country Japan
Cylinder bore 90.0 mm
Cylinder layout V-type
Engine code C30A
Engine type Gasoline
Front brakes ventilated disc
Front suspension Independent, spring
Front track width 1510 mm
Fuel 95
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
Full weight 1610 kg
Injection type distributed injection (multipoint)
Length 4425 mm
Number of cylinders 6
Number of doors 2
Number of seater 2
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Stroke cycle 78.0 mm
Timing belt DOHC
Valves per cylinder 4
Wheelbase 2530 mm

Модифікації двигуна

3.0 AT RWD (256 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic NSX 1 [рест.] 2002–2005
256 hp
engine
Engine model C30A
Engine placement central
Engine power 256 hp
Max power (kW) 188 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Maximum torque 284 N*m
Min trunk capacity 142 l
Turnover of maximum torque 5400 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.5 s
Max speed 260 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 17.1 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.7 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.8 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 4
dimensions
Back track width 1540 mm
Curb weight 1430 kg
Height 1170 mm
Width 1811 mm
3.0 AT (256 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic NSX 1 1990–2005
256 hp
engine
Engine model c30a
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine power 256 hp
Max power (kW) 188 kW
Max power at RPM 6600 RPM
Maximum torque 284 N*m
Min trunk capacity 120 l
Turnover of maximum torque 5400 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 6.9 s
Max speed 260 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.1 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 9.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.9 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 4
dimensions
Back track width 1530 mm
Curb weight 1430 kg
Height 1175 mm
Width 1810 mm
suspension
Wheel size 215/45/R16 245/40/R17
3.0 MT (274 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Manual NSX 1 1990–2005
274 hp
engine
Engine model c30a
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine power 274 hp
Max power (kW) 201 kW
Max power at RPM 7300 RPM
Maximum torque 284 N*m
Min trunk capacity 120 l
Turnover of maximum torque 5400 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 5.9 s
Max speed 270 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 13.1 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 9.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.3 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1530 mm
Curb weight 1370 kg
Height 1175 mm
Width 1810 mm
suspension
Wheel size 215/45/R16 245/40/R17

Cars with the C30A engine

This engine was fitted to 3 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
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 Acura NSX NSX 2001 - 2005
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 Acura Legend Legend (KA9) 1986 - 1990
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 Honda NSX NSX (NA1/NA2) 1990 - 2005

All modifications (7)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Acura NSX NSX 3.0 V6 270 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 270 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Acura NSX NSX 3.0 V6 270 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 270 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Acura NSX NSX 3.0 V6 270 л.с. 6-МКП 4x4 270 hp 6-МКП 4x4
Acura NSX NSX 3.0 V6 270 л.с. 5-Автомат 4x4 270 hp 5-Автомат 4x4
Acura Legend Legend (KA9) 3.0 V6 200 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 200 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Honda NSX NSX (NA1/NA2) 3.0 V6 270 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 270 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Honda NSX NSX (NA1/NA2) 3.5 V6 320 л.с. 6-Автомат 4x4 320 hp 6-Автомат 4x4

Interesting Facts

  • The C30A was the first production engine to feature titanium connecting rods.
  • It was co-developed with input from Ayrton Senna.

Applications

Total produced: 18000

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Acura NSX NA1 1990-1996 270hp/280hp USA, Japan, Europe

Compatible transmissions: 5-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic

Drive types: RWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 95
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 95
Consumption (City) 13 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 9 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 11 L/100km
Real Consumption 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L
Range 636 km
Cost per 100 km 15-20 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 1
CO₂ Emissions 255 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Awards and Recognition

  • Ward's 10 Best Engines (1995) — Best Performance Engine

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
1UZ-FE Toyota 3,969 cc 256 hp 353 Nm

Pros

  • High-revving nature
  • Lightweight due to aluminum construction

Cons

  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Limited tuning potential without forced induction