L15B1 Honda L15B1

Компактний 4-циліндровий двигун з безпосереднім впорском, оптимізований для економії пального та надійності.

Brand: Honda Type: Petrol Configuration: Inline-4 Production Years: 2013 - теперішній час Production: Suzuka, Japan
43 Brand engines
7 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 1.5 L (1,498 cc)
Configuration Inline-4
Number of Cylinders 4
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 130 л.с.
Torque 155 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 73.00 mm
Piston Stroke 89.50 mm
Compression Ratio 10.3:1
Firing Order 1-3-4-2
Fuel System Direct Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 6,600 rpm
Max Torque RPM 4,600 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Chain
Timing Chain Replacement 200000 or as needed
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Engine Weight 120 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H) 500 × 400 × 500 mm
Lubrication System Wet sump
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family Honda L series
Manufacturing Plant Suzuka, Japan

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 4.5 L (with filter: 4.8 L)
Recommended Viscosity 0W-20
Oil Standard API SN, ILSAC GF-5
Recommended Brands Honda Genuine Oil, Mobil 1, Castrol Edge
Oil Change Interval 10 000 km or 12 mo
Oil Filter 15400-PLM-A02
Air Filter 17220-5A2-A00
Replace every 30 000 km
Cabin Filter 80292-T2A-A01
Spark Plugs Type: Iridium
Part number: 12290-R1A-A01
Gap: 1.1 mm
Quantity: 4 pcs
Replace every 60 000 km
Coolant Capacity 6 L
Coolant Type Honda Genuine Coolant (Honda Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 240 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 85°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 120°C
Critical Temperature 130°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 500-800 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 8/10

Expected lifespan: 300 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Oil consumption issues Medium 100000-150000 km $500-1000

Known defects

  • Some early models had issues with valve adjustment

Warranty extensions

  • Honda offers extended warranty options for certain models

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 250 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 150 hp 170 Nm ECU remap only
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$400
Stage 2 180 hp 200 Nm -
Required: Cold air intake, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Low 		$1200
Stage 3 220 hp 250 Nm -
Required: Turbocharger kit, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Medium 		$3000

Popular modifications

  • ECU tune
  • Cold air intake
  • Exhaust system upgrade

Tuning limitations

  • Stock internals may limit power above 220hp
  • Cooling upgrades recommended for higher power levels

Детальні технічні характеристики

3
модифікацій
130–130
к.с.

Спільні характеристики

Back suspension Semi-dependent, spring
Boost type none
Capacity 1497 cm3
Car class B
Compression ratio 11.5
Country Japan
Cylinder bore 73.0 mm
Cylinder layout inline
Emission standards Euro 6
Engine code L15B
Engine model L15B1
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine type Gasoline
Front brakes ventilated disc
Front suspension Independent, spring
Fuel 95
Number of cylinders 4
Number of doors 5
Number of seater 5
Rear brakes Disc
Steering wheel position Left
Stroke cycle 89.5 mm
Timing belt DOHC
Valves per cylinder 4

Модифікації двигуна

1.5 MT (130 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Manual Jazz 3 [рест.] 2017–2020
130 hp
engine
Engine power 130 hp
Fuel tank capacity 40 l
Injection type distributed injection (multipoint)
Max power (kW) 96 kW
Max power at RPM 6600 RPM
Max trunk capacity 897 l
Maximum torque 155 N*m
Min trunk capacity 354 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4600 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 8.7 s
Max speed 190 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.2 l
CO2 emissions 133 g/km
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 5.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 5.9 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Clearance 127 mm
Curb weight 1104 kg
Height 1550 mm
Length 3995 mm
Wheelbase 2530 mm
Width 1694 mm
suspension
Wheel size 185/60/R15, 185/55/R16
other
Body type Hatchback
1.5 CVT (130 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Continuously variable transmission (CVT) HR-V 2 2013–2018
130 hp
engine
Engine power 130 hp
Fuel tank capacity 50 l
Injection type direct injection (direct)
Max power (kW) 96 kW
Max power at RPM 6600 RPM
Max trunk capacity 1533 l
Maximum torque 155 N*m
Min trunk capacity 470 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4600 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 11.2 s
Max speed 187 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 6.1 l
CO2 emissions 120 g/km
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 4.6 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 5.2 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
dimensions
Back track width 1539 mm
Clearance 185 mm
Curb weight 1249 kg
Front track width 1534 mm
Height 1605 mm
Length 4295 mm
Wheelbase 2610 mm
Width 1773 mm
suspension
Wheel size 225/45 R18, 215/60 R16, 215/55 R17 215/55/R17
other
Body type Crossover
Disc size 7x16 ET55, 7x17 ET55, 7x18 ET55
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA64.1 5x114.3 mm
Rating name EuroNCAP
Safety assessment 5 / 5
1.5 MT (130 hp)
Привід Front wheel drive КПП Manual HR-V 2 2013–2018
130 hp
engine
Engine power 130 hp
Fuel tank capacity 50 l
Injection type direct injection (direct)
Max power (kW) 96 kW
Max power at RPM 6600 RPM
Max trunk capacity 1533 l
Maximum torque 155 N*m
Min trunk capacity 470 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4600 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 10.2 s
Max speed 192 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.0 l
CO2 emissions 130 g/km
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 4.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 5.6 l
transmission
Drive wheels Front wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1539 mm
Clearance 185 mm
Curb weight 1241 kg
Front track width 1534 mm
Height 1605 mm
Length 4295 mm
Wheelbase 2610 mm
Width 1773 mm
suspension
Wheel size 225/45 R18, 215/60 R16, 215/55 R17 215/55/R17
other
Body type Crossover
Disc size 7x16 ET55, 7x17 ET55, 7x18 ET55
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA64.1 5x114.3 mm
Rating name EuroNCAP
Safety assessment 5 / 5

Cars with the L15B1 engine

This engine was fitted to 3 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
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 Honda City City VI 2014 - 2022
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 Honda City City VII (GN) 2019 - present
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 Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 2018 - 2022
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 Honda Jazz Jazz III (GK) 2014 - 2019
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 Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 2020 - present

All modifications (7)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Honda City City VI 1.5 i-MMD 109 л.с. e-CVT 2WD 109 hp e-CVT 2WD
Honda City City VII (GN) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 109 л.с. e-CVT 2WD 109 hp e-CVT 2WD
Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 108 л.с. e-CVT 2WD 108 hp e-CVT 2WD
Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 108 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 108 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz III (GK) 1.5 i-DCD 130 л.с. CVT 2WD Гібрид 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 109 л.с. e-CVT 2WD 109 hp e-CVT 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 109 л.с. e-CVT 4x4 109 hp e-CVT 4x4

Interesting Facts

  • The L15B1 engine features Honda's Earth Dreams Technology for improved fuel efficiency.
  • It is used in multiple Honda models across different markets.

Applications

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Honda Civic FC 2016-2021 130hp Global
Honda HR-V RU 2015-2021 130hp Global

Compatible transmissions: CVT, 6-speed Manual

Drive types: FWD, AWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 95
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 95
Consumption (City) 7.5 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 5.5 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 6.5 L/100km
Real Consumption 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L
Range 723 km
Cost per 100 km 8-12 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 6
CO₂ Emissions 130 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Awards and Recognition

  • Best Engine (2016) — 1.5L to 2.0L

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
1.5L Turbo Volkswagen 1,498 cc 150 hp 250 Nm

Pros

  • High reliability and longevity
  • Good fuel economy
  • Smooth operation

Cons

  • Limited tuning potential compared to turbocharged engines
  • Some models may experience oil consumption