L15B7 Acura L15B7

Модульний 4-циліндровий двигун з TwinPower Turbo, відомий своєю ефективністю та надійністю.

Brand: Acura Type: Petrol Configuration: Inline-4 Production Years: 2016 - теперішній час Production: Anna, Ohio, USA
28 Brand engines
61 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 1.5 L (1,498 cc)
Configuration Inline-4
Number of Cylinders 4
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 130 - 150 л.с.
Torque 200 - 220 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 Turbocharged
Turbocharger Single-scroll turbocharger
Intercooler Yes
Maximum RPM 6,000 rpm
Max Torque RPM 1,700 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Chain
Timing Chain Replacement 250000 or as needed
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Lubrication System Pressure lubrication
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family Honda L engine series
Manufacturing Plant Anna, Ohio, USA

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 3.7 L (with filter: 3.9 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 17220-5AA-A00
Replace every 30 000 km
Cabin Filter 80292-TZ3-A41
Spark Plugs Type: Iridium
Part number: 12290-R71-L01
Gap: 0.7 mm
Quantity: 4 pcs
Replace every 100 000 km
Coolant Capacity 5.7 L
Coolant Type Type 2 (Honda Long Life Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 160 000 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: 8.5/10

Expected lifespan: 300 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Oil dilution in cold climates Medium 50000-100000 km $300-500

Known defects

  • Potential for oil dilution in cold weather

Warranty extensions

  • Extended warranty for oil dilution issues in specific regions

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 300 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 220 hp 280 Nm ECU remap only
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$600
Stage 2 250 hp 320 Nm ECU, Downpipe, Intake
Required: Upgraded intercooler, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Low 		$2000
Stage 3 280 hp 350 Nm -
Required: Bigger turbo, Upgraded fuel system, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Medium 		$5000

Popular modifications

  • Cold air intake
  • Intercooler upgrade
  • ECU tuning

Tuning limitations

  • Fuel system limitations above 280hp
  • Stock turbo limits at ~250hp

Cars with the L15B7 engine

This engine was fitted to 21 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
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 Acura CDX CDX 2016 - 2022
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 Acura Integra Integra Type-S 2023 - present
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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 Civic Civic X (FC) 2016 - 2022
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 Honda Civic Civic XI 2022 - present
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 Honda CR-V CR-V V (RW) 2017 - 2023
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 Honda Fit Fit III (GK5) 2013 - 2022
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 Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 2014 - 2022
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 Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 2018 - 2022
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 Honda Jade Jade 2013 - 2020
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 Honda Jazz Jazz III (GK) 2014 - 2019
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 Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 2020 - present
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 Honda Stepwgn Stepwgn VI (RP6-8) 2022 - present
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 Honda Vezel Vezel II 2021 - present
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 Honda Vezel Vezel 2013 - 2022
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 Honda ZR-V ZR-V 2022 - present
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 Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) M-NV M-NV 2020 - 2023
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 Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) X-NV X-NV (C01) 2019 - 2021
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 Honda Clarity Clarity (ZE1) 2016 - 2021
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 Honda Elevate Elevate (C1) 2023 - present
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 Honda Freed Freed (GB5/GB6) 2016 - present
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 Honda Grace Grace (GM6) 2014 - 2020
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 Honda WR-V WR-V (GK) 2017 - present
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 Honda XR-V XR-V (HR-V) 2014 - present

All modifications (61)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Acura CDX CDX 1.5L i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Acura CDX CDX 1.5L i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Acura Integra Integra Type-S 1.5L I4 Hybrid 150 л.с. CVT 2WD 150 hp CVT 2WD
Acura Integra Integra Type-S 1.5L I4 Hybrid 150 л.с. CVT 4x4 150 hp CVT 4x4
Honda City City VI 1.5 i-VTEC 120 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 120 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda City City VI 1.5 i-VTEC 120 л.с. CVT 2WD 120 hp CVT 2WD
Honda City City VII (GN) 1.5 i-VTEC 121 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 121 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda City City VII (GN) 1.5 i-VTEC 121 л.с. CVT 2WD 121 hp CVT 2WD
Honda City City VII (GN) 1.5 i-DTEC 100 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 100 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda City City VII (GN) 1.5 i-DTEC 100 л.с. CVT 2WD 100 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Civic Civic X (FC) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Civic Civic X (FC) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Civic Civic XI 1.5 VTEC Turbo 180 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 180 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Civic Civic XI 1.5 VTEC Turbo 180 л.с. CVT 2WD 180 hp CVT 2WD
Honda CR-V CR-V V (RW) 1.5 VTEC Turbo 173 л.с. CVT 2WD 173 hp CVT 2WD
Honda CR-V CR-V V (RW) 1.5 VTEC Turbo 173 л.с. CVT 4x4 173 hp CVT 4x4
Honda Fit Fit III (GK5) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Fit Fit III (GK5) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Fit Fit III (GK5) 1.5 i-DCD Hybrid 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Fit Fit III (GK5) 1.5 i-DCD Hybrid 130 л.с. CVT 4x4 130 hp CVT 4x4
Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 1.5 i-DTEC 120 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 120 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 1.5 i-DTEC 120 л.с. CVT 2WD 120 hp CVT 2WD
Honda HR-V HR-V II (GJ) 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid 152 л.с. e-CVT 2WD 152 hp e-CVT 2WD
Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 1.0 i-VTEC 98 л.с. CVT 2WD 98 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Insight Insight III (ZE4) 1.0 i-VTEC 98 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 98 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Jade Jade 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Jade Jade 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz III (GK) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz III (GK) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Jazz Jazz IV (GR) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Stepwgn Stepwgn VI (RP6-8) 1.5 i-VTEC 150 л.с. CVT 2WD 150 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Stepwgn Stepwgn VI (RP6-8) 1.5 i-VTEC 150 л.с. CVT 4x4 150 hp CVT 4x4
Honda Vezel Vezel II 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Vezel Vezel II 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 4x4 130 hp CVT 4x4
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 4x4 130 hp CVT 4x4
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-DCD 150 л.с. CVT 2WD 150 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-DCD 150 л.с. CVT 4x4 150 hp CVT 4x4
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Vezel Vezel 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 4x4 130 hp 6-МКП 4x4
Honda ZR-V ZR-V 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda ZR-V ZR-V 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) M-NV M-NV 1.5L 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) M-NV M-NV 1.5L 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) M-NV M-NV 1.5L 130 л.с. CVT 4x4 130 hp CVT 4x4
Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) X-NV X-NV (C01) Ciimo X-NV 150 к.с. 6-МКП 2WD 150 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Ciimo (Dongfeng-Honda) X-NV X-NV (C01) Ciimo X-NV 150 к.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 150 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Honda Clarity Clarity (ZE1) Clarity Plug-in Hybrid 1.5 i-VTEC 151 л.с. CVT 2WD 151 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Elevate Elevate (C1) 1.5 i-VTEC 121 л.с. CVT 2WD 121 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Elevate Elevate (C1) 1.5 i-VTEC 121 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 121 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Freed Freed (GB5/GB6) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Freed Freed (GB5/GB6) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda Grace Grace (GM6) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda Grace Grace (GM6) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda WR-V WR-V (GK) 1.5 i-VTEC 120 л.с. CVT 2WD 120 hp CVT 2WD
Honda XR-V XR-V (HR-V) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. CVT 2WD 130 hp CVT 2WD
Honda XR-V XR-V (HR-V) 1.5 i-VTEC 130 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 130 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Honda XR-V XR-V (HR-V) 1.5 i-DTEC 120 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 120 hp 6-МКП 2WD

Interesting Facts

  • The L15B7 engine is part of Honda's Earth Dreams Technology series.
  • It features a turbocharger for improved efficiency and performance.

Applications

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Acura RDX 3rd Gen 2019-present 190hp North America

Compatible transmissions: 10-speed Automatic

Drive types: FWD, AWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 95
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 95
Consumption (City) 8.4 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 7.4 L/100km
Real Consumption 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L
Range 675 km
Cost per 100 km 10-12 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 6
CO₂ Emissions 170 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Awards and Recognition

  • Wards 10 Best Engines (2019) — Best Engines

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
B48B20 BMW 1,998 cc 228 hp 350 Nm
M274 Mercedes-Benz 1,991 cc 241 hp 370 Nm

Pros

  • Good balance of power and efficiency
  • Advanced turbocharging technology

Cons

  • Potential oil dilution issues
  • Limited tuning potential compared to larger engines