Since its debut at the 2014 auto show, the Mazda S5-DPTS or Skyactiv-D 1.5-liter diesel engine has been found in the CX-3 crossover and the most compact Demio or Mazda 2 model. This diesel engine has been modified to use the i-ELOOP recovery system under the S5-DPTR index.
The S8-DPTS and S8-VPTS internal combustion engines are also part of the Skyactiv-D family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Mazda 2 DJ since 2014;
- Mazda 3 BM in 2014 – 2018;
- Mazda CX-3 DK in 2015 – 2018.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2014 |
| Displacement, cc | 1498 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 220 – 270 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 82.6 |
| Compression ratio | 14.8 |
| Features | DOHC, intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.1 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mazda 2 2015) — city — highway — combined |
4.2 3.0 3.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~240 000 |
Disadvantages of the S5-DPTS engine
A recall campaign was launched in response to oil entering the intake at high speeds;
The majority of issues discussed on specialized forums are related to the particulate filter’s unpredictability;
This engine’s oil level may increase significantly while the particulate filter is burning;
The oil will thin out if you burn too frequently, endangering the engine;
Owners also express dissatisfaction over fuel consumption that fluctuates greatly.