Since 2012, the Japanese company’s factories have been producing the 2.0-liter Mazda PE-VPS or SkyActiv-G 2.0 engine, which is found in the majority of its most popular models with indexes 3, 6, CX-3, CX-30, and CX-5. A 184-hp version of this unit made its debut on the 2018 MX-5 roadster.
The 2.0-liter Ford engine (index MZR LF) was supposed to be replaced by this engine. The SkyActiv 2.0 engine shares many of the same cutting-edge technologies as the SkyActiv 1.5 engine. Due to the ideal length and configuration of 4-2-1, an outlet manifold with dual S-VT variable valve timing on two camshafts produces the effect of dynamic purging of outlet gases in the combustion chambers.
P5-VPS and PY-VPS engines are also part of the Skyactiv-G family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Mazda 3 BM in 2013 – 2018;
- Mazda 3 BP since 2018;
- Mazda 6 GJ in 2012 – 2016;
- Mazda 6 GL since 2016;
- Mazda CX-3 DK since 2016;
- Mazda CX-30 DM since 2019;
- Mazda CX-5 KE in 2012 – 2017;
- Mazda CX-5 KF since 2017.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2012 |
| Displacement, cc | 1997 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 150 – 165 |
| Torque output, Nm | 200 – 210 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 91.2 |
| Compression ratio | 13 – 14 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual S-VT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mazda 6 2014) — city — highway — combined |
8.3 4.9 6.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Disadvantages of the PE-VPS engine
There was a cold start issue in the initial years, but everything was resolved by the new firmware;
This device quickly clogs the fuel system because it dislikes bad gasoline.
Additionally, ignition coils frequently fail due to low-quality fuel;
The ribbed belt frequently burst because of the wear on the plastic tension roller;
Here, as well as in the initial kilometers of the run, oil consumption is also frequently observed.