I own a 12 year old Mazda 3 Skyactiv 2.0 engine, with the 6AT. It was the first year it was offered and it currently has 220k miles and been nothing but a joy. Still gets 40+ mpg on highway. Can’t kill it!
We're on our 5th Mazda (yeah, we're old lol). It's a 2014 CX5 with the 2.5 liter (non-turbo) with a 6AT as well. No CVT tranny here! Mazda is the "new" Toyota!
That’s good to hear being that I have a Mazda6 (2020) I’m always driving state to state (for the last 3 years NC to Delaware) and over 190k. Only problem I had thankfully was the battery. Love my Mazda6.
@@XPUNKFoCuS Mazda is really under rated. They make some great cars with rock solid reliability when you maintain them properly. They have been killing it for quite a while now
My first car was a 91 Buick LeSabre with the 3.8L V6. I got it new. I had it for 21 years, the transmission finally gave out but the Engine ran like new even with 587,000kms! That car never knew what a tow truck was, it never met one, it never failed me. I changed the water pump twice, the AC compressor once, a power door lock regulator, replaced the power antenna and a power window regulator. Other then that I just did regular maintenance... Thank you Buick & thank you Castrol GTX motor oil.
I have driven five Ford's past 275,000 and all are still running and oil change every 10,000 stander oil 5.4 older than 3 valve are tanks with no motor repairs have 4 lier v6 Ford's past 300,000 no oil leaks or water leaks still run like new PS have one new 4 liter with plastic valve covers leak oil Replaced them a180,000miles no leaks after
If you change your oil yourself, that's fine. If you take it to the shop, that's almost $10k in oil changes in expensive states. New cars need oil every 7.5 to 10k and after 5 years 5k to 7.5k and after 10 years 5k. Anything at less interval is a waste of money and time. Engines are built better, and synthetic oil is a thousand times better than just 10 years ago.
After a car accident I had in 2021 they rented me a brand new Toyota Camry. That engine for a little 4 cylinder, I'm not sure what size it was was extremely powerful. That little Camry was almost a race car. I can only imagine how much faster their v6s are. I now drive a 2010 Lexus LS 460. And that V8 is a beast..
I have been owned Honda Odyssey 2002 exl had 278k miles on it and Lexus 2002 es 300 with 296k miles on it they both run fine! Can’t go wrong with Japanese cars!!!
My Toyota 4runner from 2001 had over 250 thousand miles and it never burned any oil. It was absolutely amazing on gas mileage and very cheep to maintenance. Spark plugs, air filters and other essential itens. The dealer lost money on me service wise.
Toyota is all I drive. My 2007 Camry, has 289,000kms mated to a 5 Speed Manual Transmission. I replaced the clutch and starter last Summer and I replaced the spark plugs and PVC valve last Winter. I rarely do any repairs.
The last of the Camry with manual trans; I am still driving a 94 Camry coupe with a manual transmisison. 180K miles on the original clutch, second timing belt.
Still running 2 vehicles with 225 Slant Six from 1975, one with a 318 from 1977, and one 383 from 1971. The 225 each have over a Million miles on them.
@@jerryracicot2231 well since Chrysler became Stalantis and quit making the afore mentioned engines many years ago the Japanese makers have been superior. If Stanlantic had a brain they would bring back those 3 engines and let Toyota make the electronics. Any one of those 3 can last a lifetime.
@Curt-ge9gc I had a 77 Dodge Van ( Street Van Model ) with a 318 cu. in. Great Van till the top rusted out and couldn't find a topper for that old model. Tree finally took it out. I really liked that Van, shaggy carpet and all.
Yes I’ve seen videos on RU-vid that people who waited every 10,000 miles to change their oil on Toyotas ended up destroying the engine at around 150,000 miles when it could have lasted 300,000+
Take care of your vehicle. It will take care of you. 432,000+ miles on my 2004 1500 silverado Z71 5.3 purchased new. Only eng work, waterpump at 380,000. Still an everyday construction work truck. Best truck I've ever owned.
Bought Mazda 3 for my 6 foot 5 inch son. The interior room is incredible. Very few small cars will fit tall people. The only other option was the VW Golf...therefore only 1 option. Tall people who want a great small car = buy a Mazda 3
@@chrispontello9949 225 is a rock Chevy 327s we drove them 300thousand miles and swore only had 60,000 79 had 305 and personally put 300,000 when I sold it with 380,000miles on it guy took it for test ride burning tires everywhere came back bought it and claimed I was lying about the mileage you know I was just telling him to boost up price Can't fix trump supporter
Go dig up and pre 72 cars with factory motor they'll run now no bad heads exsist back then no bad blocks just bad rings mechanical fuel pumps and points and condenser This new crap is crap and a senser tell cor not to run
The Ford 5.0L (almost any generation) engine 302CU IN, is nearly bullet proof and many people mod the Mustang version to beyond 700 crank HP. Honorable mention ... 5.0L (car, truck, sport, etc...) gen 1, 2 or 3 ... Coyote is a runner. Most (or all) are naturally aspirated and have good power (or torque - for the truck version).
My 1998 toyota 4Runner just passed 502,000 August of 2024 Just normal maint. Engine V6, automatic trany. Never been opened. Same U Joints and rear pumpkin. Use only Mobil One every 10,000 mi. Or more.and Prolong additive. Transmission oil changed it only 3 times . Passed smog test 8 months ago. Best car I ever had.
As a 2019 Mazda3 awd hatch owner, glad the Skyactiv made the list. Torquey little 2.5 NA engine. People think 186hp/tq isn't enough, but at 3200lbs for the hatchback awd with the shorter final drive, peak torque at 4000rpm, it's a responsive unit. Sure it could've used more power, an even 200hp would've been perfect. Cat back to replace that dinky 1.75in mid pipe, light weight forged wheels, and 93 octane to help prevent timing being pulled on hot days should help performance.
@@donreinke5863 it's not about engine power its also about WEIGHT. I love Ford, I've had MANY Stangs, Cobra's, and GT500. The Corvette is LIGHT and FAST. Ford has always lacked with speed because of weight.
Mazda is quickly catching Toyota and Honda, and many think it is actually better because it doesn't have the CVT transmission. Mazda kept their vehicles simple and reliable and haven't changed everything like many other brands have,, with all the problems that come with doing that. Exactly what you want in a reliable car...Reliability!
That is the ONE and ONLY good thing about Mazda..their refusal to use troublesome CVTs. Cord experimented with CVTs in the 1930s, but couldnt get them to work, and they are barely any better today. I remember the disposable GLC models Mazda made back in the 80s and the 40 years they spent trying to make the inherently inefficient Wankel rotary into a viable powerplant, only to ultimately fail as did NSU/Auto Union before them. Their track record is ANYTHING but stellar. Nearly every other auto (and bike) maker, including Mercedes, GM, AMC and Suzuki played with, and ultimately passed on the rotary engine. Ive been repairing vehicles since before the guy who uploaded this video was born, but I find videos uploaded by those who dont know to be....amusing.
There is nothing simple and reliable about skyactive engines. They are about as complex as you can get with 4 cylinders and Mazda have done an extremely poor job of their design work sadly.
@@TIA-o4z The “brain trust” tell us that CVT is the only way to go. These are the same people who told us that evs were the coming thing , gas prices are going up etc…so we need to buy evs; those people? On lower power vehicles it will work fine, but they were not made for mad horsepower cars. A proper transmission is needed for the sport, muscle cars and light trucks. And unless it’s a diesel or has the same torque as the stove bolt 6, something without 8, 9 or 10 speeds in the transmission. I haven’t seen one that doesn’t hunt like Elmer Fudd on meth. A perfect answer to the question that was never asked.
@@donreinke5863 I think the only company that had any success with the early CVT was DAF which used a heavy duty metal belt and a couple of different sprockets to make it work
2.5 L 4 cylinder Toyota 2ar-fse/-fxe/-fe 3.5 L v6 Honda j35 (timing belt change every 100k) - I had this in an 08 accord. Felt front heavy and weak at lower rpms, but awesome above 4 k rpm Mazda 2.0 L 4 cylinder skyactive g Note - i have the turbo 2.5 L - early production - low oil 2 x in 63,000 miles with regular 5,000 mile oil changes Honda k20 Toyota 1GR-fe 4L V6 Bonus - 3.5L v6 dual fuel injected (port and direct ) VVTI lines with some problems ) 2gr -fe ------ Thank you for the video.
@@ECPPthere is one youtuber @carnuts sometimes he lies he said 2AR-FE engine has several problems however this rav4 engine is bulletproof and alot of experts you include emphasize that this engine is unproblematic i have already unsubscribed and unfollowed his channel i am witness of this engine is awesome
JAPANESE are the best when it comes to reliability. The German cars have lost the plot. Fancy tv screen dashboards with 30 different colour LED lights in the door trims but need repairs every 2 or 3 months soon as they hit 50,000 miles. I've owned BMWs and Mercedes and am moving to Lexus because of it.
@@johng7265 I agree with you completely!! I own an Audi cabriolet with the V-8. The car has brilliant engineering side by side with engineering straight from Rube Goldberg! The engine, chassis and body are all very good as is the HVAC system and dashboard gauges as well. Then you start to discover the Goldberg engineering. Starting with all of the amazing things you can do by using the door lock. You can lower the top and open the windows with the key in the door lock if you know the secret handshake. I discovered this feature quite by accident when I opened the door during a driving rainstorm and the top & windows went down and drenched the interior before I could get the key into the ignition and put it up! Likewise the decision to abandon the dipstick in the transmission along with the ability to add oil without a lift, and rely on a warning light. Which means that if the dash is not working, and you can’t see the warning, you will burn up the trans. Clever, no? But piece d’ resistance is the Ferrari -esque engineering that reguires removal of the engine to replace the timing chain! A $4-5 thousand dollar job which if not done and the chain breaks, you bought a new engine. It’s what’s called an interference engine which means if the chain breaks all the little valves and things run into the pistons which reduces the engine to scrap metal. Stupid! And don’t even get me started on greedy, indifferent dealers who are trying to sell you a new car by telling you how much the repairs cost etc.., even though there isn’t much wrong with your car. The independent garages are no better, as I was recently gouged $1,013 to replace two transmission lines. They found a local company to make the new ones for about $100-150
I grew up in Mercs from the 70-s - 90's. Amazing cars back then and built like tanks that could go for a million K's......current Mercs have little in common with those cars
Yes 💯 agree I have a 2001 Lexus LS 430 with little over 100k these are widely considered the best cars ever built ,car is silky smooth and reliable many options that were ahead of the times good luck with your Lexus !
@@Davido50 actually, funnily enough, I have been considering a couple of the new Toyota cars. I seriously can’t afford the Lexus V-8 convertible that I like, so I’m leaning toward a new Supra. Pre owned of course and with a comprehensive warranty extended to infinity, if there is such a thing. I can’t afford one new, but after the depreciation burns off, I just might swing it. I currently own an Audi S4 cabriolet with the V-8 and no turbos. I wish I could’ve found a warranty that would pay for some of the things I have run into. There isn’t one, I was patiently told by the salesperson, and, she said, if there was a warranty like that I couldn’t afford it away. Yikes! After a great deal of thought, I have decided to keep my current ride and do a major service and replace the top. The cost of those two things plus a couple of small things will yield a great car with all major issues addressed, performance equal to the new model, and almost no safety nannies and other overthought, complicated “features” that add little to the value and are often the first things to fail. Like you, I prefer the earlier models because they have less computer gimmicks and they will run longer than anything else I have seen on the market.
I own a 2021 Mazda 6 turbo kuro edition and its the best car I've owned Luxurious interior, smooth and sporty driving experience . Too bad they were discontinued. Im planning to keep mine for over 10 years
One of the Master Tech. at a major Mercedes dealership said : " too much engineering too much money but too many failures " !!!! It'll break your bank sooner or later !!!! Thanks for a good video 👍.
Toyota or Honda NON interference engines. For Toyota, thats about pre 1999-ish? Non interference with timing belt = no worry about sealing up the timing cover, EASY to service, no worry about oil pressure killing the timing, but who cares LOL the valves wont hit the pistons (generally). GM Vortec/LS engines from the trucks 4.8. 5.3 or 6.0 from about 1999 to 2006, BEFORE the AFM Active Fuel Management. Honda K-series engines = WIN. GM 3800, legendary, it nearly defines bulletproof. Stay gold.
I change the oil every 4,000 miles with full synthetic .Might seem like overkill to a lot of people. I don't care, I hate the thought of dirty oil in my vehicles.
I have a Mazda 2009 CX-9 with 263k miles. It still runs smoothly. Transmission is a bit irregular now but it drives well manually. I’m not getting rid of it yet.
900,000 mileage on a Toyota still normal in my country... still working... and I see Honda still running 700,000 mileage... yes, both has no leaking and original parts, excepts the Honda had gearbox problem cause of CVT.
Love that you provide mechanical knowledge about vehicles. That's the info I want. So many reviews are useless in terms of how long vehicle will last. I want to know cost of ownership, known issues etc. Thanks for great info!!
Great, honest review as we have come to expect from you. My wife's Lexus RX350 has that 3.5 literally V6 you mentioned. I am hoping for many years of good service from it.
The 2GR FE Is a great motor. The 2GR FKS fixed that oil issue. The coolant issue was also addressed but still leaks, but less often. This Makes the FKS the better motor.
I HAVE A 2012 FORD FUSION SE WITH A 2.5 LITER ENGINE. IT IS ALMOST IDENTICAL TO YOUR 2.5 LITER TOYOTA UNDER THE HOOD. I HAVE 2OO,000 MILES AND 30-33 MPG. BOUGHT NEW AND CHANGED OIL EVERY 5,000 MILES RELIGIOUSLY. NO TURBO, SUNROOF OR CODES. I STILL DRIVE. MAZDA AND FORD DESIGNED THE 2.5 LITER ENGINE. GIVE CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE, TO THIS 2.5 LITER FORD/MAZDA ENGINE. FINIS PAX
@@carljenkins5092 probably why they stopped making it. The only flaw I found was plastic bypass pipe in front, which I replaced and the water crossover on the intake manifold.
I have a 2003 Buick Century Custom with the 3.1 V-6 it is the best car that I have ever driven. I am very careful with the maintenance on this car. It looks and runs great. I am very thankful for the service from the selling dealer, #1 Cochran and B&M Automotive in Pittsburgh PA
I beat on my car's living in Chicago and no car could hold a candle to my IS I love my 2 GR- FE on my IS 350 342k just did spark plugs checked compression compression is still nearly perfect long term and short term fuel trim is working as if we're brand new tranny is one of the silkiest shifting out there etc and every single drive belt component is original never so much as a hiccup with that car for the 9 years I had it sorry had to give Toyota credit for that gem of an engine
Hyundai Sonata 2006 V6 with over 225.000 miles, use Mobile 1 and OEM Cartridge . What's cool is nearly everyday I see 2006-2008 Hyundai Sonatas still on the road. Mine has a sweet Lambda engine 3.3L
@@Myhovercraftisfullofeels Although Mazdas are a very good car and it is because of USA legislation all petrol vehicles have to have direct injection but we have a 2017 Suzuki Baleno and it has port injection hence no carbon fowling and Suzuki doesn't export to North America also it doesn't have stupid engine cover open the bonnet and there's the engine also has a metal thermostat housing one less thing to break
Love my J35Z3 Accord Coupe. Over 230k miles, smooth and no leaks. I did replace some gaskets, but they had way outlasted recommended use and it was a proactive bit of work -- I didn't replace them becuase they blew out or leaked...Previous owner only ran premium gas, and so do I...the valves and heads were super clean when it was opened up. The J series is rock solid, I've seen old J30 accords still zip[ping down the road.
Yes, I do that. However, the PVC valve will continually squirt oil vapor onto the very hot intake valves, causing it to caramelize Toyota. Realize this when they made the dual injection engines both port and direct.
Thx for the vidéo. I have an Audi RS3 (end 2017) that I love. To keep it several more years, I bought a New daily in June : Mazda CX5 2024. And I must Say I bought it based on all the reviews I Saw.
I said this before and I said it again, any Toyota with 2.5 2AR is absolutely less reliable as they age, but the 3.5 V6 is bulletproof than crappy four cylinder and underpowered engine and fuel pump failure
Its funny how 5 out of 5 are Japanese engines, it just shows that German auto industry died after 2000, and Japan is nowadays Nr.1 quality product builder in all industries, well dune by the Land of the Rising Sun!
thats bs.. b58 m58 Motor gets used even in Japanese Cars (Bmw Motor, Supra etc..) One of the most bulletproof motors to date.. The RU-vid video is for the american market.. its what americans want to hear.. In other countries its about facts, not just consumer reports.. (heavily biased, because you dont get the full picture.. consumer reporting their problems on cars, that get driven the most.. Most of the americans dont do regulatory check ups and maintenance.. many european cars in America fall thru the consumer report, or get negative biased ratings, because there is not enough sample size.. In all countries in europe you have mandatory check ups, that are really tuff.. They check everything, every year, or maximum every 3 years if the car is brand new... way harder safety standards, regulations and way less wiggle room for faults or corrosion. These Reports are the ones, that really count. And the top brands are mercedes, toyota, bmw.. etc. Ford, Fiat, American brands are failing the testing in numbers,.. really bad ratings. Like with the Drivin license.. In America you have to answer 3 questions and drive on a parking lot for 2 minutes straight.. In Europe you need 30 hours of driving with a driving school teacher.. and you have to learn thousands of questions and rules.. you have 2 Tests after it.. and you have perfection. driving hours, even after you got the license.. and you have to do a safety test with real Aquaplaning etc.. Americans dont give a fuck.. but complain if they mess it up.. or complain about that terrible drivers, whilst they do not know themselves which sign it is or which rules apply in that situation.
the thing that Japanese cars can outlast German cars in America shows that on todays basis they are better! And one engine does not cut it. Yes design is much better in Germany but built quality is bad and i am talking from my own experience with more than 40 cars owned:)
I'm glad you mentioned the timing belt Honda uses in the v6 to keep cam and crankshaft in synch. In an interference engine, this is engineering malpractice: valves meet pistons if/when the rubber band breaks. Mine failed around 30k after replacement due to hydraulic tensioner failure at roughly 120k total on the odometer. $6k damage and no help from Honda. That ridgeline was my third and last Honda.
Would support your recommendation on the Honda 3.5L V6. Bought a 2023 Ridgeline. The engine is SOOO smooth, feels like a BMW without the turbo. Along with the 9 speed auto, this truck is so much better than any domestic competitor.
Volvo's D5 engine is amazing. Could easily be on this list. 2.4 diesel, inline five cylinder - originally built as an inboard marine engine. Powers my 2009 V70 mk3 - never missed a beat.
My 02 Ford Explorer has 230k miles on the 4.6l engine. Don't burn oil, original trans and differential. I just change fluids religiously and Don't neglect any normal repairs. I fully expect to hit 400k.
Two months ago, my 2005 Toyota Camry (I bought it new) finally gave out. It lasted 177,000 miles. It had a 4-cylinder engine. I loved it! A few days ago, I purchased a 2010 Honda Accord, 4-cylinder sedan, privately. Bought it for $8,500 with 35,300 miles on it. What a great car! BTW - I'm 6 feet 4 inches tall. 😀👍
We purchased a new 2004 Honda Odyssey, $32,000. Transmission had drain/fills fluid changes but blew a RTV (caulk) seal at about 90,000 miles. Shifted perfectly but major fluid leak. We were forced to pay for transmission replacement. Then two weeks later engine oil leak in bell housing area. The oil was leaking thru the engine block casting !!! So back to Honda for a new engine. We were told a "new engine" but local Honda dealer put a rebuilt short block as evidenced by the bill which included head gaskets. We were willfully deceived which created major stress/expense and further downtime without a vehicle. Honda NEVER AGAIN.
2001 to 2004 honda Odyssey are junk! You bought the wrong model year. The 2006 and up are the best! Or the 1990s models .you literally bought the worst year model 😂😂😂.
And do not listen to car dealers saying you can do extended oil change intervals-change that oil every 5000 miles and your engine won’t sludge up and will last.
@glennso47 motor oil degrades over time regardless of how many miles is done. My friend only does 5000 mile per year but still changes his oil once a year. Oil is cheap-engines are expensive to replace.
I also had the Honda civic 2009, just turn the key and drive, 36 mpg, never thought about burning gas, simple car, easy cheap maintenance, hard to beat that car for reliability
I absolutely love my Mazda CX-5 Turbo..so much so that I plan to stick to Mazdas for decades to come! I feel it checks all the boxes for looks, performance, safety and overall reliability (with fuel economy the only downside).
turbo is a down fall for sure. higher miles WILL need turbo rebuild and possible intercooler. it's not cheap. and boost equals more cylinder and motor wear. I work on cars so I'm not full of shit lol. But yes, mazda (Ford) makes some great motors.
That's bull I seen every car behind a tow truck. I drive an Impala and it is very reliable. There is some guy with the same car as mine same motor. He has 400 thousand miles on it. He only had to change two sencers not including brakes and oil changes. Mines a 2011 and I never had to do anything to it. GM makes alot of reliable cars too. 😮
I Know People who put near a million miles ( not Km’s ) on a North American car ! This guy is pushing off shore , I have a Jeep Trailhawk, had it 5 years, it’s been excellent !!!
I've always figured that Toyotas were at the front of the pack. 4Runner is my favorite. I am hoping to get one as my next vehicle if I can afford it. I agree with you about the new engines. I will buy a used one and stay away from the new turbos.
*My 2011 Lexus is250 F with 135,000 miles - the engine and transmission run like new. Only replaced brakes, tires, and oil. I do 5,000 synthetic oil changes with factory filters.*
People who buy this types of cars, sometimes I wonder where they work, because I've been a doctor for more than 8 years and I have still not gotten my dream car. Hahahaha😄😄😄😄😄
Of course this type of cars are not meant for salary earners because salary job is just like modern slavery. You work for 8 years and you couldn't buy a car
Check the most richest men in the world, they're all entrepreneurs, no salary earner can be successful. Any salary earner who claims to buy this car must have loot the company's money in one way or the other. 🤪
Yes I totally agree with you guys, I just hit Five hundred and thirty thousand dollars in my portfolio today from my tesla stock investment. I couldn't have achieved this if I had depended on my salary
< This is my 1973 F100 short bed 4X4 I've owned for 40 yrs. It has the same 4 spd they put in the 1 ton, same u-joints as in the 3/4 ton, same front axle as the 3/4 ton and same 390 FE engine they put in lots of cars and trucks since 1958. The FE block is VERY reliable, almost bullet proof. Mine is highly modified and took me to work for my entire career. Could never see why I would want another truck, I built it to do what I wanted it to do, climb mountains and take my boat to under developed lakes, play in the mud, snow and sand. I hate small cars, unless it's like my Dad's 72 Pantera or the Shelby. I love my truck because I can take it almost anywhere, it's very useful, unlike cars.
New transmissions cost more than the engines now? Care less about engines - they are made by robots and everyone copies one another. Employees -engineers -work for companies then leave for another for more money. That's why they're called assembly factories as no one manufacturers everything on their own anymore. Why waste your money on a plastic badge? Toyoda is greatest thing - everyone says then why does BMW make their Supra?
Only the motor chum, and possibly the transmission. Everything else is Toyota. I think it’s brilliant! BMW has long had the best in-line sixes on the market. Toyota has saved millions on development and customers get one of the finest engines extant. It is a win-win situation for both companies and the consumer gets a great car. So no sour grapes
I really love the 4RUNNER, they are "large and in charge "(sorry, but I love that term that you got me hooked on) I have a black Ford Focus and I really don't like black vehicles, they are hard to keep clean, harder to see from other vehicles and they get hotter in the summer
@wally6193 Well, my 2015 cx5 is now 150k miles odo and nothing to complain about ..when flooring it it really goes strongly..that 2.5 na engine is more than enough..i change oil myself every 3k miles with not a single drop burned oil..just regular maintenance and nothing else...
@@BigBoss-tk6lh I'm just the messenger, I watched a video the other with a mechanic talking about Mazda's carboning up. If yours is still going strong great.
Driving 2021 Mazda3 sedan skyactiv-x 180 hp manual, driven 69 000 kms. Great car. In september 24 I'll have a new Mazda3 hatchback 186 hp automatic. Live in Finland which means car has to be 5/5 in winter conditions and Mazda really is.
I feel the 1ZZ-FE in the 7th gen toyota celica is underrated. I bought a 2005 with high mileage, it wasnt well maintained but i have since and it never skips a beat or hesitates. Apparently there are some around with 500,000 miles. There were some of them with oil burning issues but that was put right. Thanks for the videos, its funny when you talk about jeeps and range rovers 😊
I wish for 2025 Toyota had left an option for a non-hybrid with this very solid tried and true four-cylinder engine. I rented the Camry LE the current 2018 to 2024 Edition many many times and consistently had over 40 miles per gallon on the highway.
I would personally throw the Volkswagen 2.0 engine in there. Those things are pretty bulletproof. They are widely used in different Volkswagen variations....GTI, some Jettas....as well as models from Porsche and Audi. They have the ability to be tuned way up or down, and are very reliable if you have them serviced regularly.
Have a 2015 Ford fusion se 2.5 engine 179,000 Miles only things i replace on the car is transmission, front lower control arms coolant hoses and altenor. now its tough as nails
My 2017 Mazda 3 2.5 engine is great at 180,000 kms but it did have an issue with carbon build up. Cost me $2000 to get fixed as the fulel injectors needed replacing at $325 a piece.
