Honda J25A engine
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Engines for Honda cars are distinguished by assertiveness and agility. All motors are similar to each other, but in each modification there are fundamental differences. The J25A ICE began production in 1995. V-shaped unit with sohc gas distribution mechanism, which means one overhead camshaft. Engine capacity 2,5 liters. The index of the letter j attributes the motor to a specific series. The numbers encode the engine size. The letter A informs about belonging to the first series of a line of such units.
The first generation Honda J25A put in 200 horsepower. In general, motors with index j were distinguished by high power. Basically, motorists of America fell in love with such cars. It is no coincidence that the first serial production of these internal combustion engines began there. Although the power is really impressive, the J25A was not installed on jeeps or crossovers. The first car with a 200 horsepower engine was the Honda Inspire sedan.
Naturally, such a powerful power unit could not be installed on budget cars. The first generation of cars was equipped only with an automatic transmission and an extensive grid of electronic equipment. Such cars were considered a premium class for that time. I must say that despite such power, the engine is quite economical. Only 9,8 liters per hundred kilometers of the combined cycle.
Specifications Honda J25A
| Engine power | 200 horsepower |
| ICE classification | Water cooling V-type 6-cylinder horizontal range |
| Fuel | Gasoline AI -98 |
| Fuel consumption in urban mode | 9,8 liters per 100 km. |
| Fuel consumption in highway mode | 5,6 liters per 100 km. |
| Number of valves | 24 valves |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
The engine number in J25A is located on the right side of the engine. If you stand facing the hood. It doesn't matter what car the engine is on. Both the Inspire and Saber have the number stamped in the same place. Just below the axle, on the right, on the cylinder block.
The approximate resource of the motor is the same as that of other Japanese models. Manufacturers are quite scrupulous about the selection of parts for engines. The material from which the cylinder block is cast, even rubber pipes are only from high-quality raw materials. This national trait, thrift and meticulousness, provides an increased tensile strength of the units. Even in 200 horsepower motors, with an ever-increasing load, a long service life can be expected. The manufacturer lays down 200 km of run. In fact, this figure is significantly underestimated. With proper care and timely replacement of consumables, the engine will work 000 km and even more.
Reliability and parts replacement
It is not in vain that Japanese brand engines have earned a reputation as “not killed”. Any model can boast of its reliability and unpretentiousness. If you make a list, then Honda will come first. This brand surpassed even the eminent premium class Lexus and Toyota in terms of the quality of engines. Among European and American manufacturers, Honda also ranks first.
As for the Honda J25A, it's a solid powertrain with an aluminum alloy cylinder block. This aspect allows you to gain not only the strength of the structure, but also its lightness.
Among all the obvious advantages of these motors, they also have a fly in the ointment. During the operation of the car, you will have to change the spark plugs from time to time. This ritual is carried out a little more often than in other cars. The reason for this is the sharp angles of the gas pedal from idle to increased. While pressing the gas pedal, a 200 horsepower unit produces a sharp power surge, which leads to wear of the candle head. Replacing candles is not the most expensive event. In addition, this type of work can be carried out independently. It is not necessary to drive the car to the service.
Vehicles with Honda J25A engine
The first and only cars with J25A engines were the Honda Inspire and Honda Saber. Appearing almost simultaneously, they were immediately oriented to the west. It was in America that they always appreciated powerful and resourceful sedans, with the comfort of an executive class. The first serial production began in the USA, at a subsidiary of Honda. In Japan, these car brands are considered imported.
Engine oil and consumables
The Honda J25A engine holds an oil volume of 4 liters, plus 0,4 liters with a filter. Viscosity 5w30, classification according to European standards SJ / GF-2. In winter, synthetics must be poured into the engine. In the summer, you can get by with semi-synthetics. The main thing to remember is that when changing a motorboat in the off-season, the engine must be flushed.
For Honda, it is better to use Japanese oil. It is not necessary to pour only Honda, you can use Mitsubishi, Lexus, and Toyota. All these brands are approximately the same in their characteristics. If it is not possible to buy the original liquid, any oil that falls under the description will do. It is advisable to choose a manufacturer with a worldwide reputation. For example:
- BP
- SHELL
- Motul
- Castrol
- Isuzu
According to surveys of owners of cars with a J25A engine, who regularly publish automobile magazines, it is very difficult to identify a disgruntled driver. 90% consider themselves lucky with the car. The combination of the reliability of a passenger car and the power of a crossover made cars with such a motor very popular. In addition, if it is necessary to replace the power unit, this operation is quite easy to do. To date, the market is full of contract motors from different countries.
