Honda C27a Engine

The 2.7-liter V6 gasoline engine Honda C27A was produced by the company from 1987 to 1997 and installed in the first generation of the popular Legend model, fifth generation of Accord, and Rover 827. There were several versions of this engine: with variable intake geometry system and without it. The C-series engine line also includes: C30A, C32A, C32B, and C35A.

Technical data of Honda C27A 2.7 liter engine.

Modified C27A1 (without VVIS)
Exact capacity2675 cm³
Power systeminjector
Engine power165 - 170 HP
Torque220 - 225 nm
Engine blockaluminum V6
Block headaluminum 24v
Cylinder diameter87 mm
Piston stroke.75 mm
Compression ratio9.0
Engine featuresSOHC
Hydraulic compensator. there is no
Timing drivestrip
Timing phase adjusterthere is no
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use4.5 liters 5W-30
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 1/2
Approximate life expectancy320 000 HP
Modified C27A2 (with VVIS)
Exact capacity2675 cm³
Power systeminjector
Engine power175 - 180 HP
Torque225 - 230 nm
Engine blockaluminum V6
Block headaluminum 24v
Cylinder diameter87 mm
Piston stroke.75 mm
Compression ratio9.45
Engine featuresSOHC
Hydraulic compensator. there is no
Timing drivebelt
Timing phase adjusterthere is no
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use4.5 liters 5W-30
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 1/2
Approximate life expectancy300 000 HP
Modified C27A4 (Accord 5)
Exact capacity2675 cm³
Power systeminjector
Engine power172 HP
Torque225 nm
Engine blockaluminum V6
Block headaluminum 24v
Cylinder diameter87 mm
Piston stroke.75 mm
Compression ratio9.0
Engine featuresSOHC
Hydraulic compensator. there is no
Timing drivestrip
Timing phase adjusterthere is no
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use4.5 liters 5W-30
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 2/3
Approximate life expectancy310 000 HP

Fuel consumption Honda C27a Engine

Using the example of the 1989 Honda Legend with an automatic transmission:
City15.0 litry
Route8.7 litry
Mixed11.2 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The engine number C27A is located at the junction of the block and the cylinder head. Engines of this family are quite reliable, but they consume a lot of fuel. Moreover, there are certain problems with the availability of service and spare parts. Most owners complain about frequent oil leaks from under the valve covers. The remaining engine failures are most often related to the archaic ignition system. After 200 - 250 thousand kilometers of mileage, the piston rings usually become stuck and excessive oil consumption begins.

Engine Honda C27a

Honda
Accord 5 (CD)1995 - 1997
Legend 1 (KA)1987 - 1990
Rover
800 I (XS)1987 - 1995

Engines from the same line as Honda C27a Engine

See Also

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