Honda G20a engine

The 2.0-liter Honda G20A gasoline engine was produced in Japan from 1989 to 1998 and was installed in many large models of the company, such as Asko, Rafaga, Saber, Inspire, and Vigor. According to popular legend, this powertrain was created based on a Formula 1 car engine. The G series also includes the G25A engine.

Technical data of Honda G20A 2.0 liter engine.

Exact capacity1996 cm³
Power systeminjector
Engine power155 - 160 HP
Torque185 nm
Engine blockaluminum R5
Block headaluminum 20v
Cylinder diameter82 mm
Piston stroke.75.6 mm
Compression ratio9.7
Engine featuresSOHC
Hydraulic compensator. there is no
Timing drivestrip
Timing phase adjusterthere is no
Turbochargingthere is no
What oils to use4.3 liters 5W-30
Fuel type92
Environmental classEURO 1/2
Approximate life expectancy350 000 HP

Fuel consumption Honda G20a engine

Using the example of the 1995 Honda Ascot with a manual transmission:
City11.5 litry
Route6.9 litry
Mixed8.8 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The weight of the G20A engine according to the catalog is 165 kg. The engine number G20A is located at the junction of the block and the gearbox. This engine is considered reliable, but there are problems with service and spare parts. Owners complain on forums about frequent oil leaks from gaskets and seals. The timing belt is designed for approximately 100,000 km, and in case of valve failure, it always bends. Idle speed often fluctuates, there are many reasons, start with the throttle and ECU. Simple valve adjustment often helps with unstable engine operation.

Engine Honda G20a

Acura
TL 1 (UA)1995 - 1998
Honda
Ascot 2 (CE)1993 - 1997
Rafaga 1 (CE)1993 - 1997
Inspire 1 (CC)1989 - 1995
Inspire 2 (UA)1995 - 1998
Saber 1 (UA)1995 - 1998
Vigor 3 (CB)1989 - 1995

Engines from the same line as Honda G20a engine

See Also

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Honda F18b engine

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Honda F20A engine

The 2.0-liter gasoline engine Honda F20A was produced by the company from 1989 to 2002 and installed in a number of popular models of the Japanese company, mainly in the Accord and Prelude. There were three versions with a carburetor and five versions with an injection system of the F20A engine. The F-series line also includes engines: F18B, F20B, F20C, F22B, and F23A.

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