Short answer / Key takeaway: This guide is for UK Mazda owners, workshop mechanics and engine buyers identifying a P5-VPS reference, diagnosing problems or comparing replacement options. Mazda's official Mazda2 manual documents a 1,496 cc SKYACTIV-G 1.5 petrol specification, but exact P5-VPS application and interchangeability still require vehicle-specific verification. Confirm the registration and physical engine identification, then compare tested used, reconditioned or supply-and-fit quotes by evidence, components, warranty and fitting scope.
MAZDA ENGINE CODE • P5-VPS
Mazda P5-VPS Engine (1.5 SkyActiv-G) — Identification, Problems and Replacement
The P5-VPS engine is the 1.5-litre SkyActiv-G petrol four — naturally aspirated, direct injection — associated in source records with the Mazda 2, Mazda 3 and MX-5. It's one of the highest-volume petrol engines Mazda built, which means a busy used market with all sorts of listings. This page separates what the code confirms from the listing waffle, and shows how to buy used, reconditioned or supply-and-fit without buying someone else's problem.
✓ Used & reconditioned routes
✓ Supply only or fitted
✓ Vehicle-specific checks before commitment
ENGINE SIZE
1.5L
FUEL TYPE
Petrol
ENGINE CODE
P5-VPS replacement engine options
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UK's Most Requested Engines — Based on 5,760+ Real Quotes (Last 90 Days)
These are the engines UK drivers ask us about most, ranked by real enquiry traffic through our network — useful context when you're weighing how much homework your engine deserves.
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Mazda 6 2.2 SkyActiv-D Engine SH-VPTR / SHY family
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Typical fitment: Mazda 6
Engine option: SH-VPTR / SHY family
Top UK demand — the diesel most often researched for replacement
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Mazda CX-5 2.2 SkyActiv-D Engine SHY1 / SHY4 / SHY6
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Typical fitment: CX-5
Engine option: SHY1 / SHY4 / SHY6
High demand; output and code vary by year
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Mazda 3 2.0 SkyActiv-G Engine PE-VPS
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Typical fitment: Mazda 3
Engine option: PE-VPS
Volume petrol with several applications
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Mazda CX-3 1.5 SkyActiv-D Engine S5-DPTR
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Typical fitment: CX-3
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Steady CX-3 DK diesel demand
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Mazda 2 1.5 SkyActiv-G Engine P5-VPS
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Typical fitment: Mazda 2
Engine option: P5-VPS
Small-car petrol volume
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Mazda MX-5 1.5 / 2.0 SkyActiv-G Engine
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Typical fitment: MX-5
Enthusiast-driven demand
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Mazda CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D Engine T3Y4
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Typical fitment: CX-60
Engine option: T3Y4
Newest diesel; near-new donor market
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Mazda CX-30 2.0 SkyActiv-G Engine PE-VPS / PEX family
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Typical fitment: CX-30
Engine option: PE-VPS / PEX family
Growing volume
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Mazda BT-50 3.2 Duratorq diesel Engine P5-AT
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Commercial workhorse demand
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Mazda 2.5 SkyActiv-G Petrol Engine
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Typical fitment: CX-5, Mazda 6, CX-30, Mazda 3
Higher-capacity petrol
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Reviewed Mazda engine guidance
Reviewed by the MazdaReplacementEngines.co.uk technical content team. Last updated: 21 September 2026.
MazdaReplacementEngines.co.uk is an independent UK replacement-engine comparison service and is not affiliated with Mazda Motor Corporation.
P5-VPS is presented on this page as a 1.5-litre SkyActiv-G naturally aspirated petrol engine, but a replacement should never be chosen from the code or model name alone. UK owners and workshops should start with the registration, physically verify the engine identification and match the proposed unit to the individual vehicle before comparing tested used, reconditioned or supply-and-fit quotes.
Engine definition
What is the Mazda P5-VPS engine?
Conversational definition heading.
Answer
P5-VPS is used here as the identifier for a 1.5-litre Mazda SkyActiv-G petrol engine with an inline-four, naturally aspirated, direct-injection configuration. Exact output, ancillaries and application details can vary, so verify the individual vehicle and proposed replacement rather than relying on one generic specification.
Specifications and evidence
What are the P5-VPS engine specifications?
Treat the 1.5-litre SkyActiv-G petrol configuration as the core identification context, while power, torque, emissions equipment and ancillaries remain variant-dependent until matched to the vehicle. Do not publish one output figure as universal for every P5-VPS application.
Compatibility and fitment checks
Which Mazda models use P5-VPS?
The current page associates P5-VPS with Mazda 2, Mazda 3 and MX-5 source records, but that is not a universal interchange statement. Confirm the physical code, UK registration, derivative, transmission/drivetrain and relevant application evidence before purchase.
Problems and diagnostic checks
What problems should be diagnosed before replacing a P5-VPS?
Misfires, rough running, warning lights and loss of performance do not automatically mean the complete engine has failed. Diagnose ignition, fuelling, intake deposits, compression, lubrication, cooling and relevant sensors before authorising a replacement.
The live page mentions intake-valve carbon build-up and ignition-coil faults. Present these as diagnostic possibilities rather than guaranteed P5-VPS failures, and only make prevalence claims if a reliable source or verifiable first-party dataset supports them.
Compare replacement routes
| Route | What to compare |
|---|---|
| Tested used | Exact identity, disclosed mileage, donor/provenance records, testing/condition evidence, included components, supplier warranty |
| Reconditioned | Documented work, replaced parts, inspections/measurements, test results, included components, supplier warranty |
| Supply & fit | Verified engine, removal/installation scope, fluids/filters, ancillary transfer, relevant coding/adaptation, commissioning, road test, timing and warranty |
Used, reconditioned or supply-and-fit — which P5-VPS route is right?
Choose the route only after the engine identity and diagnosis are clear. Compare condition evidence, included components, warranty, total cost and downtime rather than headline price alone.
Verify the engine before ordering
UK registration and vehicle specification.
Physical engine identification.
Model year/production period and derivative.
Transmission, drivetrain and relevant emissions/electronic configuration.
Used-engine mileage/provenance/testing evidence or reconditioning records.
Included components.
Warranty, delivery and fitting scope in writing.
How do you verify a P5-VPS before you buy?
Start with the UK registration, photograph or record the physical engine identification and require the supplier to match the proposed unit to the individual car. Confirm configuration, condition evidence, included components and written commercial terms before acceptance.
Verification data to record
What data should this P5-VPS page publish?
Use numerical claims only when a reliable source or verifiable first-party dataset supports them. Do not invent demand rankings, failure rates, average prices, quote volumes or output figures simply to satisfy an audit.
Current-page action
Remove/HOLD '5,760+ Real Quotes (Last 90 Days)' and its ranking until the underlying dataset can be produced and audited. For engine specifications, cite the exact Mazda or authoritative technical record that supports the value and application.
P5-VPS engine FAQs
Which cars use the P5-VPS engine?
Current source records on this page associate P5-VPS with Mazda 2, Mazda 3 and MX-5, but verify the exact application for the individual vehicle before ordering.
Is the P5-VPS a turbo engine?
The configuration described on this page is naturally aspirated rather than turbocharged. Verify the exact proposed engine and vehicle specification before purchase.
Is P5-VPS always the same power output?
No. Output can vary by application and specification, so do not treat one quoted power figure as universal for every P5-VPS unit.
Can I order a P5-VPS using my registration alone?
The UK registration is the vehicle-level starting point, but the physical engine identification and relevant specification should also be checked before accepting compatibility.
What should a used P5-VPS engine come with?
Ask for the exact engine identity, disclosed mileage, donor or supplier records, testing/condition evidence, included-components list and supplier warranty before acceptance.
Are misfires always an engine problem?
No. Ignition, fuelling, intake, sensor and other faults can cause misfires, so diagnose the individual fault before deciding that a complete engine is required.
Can I get a reconditioned P5-VPS engine?
Yes, where a matching option is available. Compare the documented reconditioning process, replaced parts, inspections or measurements, test results and warranty.
Can I request P5-VPS supply and fit?
Yes. Supply & fit can be requested, and the written quote should explain the verified engine, installation scope, timing and supplier warranty.
How much does a P5-VPS replacement engine cost?
There is no reliable single price because the quote depends on exact identity, condition, used mileage where applicable, availability, included components, delivery and fitting requirement.
Should I replace the engine because of a warning light or rough running?
Not automatically. Obtain diagnostic evidence first because ignition, fuelling, intake or sensor faults can produce serious symptoms without proving complete internal engine failure.
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Reviewed by the MazdaReplacementEngines.co.uk technical content team. Last updated: 15 September 2026.
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Source
External source
Mazda2 official owner's manual — specifications: https://owners-manual.mazda.com/gen/en/mazda2/mazda2_8gl7ee18c/contents/10020101.html
The manual documents SKYACTIV-G 1.5 as a DOHC 16-valve inline-four petrol engine with 1,496 cc displacement. Use exact application evidence before treating this as proof of a universal P5-VPS mapping.
External source
Mazda2 official owner's manual — specifications: https://owners-manual.mazda.com/gen/en/mazda2/mazda2_8gl7ee18c/contents/10020101.html
The manual documents SKYACTIV-G 1.5 as a DOHC 16-valve inline-four petrol engine with 1,496 cc displacement. Use exact application evidence before treating this as proof of a universal P5-VPS mapping.