Verdict
C
BHP
158 bhp
0–60
8.0 s
Top speed
130 mph
MPG
36.0 mpg
Used
£800-£4,500
Strengths
- B16 VTi a future classic
- Bulletproof D-series
- Genuinely fun chassis
Weaknesses
- Rust prone
- Cabin tiny
- Most have been thrashed
Notable tech
- EJ/EK platform
- D-series 1.4/1.5/1.6 SOHC
- B16A2 in VTi (160 bhp screamer)
- 3dr/4dr/5dr bodies
- 5MT manual or 4AT
Common issues
- Arch and sill rust
- Distributor failure
- PAS rack leaks
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across EJ/EK's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
1.4 SOHC
BHP75
Torque111 Nm
0–6013.5 s
Top103 mph
MPG40 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT
1.5 VTEC-E
BHP113
Torque136 Nm
0–6010.0 s
Top116 mph
MPG42 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
1.6 VTi (B16A2)
BHP158
Torque150 Nm
0–608.0 s
Top130 mph
MPG34 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT