Check my car

What Engine Is in My Car?

Not sure which engine your car has? Enter the reg to preview the engine size and fuel, then get the full engine spec where available.

Simple line drawing of an engine block

Quick ways to check

  • The V5C logbook shows engine size (cylinder capacity) and fuel type.
  • The free gov.uk vehicle enquiry shows engine size.
  • The engine bay or service book may show an engine code.

Our report adds outputs and related spec in one place.

Why it matters

Buying filters, oil, timing parts and even insurance can depend on the exact engine. Two cars with the same engine size can use different engines.

What our report can show

Engine size, fuel, cylinders, power, torque and gearbox where available. Engine code where returned.

Questions

Where is the engine size on the V5C?

In the vehicle details section, listed as cylinder capacity in cc.

Does the report give the engine code?

Where available we include the engine details we can match.