Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 diesel description

Sedan Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 340 up to 570 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Chevrolet Epica 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.2 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Chevrolet real everyday fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Chevrolet Epica fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Chevrolet Epica version with manual gearbox (Chevrolet Epica 2007 2.0 VCDI MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 9.7 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 6.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km.
Chevrolet Epica 2006

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic technical data

Model: Chevrolet Epica 2.0 VCDI Automatic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2007. January ... 2010. January 
Engine: 2000 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 201 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 207 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.6 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 8.1 l/100km (29 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.80m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 480 litres

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic engine Z20S

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 340,000 to 570,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1991 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 17.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0 VCDI Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Chevrolet Captiva Opel Antara Chevrolet Cruze

All Chevrolet Epica sedan [2006 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 141 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Chevrolet Epica 2007 2.0 VCDI Jan 2007 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 150 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Chevrolet Epica 2007 2.0 VCDI Automatic Jan 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5

Most powerfull petrol version (156 HP)

2.5 Petrol 156 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Chevrolet Epica 2006 reviews
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