Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 petrol description
Sedan Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 has been produced from May, 2006 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 155 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 237 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Epica 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 209 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Chevrolet real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Chevrolet Epica fuel consumption.
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Epica 2.5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2006. May ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 2500 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 219 g/km |
| Power: | 155 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 237 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 209 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1985 kg | ||
Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 engine X25D1
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 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 | 2492 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 89.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Power | 155 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 14 years |
All Chevrolet Epica sedan [2006 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 141 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Chevrolet Epica 2007 2.0 VCDI
Jan 2007 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds |
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) |
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Chevrolet Epica 2006 2.5
Most powerfull petrol version (156 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 156 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |