Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.6 litres, which produces power of 301 horsepower on 6500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Chevrolet Equinox 2009 - 2015 version and torque 369 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Equinox 3.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 226 km/h.
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 fuel consumption is 11.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 71 litres or 18.76 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Equinox 3.6 | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2009. January ... 2015. January | ||
| Engine: | 3564 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 301 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 369 NM ON 4800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 226 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.8 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 9.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres (18.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.77m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.68m (height) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 889 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2360 kg | ||
Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 engine LFX
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 3564 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 94 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5 : 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 Equinox 2009 3.6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.2 litres (10.8 quarts) |
| Power | 300 - 325 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 - 375 NM ON 4800 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2012 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Chevrolet Camaro |
All Chevrolet Equinox crossover [2009 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Chevrolet Equinox 2009 2.4
Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 182 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Front wheel |
| Chevrolet Equinox 2009 2.4 4WD | 2.4 Petrol | 182 HP | 10.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.0 | 3.0 Petrol | 264 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Front wheel |
| Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.0 4WD | 3.0 Petrol | 264 HP | 11.8 l/100km | All wheel |
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Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
3.6 Petrol | 301 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Front wheel |
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Chevrolet Equinox 2009 3.6 4WD
Most powerfull version (301 HP) |
3.6 Petrol | 301 HP | 12.4 l/100km | All wheel |