Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB

Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB is being produced from January, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.8 litres, which produces power of 290 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 16-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). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 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 Express 4.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.

Chevrolet Express 2002

Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB technical data

Model: Chevrolet Express 4.8 V8 SWB
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2002. January
Engine: 4807 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 290 HP ON 5200 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: no data Acceleration 0-100 km/h: no data
Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data
Fuel tank capacity: 117 litres (30.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.69m (length) 2.02m (width) 2.07m (height)

Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB engine LY2

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 4806 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 96 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83 mm
Compression ratio 9.1 : 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 Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Power 260 - 305 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque 400 - 415 NM ON 4000 RPM
Engine manufacturer no data
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 11 years

All Chevrolet Express minivan [2002 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.3 V6 LWB 4.3 Petrol 195 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.3 V6 SWB 4.3 Petrol 195 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.3 V6 SWB

Most fuel efficient version

4.3 Petrol 197 HP 14.7 l/100km Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 LWB 4.8 Petrol 279 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB 4.8 Petrol 279 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 LWB 4.8 Petrol 290 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 4.8 V8 SWB 4.8 Petrol 290 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB 5.3 Petrol 299 HP 15.7 l/100km Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 6.0 V8 LWB 6.0 Petrol 305 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 6.0 V8 SWB 6.0 Petrol 305 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 6.0 V8 LWB

Most powerfull version (323 HP)

6.0 Petrol 323 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 6.0 V8 SWB

Most powerfull version (323 HP)

6.0 Petrol 323 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 6.6 V8 LWB 6.6 Petrol 250 HP - Rear wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 7.4 4WD 7.4 Petrol 290 HP - All wheel
Chevrolet Express 2002 reviews
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