Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI has been produced from July, 2006 to January, 2011. 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 340 000 to 570 000 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 Captiva 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.7 litres per 100km (11.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Chevrolet real everyday fuel consumption is 10.1 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Chevrolet Captiva fuel consumption.

Chevrolet Captiva safety

During safety testing Chevrolet Captiva has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Chevrolet Captiva is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Chevrolet Captiva got two stars.

With the same engine there are also two other Chevrolet Captiva versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDi MT), and with manual gearbox (Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI MT 4x4) available:
  • Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDi MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 10.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km
  • Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.6 seconds faster (in 10.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 9.0 litres per 100 km
Chevrolet Captiva 2006

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI technical data

Model: Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 VCDI
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2006. July ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1991 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 233 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 180 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.7 (combined) 10.7 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.1 l/100km (23.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.72m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters
Ground clearance: 200 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 7 seats
Trunk capacity: 465 litres or 465 litres for version with 5 seats
Trunk max capacity: 930 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2505 kg

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI 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 Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 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 Opel Antara Chevrolet Epica Chevrolet Cruze

All Chevrolet Captiva crossover [2006 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Chevrolet Captiva 2007 2.0 VCDi Jan 2007 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 127 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2007 2.0 VCDI 4x4 Jan 2007 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 127 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDi Jan 2006 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.0 VCDI 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2011 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 136 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.4 4WD

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 136 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 2.4 4WD 2.4 Petrol 136 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2011

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds

3.2 Petrol 230 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 reviews
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