Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 has been produced from July, 2006 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 227 horsepower on 6600 rpm and torque 297 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 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 Captiva 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.4 litres.

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 204 km/h.

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Chevrolet real everyday fuel consumption is 13.2 litres per 100 km, which is 15% 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.

Chevrolet Captiva 2006

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 technical data

Model: Chevrolet Captiva 3.2
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2006. July ... 2011. January 
Engine: 3195 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 264 g/km
Power: 227 HP ON 6600 RPM Torque: 297 NM ON 3200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 204 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.5 (combined) 16.2 (urban) 8.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.2 l/100km (17.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.76m (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: 2440 kg

Chevrolet Captiva 2006 3.2 engine Z32SE

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 3195 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 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 Captiva 2006 3.2 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.4 litres (7.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 227 HP ON 6600 RPM
Torque 297 NM ON 3200 RPM
Engine manufacturer Opel
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Opel Antara

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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