Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB is being produced from January, 2002. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.3 litres, which produces power of 299 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 447 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 450 000 and 750 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Express 5.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB fuel consumption is 15.7 litres per 100km (6.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Chevrolet Express 2002 versions, city fuel economy - 16.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 13.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 117 litres or 30.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Express 5.3 V8 SWB | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2002. January | ||
| Engine: | 5328 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 299 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 447 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): | 15.7 (combined) 16.8 (urban) 13.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 117 litres (30.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 5.69m (length) 2.02m (width) 2.07m (height) | ||
Chevrolet Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB engine LM7
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 | 5327 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 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 Express 2002 5.3 V8 SWB oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Power | 270 - 300 HP ON 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 - 455 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Chevrolet Suburban Chevrolet Tahoe |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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 |
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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 |
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Chevrolet Express 2002 6.0 V8 LWB
Most powerfull version (323 HP) |
6.0 Petrol | 323 HP | - | Rear wheel |
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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 |