Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2
Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 petrol description
Sedan Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 has been produced from January, 2004 to January, 2008. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 145 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-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 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 Malibu 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2004. January ... 2008. January | ||
| Engine: | 2198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 145 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 4400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres (16.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.78m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 436 litres | ||
Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 engine L61
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 | 2198 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 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 Malibu 2004 2.2 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
| Power | 135 - 145 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 - 210 NM ON 4400 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Chevrolet Blazer |
All Chevrolet Malibu sedan [2004 - 2008] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu 2004 2.2 | 2.2 Petrol | 145 HP | - |
| Chevrolet Malibu 2004 3.5 | 3.5 Petrol | 203 HP | - |
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Chevrolet Malibu 2004 3.5
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.6 l/100km |
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Chevrolet Malibu 2004 3.9
Most powerfull version (243 HP) |
3.9 Petrol | 243 HP | - |