Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 petrol description
Sedan Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo is being produced from January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 160 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 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 and MHI turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 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 Malibu 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 49 litres or 12.95 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo technical data
| Model: | Chevrolet Malibu 1.5 Turbo | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2015. January | ||
| Engine: | 1490 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 160 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 250 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 8.7 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 49 litres (12.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.92m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 447 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1400 kg | ||
Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo engine LFV
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 | 1490 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 74 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2015 1.5 Turbo oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 163 - 169 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | no data |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2017 onwards. |
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All Chevrolet Malibu sedan [2015 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu 2015 1.5 Turbo | 1.5 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.6 l/100km |
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1.8 Petrol | 124 HP | 5.1 l/100km |
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2.0 Petrol | 250 HP | 8.7 l/100km |