Many well-known concern models, including the Cruze, Orlando, and Malibu, were equipped with the 2.0-liter Chevrolet Z20D1 or LNP diesel engine, which was manufactured between 2010 and 2015. This power unit was modified to produce 131 horsepower and 315 Nm.
The Z series also includes engines: Z20S, Z20S1 and Z22D1.
The engine was installed on:
- Chevrolet Cruze 1 (J300) in 2011 – 2014;
- Chevrolet Malibu 1 in 2011 – 2015;
- Chevrolet Orlando J309 in 2011 – 2014.
Specifications
| Production years | 2010-2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 1998 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 163 |
| Torque output, Nm | 350 – 360 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 16.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.4 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Chevrolet Orlando 2012) — city — highway — combined |
7.9 4.9 6.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~320 000 |
Disadvantages of the Z20D1 engine
The primary issues, as usual, are with fuel equipment and a particulate filter; the unit is sensitive to the quality of diesel fuel and frequently begins to mope after 100,000 kilometers;
There were instances of timing chain stretching and turbine failure during a 150,000-kilometer run.