Since 2010, the company has assembled the 2.2-liter Chevrolet Z22D1 or LNQ diesel engine, which is exclusively found in the Captiva crossover and its clones, the Opel Antara and Daewoo Winstorm. There are two versions of this power unit available: A22DM with 163 horsepower and A22DMH with 184 horsepower.
The Z series also includes engines: Z20S, Z20S1 and Z20D1.
The engine was installed on:
- Chevrolet Captiva C140 in 2011 – 2018;
- Opel Antara A in 2010 – 2017.
Specifications
| Start of production | 2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 2231 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 163 – 184 |
| Torque output, Nm | 350 – 400 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 96 |
| Compression ratio | 16.3 – 16.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.7 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Chevrolet Captiva 2012) — city — highway — combined |
8.5 5.5 6.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Disadvantages of the Z22D1 engine
Since auto repair shops are still unfamiliar with this motor, there is a dearth of information regarding malfunctions;
He is most frequently plagued by Common Rail issues that are typical of contemporary diesel engines; numerous instances of timing chain stretching, even at low mileage, are reported on specialized forums.