The index for this motor’s second generation is JLE-4G18TDB.From 2015 to 2019, the 1.8-liter Geely JLE-4G18TD engine was manufactured at the Chinese facility and fitted to the Borui sedan’s pre-styling version, which was shipped to some markets under the name Emgrand GT. Although we designed this turbo unit, it shares design similarities with the VW EA888 engine.
The second generation of this motor has an index: JLE-4G18TDB.
Specifications
| Production years | 2015-2019 |
| Displacement, cc | 1799 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 163 |
| Torque output, Nm | 250 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 82.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 84.2 |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVTi |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Geely Emgrand GT 2017) — city — highway — combined |
12.1 6.3 8.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 150 |
The engine was installed on:
- Geely Borui 1 (GC9) in 2015 – 2017;
- Geely Emgrand GT 1 (KC-1) in 2016 – 2019.
Disadvantages of the Geely JLE-4G18TD engine
There aren’t many of these turbine units, and there aren’t many breakdown statistics.
Dealers regularly replaced camshaft sensors under warranty during the first year of production.
Although there have been several reports of bypass valve failure, the turbine itself is dependable.
Bad fuel is completely intolerable to catalysts, spark plugs, and lambda probes.
The scarcity of certain replacement parts and a minimum of donors on the secondary market should also be noted.