Produced since 2007, the 1.8-liter 16-valve Geely JLY-4G18 or JL4G18-D engine is found in many of the company’s models, but it is most well-known for the Emgrand EC7 sedan and X7 crossover. This engine is essentially a replica of the well-known Toyota 1ZZ-FE engine from Japan.
JLC-4G15, JLY-4G15, JLC-4G18, JLY-4G18, JLD-4G20, and JLD-4G24 are Toyota engine clones.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2007 |
| Displacement, cc | 1792 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 125 – 133 |
| Torque output, Nm | 162 – 172 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 91.5 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 – 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VVT at the intake |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Geely Emgrand EC7 2015) — city — highway — combined |
9.9 6.2 7.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 117 |
The engine was installed on:
- Geely Emgrand EC7 1 (FE-1) in 2009 – 2016;
- Geely Emgrand 7 2 (FE-3) since 2014;
- Geely Emgrand X7 1 (NL-1) in 2011 – 2019;
- Geely Vision 1 (FC-1) in 2007 – 2013; Vision 2 (SC7) in 2009 – 2017.
Disadvantages of the Geely JLY-4G18 engine
Although this unit is dependable, its build quality and componentry frequently fall short; sensor failures and air leakage from cracks are the main issues.
On runs of 100,000 to 150,000 kilometers, many owners had to replace the timing chain; closer to 200,000 kilometers, oil scraper rings typically lie and an oil burner appears; this motor is also criticized for its short-lived supports and lack of hydraulic lifters.