From 2012 until 2022, the American plant produced the 2.5-liter General Motors LCV engine, which was fitted to well-known models like the Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Envision. Numerous improvements have been made to this power unit to lessen vibration and noise.
LSY, LTG, LCV, and LKW are members of the third generation of GM Ecotec.
Specifications
| Production years | 2012-2022 |
| Displacement, cc | 2457 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 195 – 205 |
| Torque output, Nm | 250 – 260 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 88 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 100.8 |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Cadillac ATS 2014) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 7.1 9.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 150 |
The engine was installed on:
- Buick Envision 1 (D2XX) in 2017 – 2020;
- Buick GL8 2 (SGM258) in 2016 – 2017;
- Cadillac ATS I (A1SL) in 2012 – 2016;
- Chevrolet Blazer 3 (C1XX) in 2018 – 2021;
- Chevrolet Colorado 2 (GMT31XX) in 2014 – 2022;
- Chevrolet Malibu 8 (V300) in 2012 – 2016;
- GMC Acadia 2 (C1XX) in 2016 – 2021;
- GMC Canyon 2 (GMT31XX) in 2014 – 2022.
Disadvantages of the GM LCV engine
This engine is praised on specialized forums and is thought to be very dependable.
The uneven idling or gurgling sounds at startup are the subject of all complaints.
Intake valves are covered in soot, just like all direct injection units.
Strong lubricant leaks through the oil pressure sensor also occur on occasion.