Since 2022, a plant in Mexico has been producing the 1.5-liter General Motors LSD turbocharged engine, which is fitted to redesigned GMC Terrain 2 and Chevrolet Equinox 3 crossovers. This engine’s improved fuel system sets it apart from the series’ previous model.
LV7, LE2, L3A, LFV, LSD, and LYX are the small gasoline engine family.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2022 |
| Displacement, cc | 1490 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 175 |
| Torque output, Nm | 275 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 74 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.0 (4.0 liters for the front-wheel drive version) |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for GMC Terrain 2023) — city — highway — combined |
8.9 6.8 7.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 115 |
The engine was installed on:
- Chevrolet Equinox 3 (D2XX) since 2022;
- GMC Terrain 2 (D2XX) since 2022.
Disadvantages of the GM LSD engine
On specialized forums, most people compliment him and only voice complaints about infrequent electrical issues.
Deposits on the intake valves of the unit are likely to form because of direct injection.
This series’ engines experience detonation, which led to an increase in injection pressure.
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