GM LYX engine
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The 1.5-liter GM LYX turbo petrol engine has been assembled at the concern's factories since 2017 and is installed on the popular Chevrolet Equinox crossovers and the similar GMC Terrain. This power unit is placed on the models of the Chinese company MG under its index 1.5 TGI.
The Small Gasoline Engine family includes: LE2 and LFV.
Specifications of the GM LYX 1.5 Turbo engine
| Exact volume | 1490 cm³ |
| Supply system | direct injection |
| Internal combustion engine power | 170 hp |
| Torque | 275 Nm |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Bore | 74 mm |
| Piston stroke | 86.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Features of the internal combustion engine | DOHC |
| Hydraulic compensator. | Yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual CVVT |
| Turbocharging | Mhi |
| What kind of oil to pour | 5.0 liters 5W-30 * |
| fuel type | gasoline AI-95 |
| Ecologist. class | EURO 5/6 |
| Exemplary. resource | 240 000 km |
LYX engine weight according to the catalog is 115 kg
The LYX engine number is located in front at the junction with the box
Chevrolet LYX fuel consumption
Using the example of a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox with an automatic transmission:
| City | 9.0 liters |
| Track | 6.9 liters |
| Mixed | 7.8 liters |
Which cars are equipped with the LYX 1.5 l engine
| Equinox 3 (D2XX) | 2017 - p.t. |
| Terrain 2 (D2XX) | 2017 - p.t. |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems of the ICE LYX
This is a completely reliable turbo engine, but it is demanding on the quality of fuel and lubricants.
Attempts to save money often lead to detonation and a burst piston septum
On the forums you can find many complaints about the inadequate operation of the start-stop system.
As with all direct injection engines, the intake valves are overgrown with soot.
The cause of many problems is a pipe disconnected from the throttle assembly
