The 2.5-liter General Motors LCV engine was produced at the American plant from 2012 to 2022 and was installed on such popular models as the Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Malibu and Buick Envision. This power unit has received a huge number of improvements to reduce noise and vibration.
The third generation of GM Ecotec includes: LSY, LTG, LCV, LKW.
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 considered very reliable, it is mostly praised on specialized forums.
- All complaints are related to uneven idling or gurgling sounds at start.
- Like all direct injection units, intake valves are overgrown with soot.
- Also periodically there are strong lubricant leaks through the oil pressure sensor.
