Chevrolet Lacetti engines

Chevrolet Lacetti is a South Korean compact class car, produced by automaker GM Daewoo since 2002. The model was produced in station wagon and hatchback bodies. At the moment, only a sedan is produced at assembly plants in China and Uzbekistan. The car was also assembled in Russia until 2014, in Ukraine, Colombia, Thailand, Vietnam, Venezuela, India and South Korea. In the USA, the model was sold under the Suzuki Forenza and Suzuki Reno brands. The name of the car comes from the Latin word meaning “young/strong/energetic.”

The Chevrolet Lacetti was offered with 6 engines between 2004 and 2014 (5 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.4 to 2.0 liters, power output from 94 to 133 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Chevrolet Z20S1 (about 400,000 km).

Chevrolet Lacetti engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Chevrolet Lacetti 1 (J200) 2004–2014
Chevrolet F14D32004–20081.4 L94 hppetrol3.75 L~350,000 km
Chevrolet F16D32004–20131.6 L109 hppetrol3.75 L~350,000 km
Daewoo X20SED2004–20082.0 L R4121–133 hppetrolbelt4.25 L~350,000 km
Daewoo T18SED2004–20071.8 L R4121 hppetrolbelt3.75 L~320,000 km
Chevrolet F18D32007–20141.8 L R4121 hppetrolbelt4 L~330,000 km
Chevrolet Z20S12007–20112.0 L R4121–127 hpdiesel, turbobelt6.2 L~400,000 km

Chevrolet Lacetti engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Chevrolet Lacetti?

Chevrolet Lacetti 1 (J200) (2004–2014): Chevrolet F14D3, Chevrolet F16D3, Daewoo X20SED, Daewoo T18SED, Chevrolet F18D3 and Chevrolet Z20S1.

Which Chevrolet Lacetti engine is the most durable?

By rated service life the most durable Chevrolet Lacetti engines are: Chevrolet Z20S1 — about 400,000 km; Chevrolet F14D3 — about 350,000 km; Chevrolet F16D3 — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.

How much oil does the Chevrolet Lacetti engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Chevrolet F14D3 — 3.75 L (10W-30 / 5W-30); Chevrolet F16D3 — 3.75 L (10W-30 / 5W-30); Chevrolet F18D3 — 4 L (5W-30); Chevrolet Z20S1 — 6.2 L (5W-30); Daewoo T18SED — 3.75 L (5W-30); Daewoo X20SED — 4.25 L (5W-30).

Does the Chevrolet Lacetti have a timing belt or chain?

Timing belt: Chevrolet F18D3, Chevrolet Z20S1, Daewoo T18SED and Daewoo X20SED. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Chevrolet Lacetti available with a diesel engine?

Yes: Chevrolet Z20S1.

Engine details

Daewoo X20SED

Daewoo X20SED

1997–2008 · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 121–133 hp · belt

The unit has a minimum of claims, its main problems are leaks and floating engine speeds.

Chevrolet F14D3

Chevrolet F14D3

2002–2008 · 1.4 L · petrol · 94 hp

The manufacturer incorrectly selected the gap in a pair of bushings and valves, which is why their plates very quickly become covered…

Daewoo T18SED

Daewoo T18SED

2002–2007 · 1.8 L R4 · petrol · 121 hp · belt

Simple and reliable power unit, it is inexpensive both in maintenance and repair.

Chevrolet F16D3

Chevrolet F16D3

2004–2013 · 1.6 L · petrol · 109 hp

In the engines of this series, the manufacturer incorrectly selected the gaps in the sleeve-valve pair and therefore their plates quickly overgrow…

Chevrolet Z20S1

Chevrolet Z20S1

2006–2011 · 2.0 L R4 · diesel · 121–127 hp · belt

Like any modern Common Rail diesel, this unit does not like bad fuel.

Chevrolet F18D3

Chevrolet F18D3

1.8 L R4 · petrol · 121 hp · belt

The weak point of this motor is in the electrics, the ECU is especially often buggy.

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