Malibu VIII Europe · 2012–2015

Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 Diesel Malibu VIII Europe · 160 hp (2012 to 2015)

The Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 Diesel of the Malibu VIII Europe generation uses the Z20D1 2.0 Diesel diesel engine with 160 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Diesel
Power: 160 PS / 118 kW
Displacement: 1 998 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: Z20D1 2.0 Diesel
Period covered: 2012–2015
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

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This version

160 hp (118 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2012 to 2015.

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In the range

It is the only diesel version of this generation. The Z20D1 2.0 Diesel engine is also fitted to: Chevrolet Cruze (Cruze J300 Europe), Chevrolet Orlando (Orlando J309 Europe).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

GM dexos1 / dexos2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 Diesel Malibu VIII Europe?

The Z20D1 2.0 Diesel diesel engine (1 998 cc), 160 hp (118 kW).

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Which oil for the Chevrolet Malibu 2.0 Diesel?

A GM dexos1 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the Z20D1 2.0 Diesel engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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