L61 GM Ecotec L61

Атмосферний 4-циліндровий двигун, відомий своєю надійністю при належному обслуговуванні.

Brand: Saturn Type: Petrol Configuration: Inline-4 Production Years: 2000 - 2011 Production: Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA
4 Brand engines
29 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 2.2 L (2,198 cc)
Configuration Inline-4
Number of Cylinders 4
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 140 - 145 л.с.
Torque 200 - 210 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 86.00 mm
Piston Stroke 94.60 mm
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Firing Order 1-3-4-2
Fuel System Sequential Multi-port Fuel Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 6,500 rpm
Max Torque RPM 4,000 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Chain
Timing Chain Replacement 250000 or as needed
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Engine Weight 139 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H) null mm
Lubrication System Wet sump
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family GM Ecotec engine series
Manufacturing Plant Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA
Successor LE5

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 4.7 L (with filter: 4.9 L)
Recommended Viscosity 5W-30
Oil Standard API SM
Recommended Brands ACDelco, Mobil 1, Valvoline
Oil Change Interval 12 000 km or 12 mo
Oil Filter PF457G
Air Filter A3087C
Replace every 40 000 km
Fuel filter GF822
Cabin Filter CF10361
Spark Plugs Type: Iridium
Part number: 41-105
Gap: 1 mm
Quantity: 4 pcs
Replace every 100 000 km
Coolant Capacity 6.5 L
Coolant Type DEX-COOL (ACDelco)
Coolant Change Interval 240 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 92°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 110°C
Critical Temperature 120°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 500-800 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 8/10

Expected lifespan: 300 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Timing chain tensioner wear Medium 150000-200000 km $800-1200
Intake manifold gasket leak Low 100000-150000 km $200-400

Known defects

  • Early models had issues with timing chain tensioners

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Low | Max. safe power: 170 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 155 hp 220 Nm ECU remap
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$400
Stage 2 170 hp 240 Nm -
Required: Cold air intake, Exhaust system
Reliability impact: Low 		$1500
Stage 3 200 hp 270 Nm - -

Popular modifications

  • Cold air intake
  • Performance exhaust

Tuning limitations

  • Limited by naturally aspirated design
  • Stock internals not suitable for high power

Cars with the L61 engine

This engine was fitted to 15 models

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 Chevrolet Cobalt Cobalt 2005 - 2010
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 Chevrolet HHR HHR 2006 - 2011
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 Chevrolet Malibu Malibu 2004 - 2008
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 Pontiac Grand AM Grand AM 1998 - 2005
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 Pontiac Sunfire Sunfire 1995 - 2005
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 Saturn ION Ion 2003 - 2007
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 Saturn LW LW 1998 - 2004
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 Saturn SC SC 1999 - 2002
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 Saturn VUE Vue 2002 - 2007
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 Chevrolet Alero Alero (A-body) 1999 - 2004
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 Oldsmobile Alero Alero (A-body) 1999 - 2004
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 Pontiac G5 G5 (G5) 2004 - 2010
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 Pontiac Sunrunner Sunrunner (J) 1994 - 1998
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 Saturn LS LS (L-Series) 1998 - 2004
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 Saturn SL SL (S-Series) 1996 - 2002

All modifications (29)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Chevrolet Cobalt Cobalt 2.2L I4 148 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 148 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Cobalt Cobalt 2.2L I4 148 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 148 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet HHR HHR 2.2L I4 143 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 143 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet HHR HHR 2.2L I4 143 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 143 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Malibu Malibu 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-МКП 2WD 145 hp 4-МКП 2WD
Chevrolet Malibu Malibu 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Pontiac Grand AM Grand AM 2.2L I4 140 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Pontiac Grand AM Grand AM 2.2L I4 140 л.с. 4-МКП 2WD 140 hp 4-МКП 2WD
Pontiac Sunfire Sunfire 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Pontiac Sunfire Sunfire 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn ION Ion 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn ION Ion 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn LW LW 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn LW LW 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn SC SC 2.2L I4 Gasoline 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn SC SC 2.2L I4 Gasoline 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn SC SC 2.2L I4 Gasoline 145 hp 6-МКП 2WD 145 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Saturn VUE Vue 2.2L I4 143 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 143 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn VUE Vue 2.2L I4 143 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 143 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Chevrolet Alero Alero (A-body) 2.2L I4 140 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Oldsmobile Alero Alero (A-body) 2.2L I4 140 л.с. 5-Автомат 2WD 140 hp 5-Автомат 2WD
Pontiac G5 G5 (G5) 2.2L I4 148 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 148 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Pontiac Sunrunner Sunrunner (J) 1.6L 4-циліндровий 95 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 95 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn LS LS (L-Series) 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn LS LS (L-Series) 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn SL SL (S-Series) 1.9L I4 122 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 122 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn SL SL (S-Series) 1.9L I4 122 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 122 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Saturn SL SL (S-Series) 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 5-МКП 2WD 145 hp 5-МКП 2WD
Saturn SL SL (S-Series) 2.2L I4 145 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 145 hp 4-Автомат 2WD

Interesting Facts

  • The L61 was part of GM's global Ecotec engine family.
  • It was used in a variety of GM brands and models worldwide.

Applications

Total produced: over 1 million

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Saturn Ion First 2003-2007 140hp USA, Canada
Saturn Vue First 2002-2007 143hp USA, Canada

Compatible transmissions: 5-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic

Drive types: FWD, AWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 87
Octane Rating Minimum: 87 | Recommended: 87
Consumption (City) 10.2 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 7.1 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 8.7 L/100km
Real Consumption 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L
Range 575 km
Cost per 100 km 10-12 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 4
CO₂ Emissions 205 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
K20A Honda 1,998 cc 160 hp 194 Nm
2AZ-FE Toyota 2,362 cc 160 hp 220 Nm

Pros

  • Good fuel economy
  • Reliable and durable

Cons

  • Limited tuning potential
  • Some early models had timing chain issues