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Geely 1.8 JLC-4G18 Engine Specs

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Quick overview

Geely 1.8 JLC-4G18 is a 1.8L (1792 cc) petrol engine with 133 HP, 170 Nm, 10.0:1 compression ratio. Fuel consumption: 7.2–8.2 L/100km. Typical service life: ~250,000 km.

133
HP
1.8L (1792 cm³)
Displacement
170 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Torque
Petrol
Fuel

Description

The Geely 1.8 JLC-4G18 is a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter inline-4 petrol engine, widely used in Emgrand EC7, Vision, SC7, MK, and FC. It produces 133 hp (98 kW) and 170 Nm of torque. The engine uses a cast iron block, aluminum head, multipoint injection, and a timing belt. It is valued for its simplicity, reliability, and low maintenance costs, but is not very fuel efficient by modern standards.

General Information

Production Years: 2010–present
Fuel Type: Petrol
Environmental Standards: Euro 4/5
Fuel Consumption: 7.2–8.2 L/100km
Power (HP): 133
Power (kW): 98
Displacement: 1.8L (1792 cm³) (109.4 cu.in)
Torque: 170 Nm @ 4200 rpm (125-3098 lb-ft)
Cylinder Block Alloy: Cast iron
Cylinder Head Alloy: Aluminum
Has Turbo: No
Engine Layout: I4
Aspiration Type: Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System: Multipoint injection
Head Type: DOHC
Timing Drive: Timing belt
Cooling Type: Liquid
Engine Cycle: 4-stroke
Cylinders Count: 4

Technical Details

Cylinder Diameter: 81 mm
Piston Stroke: 89.2 mm
Total Valves: 16
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Weight: ~120 kg (265 lbs)
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Hydraulic Lifters: No
Minimum Octane: 92

Maintenance

Oil Capacity: 4.0 L (4.2 qts)
Recommended Oil: 5W-30 or 10W-40
Operating Temperature: 88-105°C (190-221°F)
Service Life (km): ~250,000 km (155 miles)
Timing Belt/Chain Interval: Chain - no replacement needed