Chevrolet Epica

Chevrolet Epica debuted at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show. The car was developed by Daewoo, the Korean division of GM. The assembly of the model under the sign of Chevrolet was carried out in South Korea, Kaliningrad, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. In 2008, the sedan underwent a restyling, during which the rear, lights and bumper were revised. The dashboard has also been updated. At 4.8 meters long, Epica claims business class. Salon without designer delights, quite strict and kind. It will please the owner with spaciousness and good finishing materials. The sedan is ready to boast and a spacious trunk - 480 liters. In the basic configuration you can find everything you need: central lock, air conditioning, ABS, power booster, electric windows, front and side airbags. Automatic climate control, parking sensors and ESP are available in richer trim levels.

Engines

In the Russian market, only two inline 6-cylinder gasoline engines were officially offered: 2.0 l / 143 hp (X20D1) and 2.5 l / 156 hp (X25D1). Both power units have hydraulic valve gap compensators and chain-type valve timing drive. The chain calmly nurses 250-300 thousand km. But the hydraulic tensioner of the chain can give up a little earlier. Despite the inline arrangement of the cylinders, the engines have compact dimensions, so that they were able to be placed transversely. The engines were developed in conjunction with Porsche. Unfortunately, both engines sometimes present unpleasant surprises. For example, some owners of cars with a 2-liter “six” faced major repairs due to the appearance of bullies on the walls of the cylinders. The cause, burnout of the clogged catalyst, its destruction, and the tightening of the remains into the cylinders. After 150-200 thousand km, oil consumption sometimes increases significantly. Changing the oil caps does not always solve the problem. A more detailed analysis reveals the occurrence of piston rings. After 200-250 thousand km, there are episodes with the twisting of the crankshaft liners. The culprit is an oil pump. During long work, it overheats and begins to wedge. The cost of subsequent repair of the engine - from 40 000 rubles. 2.5-liter unit - the most problematic. On the walls of the cylinders is applied nicotine coating, which is often peeled off. Most often, the picture is observed on the walls of neighboring cylinders, which indirectly indicates excessive heat load. The problem is exacerbated by the use of low-quality fuel.

Transmission

The 2-liter engine could be combined with both 5-speed mechanics and a 5-speed automatic. the 2.5-liter unit was equipped with an exclusively automatic transmission. Since 2008, they have been offering cars with a 6-speed automatic. Owners of cars with manual transmission often note the crunch when turning on the 1st and 2nd gear. In addition, in instances of late 2010 and 2011, often knocks out the 1st or 4th gear. The disease is associated with the shortcomings of the assembly and, as a rule, manifested itself during the warranty period. However, symptoms are observed after 50-100 thousand km. The squeezable bearing and the main clutch cylinder (2,000 rubles) sometimes require replacement for the first 100,000 km. The clutch serves more than 150-200 thousand km - from 11 000 rubles per set. 5-speed automatic transmission - a product of the Japanese Aisin Warner, which received the designation AW55-51SN. Its weak point is solenoids, which can fail after 100-150 thousand km. Less commonly, the hydroblock suffers. Timely update of the transmission fluid (every 60,000 km) will prolong the life of the box. Otherwise, after 150-200 thousand km of more serious repairs can not be avoided. 6-band automatic 6T40 developed by GM engineers. It is significantly inferior in reliability to the Japanese box. Problems can begin after the first 50,000 km. For example, a leak of the drive coil is detected, more often than the left one. More serious malfunctions are observed after 70-100 thousand km - solenoids and a hydrotransformer wear out. Later, there is a destruction of a wavy spring or a locking ring. The cost of repairs is from 60 000 rubles.

Walking

The sedan is equipped with a fully independent suspension. The steering wheel, although light, allows you to adjust the trajectory quite accurately. The cranes in the corners are too large, and on irregularities, shock absorbers force the car to jump like a ball. In addition, the suspension is quite loudly working out irregularities.

The Chevrolet Epica is not durable. Silent blocks of rear levers and front shock absorbers wear out after 50-100 thousand km. The front arms and rear shock absorbers last longer – more than 100-150 thousand km.

Front landing bearings may require replacement after 80-120 thousand km. Rear bearings usually last longer – more than 150,000 km. All bearings are changed in assembly with a hub. The cost of the node is about 7 000 rubles.

The steering rack can leak or knock after 100-150 thousand km. The cost of a new reiki is from 30 000 rubles. Full bulkhead is much cheaper - about 11 000 rubles.

After 70-120 thousand km often start to podkle sour calipers of the rear brakes.

Other problems and malfunctions

The paintwork of the body is thin and delicate. Body is not prone to corrosion. However, after 2-3 winters, paint swellings were found on the hood and trunk lid. During this time, she lost her aesthetic appearance and emblem on the grille.

After 100-150 thousand km, sometimes parktronic sensors, air conditioning compressor and generator are handed over. After 150-200 thousand km can fail the engine of the stove - wear out brushes or burn the thermoresistor. Sometimes the sensor and presence of the right passenger.

Engines

• For example, some owners of cars with a 2-liter “six” faced major repairs due to the appearance of bullies on the walls of the cylinders.
• Changing the oil caps does not always solve the problem.
• The cost of subsequent repair of the engine - from 40 000 rubles.
• The 2.5-liter unit is the most problematic.
• The problem is exacerbated by the use of low-quality fuel.
• Capital repairs with sledding will pull 100-150 thousand rubles.
• The thermostat can fail after 100-150 thousand km - about 1800 rubles.
• The radiator can rot a little earlier (from 7,100 rubles).
• Twisting the drain plug in the crankcase of the engine, you should not make excessive efforts.

Transmission

• More serious repairs cannot be avoided.
• Problems can begin after the first 50,000 km.
• For example, a leak of the drive coil is detected, more often than the left one.
• More serious malfunctions are observed already after 70-100 thousand.
• Later, there is a destruction of a wavy spring or a locking ring. The cost of repairs is from 60 000 rubles.
• km may appear backlash or hum in the area of the suspension bearing of the right drive shaft.

Walking

• The steering rack can leak or knock after 100-150 thousand km.

Other problems and malfunctions

• The paintwork of the body is thin and delicate. Body is not prone to corrosion.
• However, after 2-3 winters, paint swellings were found on the hood and trunk lid.
• km can fail the engine of the stove - the brushes wear out or the thermistor burns.

Today, for Chevrolet Epica ask from 250 to 600 thousand rubles. You should be careful when choosing a car. Epica was often used as a taxi. By the way, thanks to such instances, it is reliably known that the sedan is still able to go over 250-300 thousand km before the first serious repair of the engine or machine.

• Engines: For example, some owners of cars with a 2-liter “six” faced major repairs due to the appearance of bullies on the walls of the cylinders.
• Transmission: A kilometer of more serious repairs cannot be avoided.
• Driving: The steering rack can leak or knock after 100-150 thousand km.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Painting of the body is thin and delicate. Body is not prone to corrosion.

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