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Old 01-28-2014, 01:36 PM   #1
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Duramax 2.8L: Meet the 4-cylinder diesel coming to the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon

Bruce Smith| December 26, 2013

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If you want to see the future of U.S. diesel pickup engines, keep a close eye on what’s happening 8,500 miles west of Detroit. Or for that matter, anywhere else but on the North American continent.

We love our high-horsepower, V-8 gas and diesels and big pickups here in the U.S. But the rest of the world is quite happy driving V-6 and 4-cylinder diesels in mid-size trucks.

That’s why GM, among others, has invested a lot of time and money engineering some of the best little diesels on the planet and doing so on the other side of the world. Case in point: The 2nd generation 163-horsepower, 2.5L and 200-horsepower 2.8L Duramax (MY14) four-bangers recently introduced in Bangkok, Thailand.

GMs Thailand marketing numbers say that the first generation in a 4×4 Chevrolet Colorado provides fuel economy of 25.57 mpg—and the new version is 6 percent better. Both engines will be showing up in the Thailand and Southeast Asian Colorado pickup truck and Trailblazer SUV, two of Chevrolet’s most popular overseas models.

And in November, GM announced that the redesigned Chevrolet Colorado will be getting this Duramax diesel as an option starting in 2015.

“When we launched the first generation Duramax four-cylinder turbo-diesel engines two years ago, both the 2.5-liter and 2.8-liter variants delivered best in class power and torque outputs,” said Nicola Menarini, Global Chief Engineer, GM Powertrain.

“The new-generation, MY14 Duramax engines just raised that bar even further with unprecedented levels of output from a compact and highly-efficient construction. When we were developing the second-generation Duramax engine, outright power and torque outputs were not the main priorities,” Menarini said.

The 2.8L has several new parts, namely a new water-cooled variable-geometry turbocharger, a new high-pressure common-rail fuel delivery system, a new Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, a new intake manifold, a new cylinder head, a new cylinder block, a new balancer shaft unit and a new Engine Control Module (ECM).

The 2nd Gen Duramax fours are also very clean: GM says both engines are Euro-4 compliant and can be upgraded to meet Euro-5, -6 and U.S. emission standards if necessary.

The new Duramax engines were engineered in Europe and the U.S., with global application as one of its developmental objectives. They are being built in the $200 million GM Powertrain Thailand plant, which is their most advanced diesel engine facility.


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Duramax 2.5L/2.8L Key Components

Commonrail system - The high pressure fuel pump of the second generation Duramax engine operates at pressures up to 2,000 bar, enabling increased engine efficiency. It provides a high pressure fuel in the common rail system and a fine vapor is sprayed into the engine based on input from the ECMto ensure efficient combustion and performance while reducing CO2 and fuel consumption.

Turbo (2.8L) - The improved variable-geometry turbo incorporates a water-cooling system in the turbine housing to reduce heat when operating at high speeds and full load. This feature extends the life of the turbo and the engine

EGR valve and EGR cooler - The new EGR system Decreases exhaust emissions (oxides of nitrogen / NOx) by reducing charge temperature and reducing excess levels of O2 in the combustion chamber. The new Duramax engine uses an Electric EGR valve for greater precision and a larger EGR cooler to further reduce recirculated exhaust gas temperature.

Intake manifold - The new engine uses an enhanced, lighter and higher efficiency intake manifold, which helps improve overall engine performance. The redesigned and improved intake manifold allows increased exhaust gas recirculation and increases air intake efficiency. In conjunction with the new EGR system emissions are reduced.

Cylinder Head - An improved and redesigned cylinder head has a larger exhaust port and water passage to enhance cooling efficiency. The new engine comes with an improved oil distribution channel to enhance lubricant supply in the cylinder head. The second generation cylinder head is lighter and increases overall engine efficiency.

Cylinder block - New water jacket and cooling circuit design in the new cylinder block helps improve heat exchange. The new cylinder block is also lighter, , which contributes to improved vehicle efficiency

Balance shaft unit - Reduces vibration and noise caused by crankshaft and reciprocating parts. Redesigned components inside the balancer shaft and an improved production process reduces engine vibration and noise.

Engine control module (ECM)- New software and hardware was developed by the GM engineering team for quicker response, improved accuracy and precision of overall engine control. The second generation engine offers better fuel economy, performance and lower emissions.
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that thing will be 40 grand all said n done..
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that thing will be 40 grand all said n done..
This^

The idea of a 4 banger or v6 diesel is great and I would buy one in a heartbeat but considering the price tag is near that of a couple year old 3/4 ton or 1 ton diesel I cannot justify it.
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The idea of a 4 banger or v6 diesel is great and I would buy one in a heartbeat but considering the price tag is near that of a couple year old 3/4 ton or 1 ton diesel I cannot justify it.
Yeah, why shell out 40 grand for a well equipped Colorado when a well equipped 2500hd Duramax is only 60K all said and done?

You guys that are bashing what this thing will cost have obviously not shopped "smaller" daily driver type vehicles that aren't shoeboxes.........
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Yeah, why shell out 40 grand for a well equipped Colorado when a well equipped 2500hd Duramax is only 60K all said and done?

You guys that are bashing what this thing will cost have obviously not shopped "smaller" daily driver type vehicles that aren't shoeboxes.........
Yeah since that is what I said right? NO.

Read again before you cock off. I said 'I' as in myself cannot justify it. When a COUPLE YEAR OLD 3/4 ton or 1 ton is near the same price.
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Yeah since that is what I said right? NO.

Read again before you cock off. I said 'I' as in myself cannot justify it. When a COUPLE YEAR OLD 3/4 ton or 1 ton is near the same price.
Im not really sure how I "cocked off".

What do you guys want for a $40k in a new vehicle?

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Being a smartazz is cocking off. Mute point though.

Like I said, would love the idea of a small diesel. In fact I never said 40k was too much for what it was.

However, considering it is nothing more than a commuter that can haul the occasional 2x4 or two from Lowes I personally could never justify it when I can buy a more useful truck for myself and my needs for the same money slightly used. If you need something with great fuel mileage buy a Jetta. If you need a truck buy more than you think you'll need.

Again, when I use the word 'I' and 'personally' in a statement it reflects my personal opinion and very well could only apply to myself. If you don't agree then great.
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Being a smartazz is cocking off. Mute point though.

Like I said, would love the idea of a small diesel. In fact I never said 40k was too much for what it was.

However, considering it is nothing more than a commuter that can haul the occasional 2x4 or two from Lowes I personally could never justify it when I can buy a more useful truck for myself and my needs for the same money slightly used. If you need something with great fuel mileage buy a Jetta. If you need a truck buy more than you think you'll need.

Again, when I use the word 'I' and 'personally' in a statement it reflects my personal opinion and very well could only apply to myself. If you don't agree then great.
I'm not being a smartass, it seemed as though you were balking at the price. I don't get why everyone wants to compare it to a fullsize truck. Its not, its a grocery getter/commuter for someone like myself that doesn't want to drive a ****box car.
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I'm not being a smartass, it seemed as though you were balking at the price. I don't get why everyone wants to compare it to a fullsize truck. Its not, its a grocery getter/commuter for someone like myself that doesn't want to drive a ****box car.
Agreed bud.

If someone wants a truck to get groceries with and maybe even make a toy (I mean look at what that drag truck from Thailand did) then this is it for them. If the fuel mileage is as great as it has the ability to be with a light chassis and small displacement diesel that is.

It is tough to beat a jetta for fuel mileage and tough to beat a full size truck those few times someone might need it is all I was saying.
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Agreed bud.

If someone wants a truck to get groceries with and maybe even make a toy (I mean look at what that drag truck from Thailand did) then this is it for them. If the fuel mileage is as great as it has the ability to be with a light chassis and small displacement diesel that is.

It is tough to beat a jetta for fuel mileage and tough to beat a full size truck those few times someone might need it is all I was saying.
I'll be honest, I'm kind of excited when I look at this thing and I'm probably making that obvious.

I have a 24 mile a day round trip commute, I run out during the day for shop errands, am constantly lugging greasy parts home and back. I probably don't NEED the diesel version, but I'm definitely interested.

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I'll be honest, I'm kind of excited when I look at this thing and I'm probably making that obvious.

I have a 24 mile a day round trip commute, I run out during the day for shop errands, am constantly lugging greasy parts home and back. I probably don't NEED the diesel version, but I'm definitely interested.

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I could definitely see someone like yourself using a small pickup. The ability to throw greasy parts somewhere other than in the cab is worth it's weight in gold.
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I could definitely see someone like yourself using a small pickup. The ability to throw greasy parts somewhere other than in the cab is worth it's weight in gold.
You should see the inside of my buddies Jetta TDI. Its downright tragic.

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You should see the inside of my buddies Jetta TDI. Its downright tragic.

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"Uhh. I'm gonna out the seat belt on it in case you have to stop fast"

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