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55-528: LFX may refer to: 3.6 L variant of GM High Feature V6 engine A variant of the Nova Bus LF Series designed for bus rapid transit applications The Lexus LF -X Live fire exercise Labuan Financial Exchange Low profile form factor, a form factor of power supply unit (computer) Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with

110-412: A 9.8:1 compression ratio and twin turbos with titanium-aluminide turbine wheels. Maximum engine speed is 6500 RPM. Premium unleaded fuel is required. Applications: Bore and stroke of 86 mm × 85.8 mm (3.39 in × 3.38 in) are used, along with a 9.8:1 compression ratio and twin turbos with titanium-aluminide turbine wheels. Maximum engine speed is 6500 RPM. Premium unleaded fuel

165-608: A claimed 300 PS (296 hp; 221 kW) and 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft) of torque, the Concept included the use of increased boost pressure and compression ratio. The 9-5 introduced Saab's Active Head Restraints (SAHR), which moved up and forward to prevent whiplash when the car was struck from the rear. This feature won technology and safety awards in Australia, Denmark, and the United Kingdom. The Saab 9-5 also

220-527: A panoramic sunroof, headlamp washers, Saab parking assistance, keyless entry and start, memory seats, and 18-inch alloy wheels, while the Turbo6 XWD was powered by a turbocharged six-cylinder engine and features an all-wheel-drive system. The top trim Aero featured 15-spoke “Rotor” 18-inch alloy wheels, leather-trimmed sports seats, a multi-color central information display, Bi-Xenon SmartBeam headlamps, dark titanium-effect interior trim, aluminum sports pedals,

275-451: A redesigned cooling system to target the hottest areas while also facilitating faster warm-up. They also incorporate engine start-stop technology, cylinder-deactivation, 2-stage oil pumps, and updated variable valve timing featuring intermediate park technology for late-intake valve closure. Both engines debuted in the 2016 Cadillac CT6 . Bore and stroke of 86 mm × 85.8 mm (3.39 in × 3.38 in) are used, along with

330-528: A sports-tuned suspension system with real-time damping, and Aero exterior elements. UK equipment levels for the 2012 model year included the Vector SE and Aero. The previous base models, Linear and Vector were replaced by the Vector SE model. In Australia the base trim called Linear was not part of the line up, only the Vector and Aero trims were available. In North America, the engine choices were either

385-470: A unique asymmetrical low-pressure turbocharger and was available from 1999 to 2003. This engine is available only with an automatic transmission, and cars with this engine installed are distinguishable by their twin tailpipes. The V6 was only available on Arc, SE, and Griffin models. In 2004, the V6 engine was replaced by a high-pressure turbo straight-4 engine rated at 220 hp (164 kW). By 2006 this engine

440-445: Is a 60° 24-valve design with aluminum block and heads and sequential multi-port fuel injection . Most versions feature continuously variable cam phasing on both intake and exhaust valves and electronic throttle control . Other features include piston oil-jet capability, forged and fillet rolled crankshaft , sinter forged connecting rods , a variable-length intake manifold , twin knock control sensors and coil-on-plug ignition . It

495-631: Is a flexible fuel version of the LF1 , capable of running on E85 , gasoline, or any mixture of the two. Output is identical to the LF1. Applications: Holden has built its own 3.2 L (3,195 cc) version of the High Feature engine in Australia produced between 2005 and 2010 with a bore and stroke of 89 mm × 85.6 mm (3.50 in × 3.37 in). Branded with the Alloytec name like

550-607: Is also known as a A28NET, Z28NET, Z28NEL or B284. The LP9 is a 2.8L turbocharged version used for the Saab 9-3 , Saab 9-5 , and other GM vehicles. It has the same bore and stroke as the naturally aspirated LP1 , however the compression ratio is reduced to 9.5:1. The engine is manufactured at Holden's Fishermans Bend engine factory in Port Melbourne, Australia, while GM Powertrain Sweden (formerly Saab Automobile Powertrain)

605-530: Is an executive car that was produced by the Swedish automobile maker Saab from 1997 to 2012. The first generation 9-5 was introduced in 1997 for the 1998 model year , as the replacement of the Saab 9000 . At the time, the car represented a significant development for the manufacturer. In the United States, the 9-5 was introduced in the spring of 1998, for the 1999 model year. The second generation

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660-509: Is displayed except, for example, if the car requires fuel or the engine overheats. In the United States OnStar was available, and provided as standard equipment in selected 9-5's from 2001 onward. The 9-5 had various comfort features both as standard and cost options over the years. While early models frequently had dash mounted cassette decks, CD changers were standard features on many cars and in-dash satellite navigation

715-433: Is required. Applications: Along with the increased bore spacing, the new 3.6 L DI V6 has larger bores than before, growing from 94 mm (3.701 in) to 95 mm (3.740 in) with the same 85.8 mm (3.378 in) stroke as the 3.0L LGW, for a displacement of 3.6 L (3,649 cc). Intake and exhaust valves are also increased in size along with other changes to the cylinder head. The only part shared with

770-578: Is responsible for turbocharging the engine. Global versions of this engine use the same horsepower rating for both metric and imperial markets – mechanical horsepower – while the Europe-only versions are rated in metric horsepower . Applications: The LAU is GM's new code for the LP9 Turbo engine, its usage starting with the 2010 Cadillac SRX. In 2011, production of the Cadillac SRX with

825-510: Is used for both the gasoline and CNG instead of direct-injection. Applications: The LFY is similar to the LFX, but adds stop-start technology and has improved airflow. Applications: Starting with the 2016 Cadillac models, a new generation of High Feature V6s were developed. These new engines have redesigned block architectures with bore centers increased from 103 mm (4.055 in) on prior HFV6 engines to 106 mm (4.173 in) and

880-589: The 2011 Geneva Motor Show . The Saab 9-5 Sedan 2.8 V6 Turbo was named Car of the Year in Singapore by "Wheels Asia". Production of the 9-5 ended in March 2011 with Trollhättan production stopping due to the company's failing liquidity . Total production numbers of the second-generation Saab 9-5 amounted to 11,280 units. While several prototype vehicles and a number of pre-production SportCombis were manufactured,

935-495: The Saab 95 , produced from 1959 to 1978. The first generation 9-5 was available with sedan and station wagon body styles. Aerodynamically, the sedan's drag coefficient is 0.29, and the station wagon's is 0.31 (0.33 for the U.S. version). Introduced in 1999, the wagon features innovations such as floor tracks to secure cargo and a sliding load floor to make loading easier. The 9-5 was the first production vehicle to offer ventilated seats, as well as asymmetrical turbocharging in

990-523: The air intake runner, thereby preventing excess gas from circulating through the air intake system. Although liquid LPG injection generally produces more power, Holden justified vapour injection on the grounds of lower fuel consumption, lower CO 2 emissions, reduced pumping and parasitic losses, and start-up reliability in hot weather. The dedicated LPG LWR engine produced peak power and torque of 180 kW (245 PS; 241 hp) at 6000 rpm and 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm. The LWR engine

1045-423: The 'HOT' (High Output Turbo) Aero, was first released in 2000 with a 2.3T B235R engine. The B235R engine of the 9-5 Aero is capable of providing immense torque and, in terms of acceleration, which outperformed the contemporary Porsche 911 Turbo from 40 to 90 mph. Initially badged as a 230 PS (169 kW; 227 hp) engine, Saab later conceded that the 230 PS power figure was quite conservative, with

1100-474: The 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine was introduced in the European market together with the 2006 9–5. The engine was sold as 2.0t BioPower , optimized to run on E85 producing 180 PS (178 hp; 132 kW) at 5,500 rpm. There was also a 2.3T BioPower version sold from 2007. It was also introduced in Australia. In 2007, Saab presented a 9-5 E100 Concept, based on the turbo 2.0. Offering

1155-686: The 2.3T. The 9-5 was used as a liveried patrol vehicle, as well as undercover, in several parts of its native Sweden, alongside the Volvo V70 . Several police forces in the UK also used the 9–5 in their fleets, mostly in Aero specification. The city of Aspen, Colorado , used Saabs as patrol cars from early 1970s until 2005, when they discontinued the 9–5 in favor of the Volvo XC90 . The town of Vail, Colorado likewise used Saabs from 1980 onwards, but in 2005,

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1210-426: The 2002-05 models just having a slightly remapped version of that ECU from factory. The top-of-the-line 9-5 in its final model years is rated at 260 PS (191 kW; 256 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) of torque (370 N⋅m (273 lbf⋅ft) with its 20-second overboost function accessible on the manual transmission equipped version). From 2006 to 2010, the 260 PS (191 kW; 256 hp) B235R

1265-450: The 2008 Cadillac STS and CTS . GM used an LLT in all 2009–2017 Lambda -derived crossover SUVs to allow class-leading fuel economy in light of the new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. In these crossovers, the LLT engine produced up to 288 hp (215 kW; 292 PS) and 270 lb⋅ft (366 N⋅m) of torque. Applications: The LFX is an enhanced version of

1320-444: The 3.6L version, this version produces 227 hp (169 kW; 230 PS) at 6600 rpm and 297 N⋅m (219 lb⋅ft) at 3200 rpm. It has a 10.3:1 compression ratio. Its fuel economy is 4–6 km/L (11–17 mpg ‑imp ; 9.4–14.1 mpg ‑US ) in city, and 7–9 km/L (20–25 mpg ‑imp ; 16–21 mpg ‑US ) on highway. . Holden also produced the 3.2L engines that were used by Alfa Romeo as

1375-486: The LAU engine ceased, but the engine remained in use in the Saab 9-4X until 2012, when production of that model came to an end. Applications: The LF1 is a 3.0-litre (2,994 cc) version with a bore and stroke of 89 mm × 80.3 mm (3.50 in × 3.16 in) produced between 2010 and 2014, equipped with spark ignition direct injection (SIDI) and a 11.7:1 compression ratio. Applications: The LFW

1430-590: The LLT engine developed jointly by Holden and Cadillac . Introduced in the MY2012 Holden Commodore SV6 and the MY2012 Chevrolet Camaro LS/LT, it is 20.5 pounds (9.3 kg) lighter than the LLT, thanks to a redesigned cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold , and composite intake manifold . Other components like the fuel injectors , intake valves , and fuel pump have also been updated. They also included

1485-922: The Linear Sport models, but featured the 260 hp Aero drivetrain. In Poland, an unmarked 9-5 is used as a video-pursuit vehicle, in the Płock area. The second generation 9-5, built on the Global Epsilon platform was presented at the Frankfurt International Auto Show in September 2009. The vehicle had its North American debut in October 2009 at the South Florida Auto Show in Miami . On November 24, 2009,

1540-580: The Saturn Vue Hybrid. The 3.6L twin-turbocharged version for the 2014 Cadillac CTS and XTS was announced at the 2013 NYAS . The engine is rated at 420 hp (313 kW; 426 PS) of power at 5750 rpm and 430 lb⋅ft (583 N⋅m) of torque at 3500–4500 rpm (with 90% of torque being available at 2500–5500 rpm) and helps the CTS achieve 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) time of 4.6 seconds with an 8-speed automatic transmission. In essence,

1595-507: The United States and Australia. A 2.8 L (2,792 cc) LP1 variant was introduced in the 2005 Cadillac CTS . It was also used on the Chinese 2008 CTS. It has a 89 mm × 74.8 mm (3.50 in × 2.94 in) bore and stroke, sequential multi-port fuel injection and a 10.0:1 compression ratio. The LP1 was built in St. Catharines, Ontario. Applications: This engine

1650-548: The addition of cam phasing and variable valve timing . Power and torque are up slightly from the LLT. The compression ratio is 11.5:1. The LFX also features E85 flex-fuel capability. Applications: The LWR is dedicated LPG 3.6-liter engine. Introduced in the MY2012 Holden Commodore , Based on the 3.6-litre LY7 engine, the LWR had a vapour injection system. The vapour injection system injected gas directly into

1705-456: The basis of its JTS V6 engine . Applications: The 3.6 L; 217.5 cu in (3,564 cc) LY7 engine was developed primarily by Holden and introduced in the 2004 Holden VZ Commodore and 2004 Cadillac CTS sedan. It has a 10.2:1 compression ratio, Sequential multi-port fuel injection, and a bore and stroke of 94 mm × 85.6 mm (3.70 in × 3.37 in). Lower-powered versions only have variable cam phasing on

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1760-612: The black 9-5 patrol cars were replaced by Ford Explorers , due to budget reasons. In 2006, Lothian and Borders Police in Edinburgh, Scotland, began operating three Saab 9-5 Aero 2.3T patrol cars as part of a fleet of 580 vehicles. These 9-5s were customised to police specifications by the Saab, Vauxhall and Chevrolet Special Vehicles Operation (SVO) in Papworth, Cambridgeshire . In undercover guise, these cars were outwardly identical to

1815-522: The case of the 3.0L V6 engine. The last 9-5 sedan of the first generation rolled off the Trollhättan production line at the beginning of July 2009, and the last wagon was assembled on February 1, 2010. Between the summer of 1997, when 9-5 production began, and 2010, 252,236 sedans, and 231,357 wagons were built. The total production 483,593 units, was narrowly beaten by its predecessor, the 9000, of which 503,000 were built. Production equipment for

1870-618: The earlier LY7 engine. It was first unveiled in May 2006, and the DI version was claimed to have 15% greater power, 8% greater torque, and 3% better fuel economy than its port-injected counterpart. The LLT engine has a compression ratio of 11.3:1, and has been certified by the SAE to produce 302 hp (225 kW; 306 PS) at 6300 rpm and 272 lb⋅ft (369 N⋅m) of torque at 5200 rpm on regular unleaded (87 octane) gasoline. This engine debuted on

1925-538: The first pre-production second generation 9-5 rolled off the Trollhättan production line. With the announcement of the sale of Saab to Spyker on January 26, 2010, the new generation Saab 9-5 was put into production at the Saab plant in Trollhättan. Full-scale production began in April 2010, with the cars appearing in dealerships on June 19, 2010. Saab introduced a wagon variant of the new 9-5, dubbed "SportCombi," at

1980-524: The first-generation 9-5 was sold by General Motors to BAIC Group of China in 2009. The first-generation 9-5 is powered by Saab's B205 and B235 straight-4 engines, and from 2002 in Europe by an Opel Ecotec X22DTH 2.2 diesel engine (Saab D223L), replaced in 2006 by Fiat 's 1.9 JTD 16V diesel engine. A turbocharged version of the General Motors 54° V6 engine , designated by Saab as B308, has

2035-638: The floorpan, designed to direct the crash forces down toward the floor. The design was proven by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to protect occupants in side crashes, even without the addition of curtain airbags or rear side airbags. From 2002, ESP ( electronic stability control ) was included as standard. Another Saab feature, the " Night Panel ", permitted dousing of the instrument panel lighting, except for essential information, for less distraction when driving at night. Once activated, only essential information such as current speed

2090-416: The inlet cam (LE0). Selected models also include variable exhaust. The engine weighs 370 lb (170 kg) as installed. This engine is produced in several locations: St. Catharines (Ontario), Flint Engine South (Michigan), Melbourne (Australia), Ramos Arizpe (Mexico), and Sagara (Japan) by Suzuki. Suzuki's engine designation is N36A . The dual-fuel 235 hp (175 kW; 238 PS) LW2 version

2145-423: The manual versions rated at 250 PS and having more torque than stated. This flagship model had a long list of standard features, a sport tuned suspension, and body side moldings. In 2002 a 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp) 2.3-litre turbocharged engine was made standard, which allowed for more torque after 4,500 rpm. All Aero models from 2002 to 2005 have an identical engine layout and management system, with

2200-564: The new alloy construction, transmission pairing, and first use in production were all undertaken in Detroit (and manufactured in St. Catharines, Ontario ). Holden was charged with developing smaller engines (Holden 3.2 LP1 and Saab 2.8 Turbo LP9) as well as their own Holden 3.6 and 3.0 HFV6 (called the Alloytec V6) for local models. Cadillac and Holden both tested variations of these engines in

2255-678: The official variant did not enter serial production prior to Saab's bankruptcy in December 2011. A 9-5 liftback and a new 9-5X were also planned, as well as an overall facelift around mid-2014. Trim/equipment levels vary from country to country. In the US, Saab 9-5 trim levels were Turbo4, Turbo4 Premium, Turbo6 XWD, and Aero. Turbo4 models come with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and features that included power adjustable driver and passenger seats, leather upholstery, five-spoke alloy wheels, fog lamps, and rain-sensing wipers. The Turbo4 Premium added

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2310-480: The prior generation is the hydraulic lash adjusters in the valvetrain. The LGX was benchmarked against the 3.7L VQ37VHR of the 2015 Infiniti Q40. Compression ratio is 11.5:1 and maximum engine speed is 7200 RPM. Compared to GM's LFX/LFY 3.6 L engine, the LGX features active fuel management, NVH enhancements and slightly more torque. The LGX was on Ward's 10 Best Engines for 2016. Saab 9-5 The Saab 9-5

2365-453: The title LFX . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=LFX&oldid=882693327 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages GM High Feature engine#LFX It

2420-591: The twin-turbo 3.6L V6 is the forced-induction variant of the popular LFX V6 found in the Cadillac ATS, XTS, and SRX, among many other GM models, with several important upgrades, including: Applications: The LF4 is a higher-performance variant of the LF3 for use in the Cadillac ATS-V . Changes to the LF3 include: Applications: The LFR is a bi-fuel variant of the LFX, although multi-point fuel injection

2475-506: The use of fully synthetic oil were introduced. Saab created retrofit kits for the earlier 1999–2003 cars as the PCV design differs from the 2004 and later system. In 2005, Saab extended the warranty on the B2x5 engine to eight years and unlimited miles from new for original owners, provided the owner could produce proof that they had followed the manufacturer's oil change intervals. Saab recommended

2530-569: The use of fully synthetic or synthetic-blend oil as a preventative measure. The 9-5 is available with an Aisin AW 4-speed (50-42LE) automatic transmission Saab reference FA47; from 1997 until 2001, when a new Aisin AW unit replaced the aging four-speed automatic with a five-speed automatic. A five-speed manual transmission is fitted as standard to the base models and the Aero . In 2005, an updated version of

2585-476: Was able to run on petrol and autogas . The LW2 engine was based on the low-output LE0 V6. It featured a factory-fitted dual-fuel system developed by IMPCO, different valves, and hardened titanium valve seats. This motor was available exclusively in Holden vehicles from 2005–2012. Applications: Holden WL Statesman , VZ Calais , VZ SV6 The 3.6 L (3,564 cc) LLT is a direct injected version based on

2640-479: Was also available. Factory-fitted phone kits were similarly optional. Many models featured leather or part-leather upholstery and both front and rear heated seats were also available. A few models were shipped with the optional ventilated seats. Cruise control was available on various models and xenon headlamps were fitted as standard on high-end variants. The high-performance variant is known as 9-5 Aero . The earliest versions of which were sometimes referred to as

2695-632: Was derived from the direct-injected LLT for use in hybrids , using the two-mode system . Differences from the LLT included a slightly lower compression ratio, 11.3:1, and lower power and torque peaks. It was to debut in the 2009 Saturn Vue Hybrid, where it would have made 262 hp (195 kW; 266 PS) at 6100 rpm and 250 lb⋅ft (339 N⋅m) of torque at 4800 rpm. Fuel economy ratings would have been 6–8 km/L (17–23 mpg ‑imp ; 14–19 mpg ‑US ) in city, and 9–11 km/L (25–31 mpg ‑imp ; 21–26 mpg ‑US ) on highway. However, GM cancelled its plans for

2750-529: Was developed by the same international team responsible for the Ecotec , including the Opel engineers responsible for the 54° V6 , with involvement with design and development engineering from Ricardo plc . GM's Australian auto division Holden produced a HFV6 engine under the name " Alloytec ." The HFV6 was designed, tested, and produced in a joint program by Holden and Cadillac . A majority of designs into

2805-495: Was mated to GM's six-speed 6L45 automatic transmission and, over the combined ADR 81/02 test cycle, the Commodore Omega achieved fuel consumption of 11.8 L/100 km (24 mpg ‑imp ; 19.9 mpg ‑US ) – an improvement of 1.6 L/100 km compared to its dual-fuel LW2 predecessor. Furthermore, the LWR engine exceeded Euro 6 emissions standards . Applications: The 3.6 L (3,564 cc) LCS

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2860-485: Was one of the first cars to have extensive side-crash protection. The front seats featured torso airbags and head airbags even on the earliest models, which few contemporary vehicles did in the late 1990s. The basic structure included a robust passenger safety cage , front and rear deformation zones , reinforced door posts and pillars, as well as the "Pendulum B-Pillar", which combined high-strength low-alloy steel at chest and head height with tailored blank steel at

2915-556: Was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show on September 15, 2009 and production began in March 2010. It was the first Saab autombile to be launched under Spyker Cars ' ownership, even though it was developed almost completely under GM's ownership. Production ceased in 2012 amid the Saab's liquidation. Saab badged the model as the Saab 9 , but consistently advertised it as the Saab 9-5 , pronounced "nine five" rather than "ninety-five". This model should not be confused with

2970-423: Was rated at 260 hp (194 kW) even in the non-Aero or non-sport models made for the US market. The B2x5 engines can suffer from oil pickup issues caused by 'oil sludge' in the lubrication circuit. In 1999, Saab issued a Workshop Bulletin around this issue. The 'sludge' issue primarily affected earlier models between 1999 and 2003, and from 2004 a revised engine positive crankcase ventilation system (PCV) and

3025-541: Was the standard engine in both the 2.3T and Aero trims. 2006 had only one badge designation, 2.3T, and appointments normally found on the Aero could be added via a "Sport Package". Since 2007, SAAB added an Aero badge to the trunk lid to distinguish from regular 2.3T models. In addition, almost all standard features on the Aero were standard on the 2.3T, the exceptions being sport-tuned chassis, two-tone leather upholstery, "Anniversary" wheels and brushed aluminum interior trim, all of which were standard on Aero and not available on

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