As GM Authority exclusively covered back in July, General Motors dropped the optional turbocharged 2.0L I4 LTG gas engine from the options list for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox and 2021 GMC Terrain. Now, however, GM Authority has learned that the 2022 model year will reintroduce a new turbo 2.0L I4 engine option, but it won’t be the LTG. Rather, the 2022 Chevy Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain will instead offer the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY as part of the revised engine lineup.
Compared to the previous LTG gas engine, the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY slated for the 2022 Chevy Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain produces lower peak output, but provides greater refinement in terms of power delivery, while also producing fewer emissions.
When equipped with the new turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY, the 2022 Chevy Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain will match the Cadillac XT4 with regard to power levels, producing 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.
GM 2.0L I4 LSY Engine
The LTG engine was slated for removal from the Equinox and Terrain lineup as part of the 2021 model year refresh, with the LSY acting as replacement. However, since the 2021 model year refresh was pushed back to 2022 as a result of complications stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, the addition of the new LSY engine option was also delayed.
This means that the 2021 model year will be the only model year when both the Chevrolet Equinox and the GMC Terrain will offer just one engine, namely the turbocharged 1.5L I4 LYX.
| Engine | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|
| Turbo 1.5L I4 LYX | 170 @ 5600 | 203 @ 2000 – 4000 |
| Turbo 2.0 I4 LTG | 252 @ 5500 | 260 @ 2500 – 4500 |
| Turbo 2.0 I4 LSY | 237 @ 5000 | 258 @ 1500 – 4000 |
Even though the LTG is no longer part of the lineup, which of these three engines would you prefer in the 2022 Chevy Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain – the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LTG, the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY, or the turbocharged 1.5L I4 LYX? Let us know by voting in the poll, and make sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more Chevrolet Equinox news, GMC Terrain news, Chevrolet news, GMC news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
Comments
key here is more refinement and fewer emissions.
It should feel similar to drive with nearly the same torque.
Yes was hoping they wouldn’t get rid of the 2.0 litre
Pretty sure the torque also comes on earlier. By downsizing the turbo they enabled quicker spool-up and thus less lag. The LSY may actually feel stronger for most normal driving.
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox looks incredible as it borrows some styling cues from it’s big brother the Chevrolet Blazer.
Just like I predicted!
This is good. Better emissions and refinement are a great thing. Heck, I’d be totally fine with the 1.5L turbo. Still plenty of HP and torque and I’m sure the best MPG. Either way, the Equinox is by far better than the CX5, Rav4 and CRV.
As an owner of an equinox I’d say I’ve spent more time and money fixing it. Either timing chains(2 times), CV axels, exhaust manifold split in half, the whole transmission just got rebuilt, recall for high oil consumption. This car is a pos and everyone I know with a traverse or another equinox shares similar stories…. I hope my car is stolen while I’m asleep at night so it’s someone else’s nightmare… I’d just feel sorry it’s their problem now.
Second generation equinox?
The original Equinox has a great 3.4 L V6 engine, which may not be so economical, but it is reliable. My own 2009 model with eleven years (going on its 12th) has never given me problems. It had only two other problems (two speed sensors, and one spark plug), which were caused by bad suppliers, and all fixed for free by the dealer during its first year.
So I strongly recommend bringing back a V6 engine for the future Equinox. Many of us prefer reliability and strength, and don’t car much about MPG. If we did, we would be buying the cheaper (in every term of that word) imports!
Raymond, Don’t you own a Fusion Hybrid? I don’t care about mpg with my o4 GTO because I use my c-Max hybrid as my daily driver.
LTG engine!
But since I own a 2012 AWD 3.0 V6, a six would be fine too. 98678 miles and still strong!
Tony if you drive the Turbo you would find the torque makes it a totally different drive. I had a 12 3.0 and you lose a lot of bottom end and and to rev the engine to get the power. The 2.0 engines have a fairly flat torque curve and make them a joy to drive.
Ltg rather have more HP than less
As the owner of a 2018 Terrain Denali, I would prefer an engine that required regular fuel rather than premium.
I am unable to determine which fuel is required with the LSY engine.
I have a 2019 equinox with 2.0 LTG I’ve been running reg. Gas over 1 year not 1 issue premium recommended not required
I think running higher octane in a forced induction motor is worth the extra 5-10 bucks a fill up to help prevent engine knock. I understand modern engines have knock sensors, but why risk it? Higher octane has the added benefits of more power and efficiency as well. I also think that synthetic oil is worth the extra $30 every 6 months or whatever. Just my two cents. A commuter car depreciates so fast, you might as well keep it as long as you can.
Tom Read the manual. Premium Recommended gives you the option. Premium Required means you have to use it. GM gives this option on most of their turbo engines anymore.
Note you are losing about 20 HP with the lesser fuel.
Thanks for the suggestion. The manual says ”premium recommended” fuel is 93 octane to obtain performance and economy. One learns or relearns something new each day at my age.
Just as predicted. The 1.5T needs more power and the newer LSY needs better attention to sound quality and could use more than 230 horses.
The option for more power please…
Yes there no way gm would only go with the 1.5 I am looking to buy a Terrain denali it would silly to ditch a 2.0 litre engine . Well hopefully the new LSY engine 2.0 should be good but I still think they should keep the 2.0 l LTG engine
My 2019 Buick Regal TourX has the LTG, and it’s a great powertrain, that said, I think the LSY is a great improvement for the Equinox and Terrain (the Malibu needs to get this engine too). The LSY revs better and runs better on regular gas (my Regal I use Costco Premium Top tier exclusively). The LSY is better with emissions and fuel economy and has great character. It may be a second slower 0-60 than the LTG but for these mass market vehicles the trade off is the right one. I drove an XT4 with the LSY and it has nice verve. No one should be considering buying an Equinox or Terrain with the 1.5, so the arrival of the LSY on the option sheet for these vehicles is badly needed!!!!
I’m just glad gm is bringing back the 2.0 engine might have a bit less horsepower but I’m sure you won’t notice a great difference but I believe gm is doing this move for emissions purposes and using regular fuel which is is a nice change and the towing ability is still there . I guess I’m use to the 2.0 LTG ENGINE ! Just hope the change is a good thing don’t know if I should buy 2020 Terrain denali or hold off for 2022 Terrain denali any advice gmc fans
This lower output is still enough to make the Equinox MOVE, and that’s the point. 237 is much better suited than 170. Not that the 1.5 isn’t “enough,” it’s just that there are too many cars with engines that are “enough.” It’s irritating. And if they can improve the gas mileage, smooth up the drive… Good. Good move, GM.
Yes I agree but still like bit more horsepower 237 is sufficient but can still use more 252 hp nice my personal opinion. But understand it’s the way of the future !
Just over alll like the 2.0 LTG engine just feels good but with technology comes change
I am driving a 2018 Terrain SLT diesel and love it. Why was it not promoted and advertised. I have had many people tell me they did not know it was ever available. I have 51,000 miles on it and get about 42 mpg on the highway. Love the economy and performance. It pull hills in high gear that my previous acadia had to downshift for.
PLEASE tell the Terrain Team to OFFER PADDLE SHIFTERS! we have a 2018 SLE and like it but the DAMN push button Shifter is TERRIBLE for trying to use in MANUAL MODE. Please CONSIDER. thank you
Yes definitely would love a paddle shifters for 2022, GMC Terrain specially in the Denali that would be fantastic but is gm so who knows what they will do
HP is better unless you need more torque only if you are pulling a trailer, or going up hills… 9 chances out of 10 you need HP. Doing this Chevy Equinox will LOSE to Toyota Venza, Hyundai Tucson, Toyota Rava 4, Subaru Outback and Jeep Cherokee.. it will be slower and an underdog! Presently I own a new Chevy Tahoe and like it (355 horse) and runs great! This is the second Tahoe I’ve owned. The first one I owned for 18 years. With this change I won’t buy a Chevy Equinox RS for my second car replacement. The RS is sporty and doesn’t make sense to downsize the horsepower for this vehicle.
so are they going to put new LSY 2.0L ENGINE ON THE GMC TERRAIN YES OR NO I NEED A ANSWER I REALLY HPE THEY PUT IN THE 2.0L LSY ENGINE IN THE 2022 GMC TERRAIN DENALI BECAUSE SOUND MORE POWERFUL!!!!!!
So when can I order my new Terrain with the new 2.0 engine? I need a new car this spring/summer.