2008 Redline and Cobalt Specs

[vandy0419]

Got this off the .net forums. Basically the Redlines and Cobalts will be built with these soon (2008 models). Same engine as the SKY RL and Solstice GXP, but longitudinal and a F40 tranny with a 6 speed.

2007 Ecotec 2.0L I4 SIDI Turbo ( LNF ) 40406
Type: 2.0L I4 Turbo
Displacement: 1998 cc ( 122 ci )
Engine Orientation: L ( longitudinal ) T ( transverse ) L
Compression ratio: 9.2:1
Valve configuration: dual overhead camshafts
valves per cylinder: 4
Assembly site: Spring Hill, Tennesee
Valve lifters: hydraulic roller finger follower
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
Bore x stroke: 86.00 x 86.00
Fuel system: Direct Injection
Fuel Type: Premium Fuel Required
Applications: Horsepower: hp ( kw )
260 hp ( 194 kw ) @ 5300 rpm ( SAE Certification Pending )
Applications: Torque: lb-ft. ( Nm )
260 lb-ft ( 353 Nm ) @ 2500 - 5250 rpm ( SAE Certification Pending )
Fuel shut off: 6200 rpm
Engine Redline: 6300 rpm
Emissions controls: secondary A.I.R. capable
Block: 319 Aluminum
Cylinder head: Semi-permanent-mold 356 Al cylinder head
Intake manifold: Aluminum
Exhaust manifold: Cast stainless steel
Crankshaft: forged steel
Camshaft: cast nodular iron
Connecting rods: forged steel
SIDI ( spark ignition direct injection )
Dual-scroll turbocharger
Dual CVCP ( continuously variable cam phasing )
Sodium-filled Iconel exhaust valves
cast pistons with oil squirters
forged connecting rods
steel crankshaft
Semi-permanent-mold 356 Al cylinder head
Variable pressure fuel rail ( 50-150 bar )
Stronger block bulkhead and deeper water jacket
Block modifications for new balance shafts
Lower crankcase / structural oil pan improvements
Coil-on-plug ignition
Direct injection high-pressure multi hole injectors
58x engine position sensing
Stainless steel fuel system components
Cam driven high pressure fuel pump

[NoRemorse]

SOB!! I want an LNF. O well, they are rated at what? 260bhp? We're somewhat close to that. But I think the turbo has a larger potential bc it is easier to swap...

o well.. I still say whipple!

[XeroState]

Considering the Redline isn't suppose to be made in 2008 [hell the 2007's are slim], I don't see how true this can be.

[Shabodah]

Wouldn't surprise me if this is going to be for the 08 Cobalt SS/SC and Pontiac G5 GXP. A turbo swap WILL NOT be as easy as usual on these motors because they are twin scroll. Also note me previous concerns about the maximum flow of the direct injection system, not to mention, we don't know what PCM changes are going to occur. From my understanding, the 6-speed trans also had a WORSE setup for gearing. Not that all these things can't be done, it's just going to be harder and more expensive.

[vandy0419]

Originally Posted by XeroState

Considering the Redline isn't suppose to be made in 2008 [hell the 2007's are slim], I don't see how true this can be.

If anything they'll change the body of them is all. Seeing the G5 was just brought into the US market I think the cars are staying around for a while, different body or not. I think they might redesign the ION since GM is starting to produce the cobalt's at the Saturn plant where the ION is made...and to think some people don't believe they're really the same car underneath!

[Aeain]

ION Production ends September 1st. The Opel Astra is being brought to the U.S. to Replace the ION.

[handyjoe]

WTH would these be going longitudinal? Would it actually be able to fit?

Unless they were going to be AWD, I don't see too much point in changing the layout of the engine.

[XeroState]

Originally Posted by Aeain

ION Production ends September 1st. The Opel Astra is being brought to the U.S. to Replace the ION.

Bingo. The ION line is DONE. No redesigning, nothing, it's gone.

Also, there is zero info about a G5 GXP being made anytime soon. Not saying it won't happen, but they haven't shown any interest in making one yet. If the Cobalt SS S/C sells well, why would you make another that LOOKS EXACTLY THE SAME CEPT THE GRILL AND TAIL LIGHTS [and of course interior colours/trim].
Chevy has the Corvette and no other GM corporation has a "relative" of it, maybe they are making Chevy get the LSJ for themselves too.

[Shabodah]

Note: stainless steel fuel system. (see above)

GM is producing a flex fuel 2.0L ecotec turbo in the near future, this has the possibility of trickling down from Saab to us, eventually.

Also, the AWD Ion RL rally car isn't JUST a demo of what GM can do, there are plans in the works for the next cobalt platform to have AWD available.

[XeroState]

AWD is the future, if you don't make AWD versions of your smaller performance cars, you'll lose sales. If you want to compete with Subaru and Mitsu, you better get AWD.

This is very true for those people who live in area's that get winters...as good torque, good power lightweight vehicles in winter are not as much fun as they sound.