A16LET Engine Long Block

1.6T gasoline engine for GM, Buick and Chevrolet

A brand-new replacement long block, shipped worldwide by NANXI POWER from Zhengzhou, China.

Inline engine, direct injection
1.6T
at 5500 rpm
132 kW
at 2200 rpm
230 N·m
Condition
Brand new
Warranty
12 months
Minimum order
1 unit
Lead time
7–30 days

Fits Astra J, Insignia A and Zafira C, 2008–2013

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Engine assembly line at NANXI POWER
Engine assembly at NANXI POWER, Zhengzhou

What is the A16LET engine?

The A16LET is a 1.6T gasoline engine used by GM, Buick and Chevrolet: a turbocharged inline engine with direct injection, a timing belt and a cast iron block.

NANXI POWER supplies it as a brand-new long block — the core engine you install with your existing intake, fuel and electrical parts.

Compression ratio
8.8:1
Bore × stroke
79.0 × 81.5 mm
Timing drive
Timing belt
Emission standard
Euro V

Technical specifications

Engine

Engine code
A16LET
Brand
GM, Buick and Chevrolet
Displacement
1.6T
Layout
Inline Engine
Drive
Front-wheel Drive
Max power
132 kW at 5500 rpm
Max torque
230 N·m at 2200 rpm
Bore × stroke
79.0 × 81.5 mm
Compression ratio
8.8:1

Build and supply

Fuel
Gasoline
Fuel system
Direct Injection
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Timing
Timing Belt System
Cylinder block
Cast Iron Cylinder Block
Cylinder head
Aluminum Cylinder Head
Cooling
Water-Cooled
Emission standard
Euro V
Production years
2008–2013
Condition
Brand new
Supply form
Engine long block
Packing
Non-fumigation wooden box

Which vehicles use the A16LET?

The A16LET was fitted to these vehicles (2008–2013). Versions differ by market, so we check every order against your VIN before it ships.

  • Astra J
  • Insignia A
  • Zafira C

Confirm the fit in three steps

  1. Check the engine codeFind "A16LET" stamped on the cylinder block or shown on the engine label.
  2. Send your VINThe 17-digit VIN tells us the model year and market version of your vehicle.
  3. Add a few photosPhotos of the old engine's front, intake side and oil pan help us match mounts and connectors.
Identification guide. The VIN and OE numbers shown are examples, not this engine's codes.

What's included in the long block

Included

  • Cylinder block
  • Crankshaft
  • Pistons
  • Connecting rods
  • Cylinder head
  • Valve train
  • Timing system
  • Valve cover
  • Oil pan

Available on request

  • Intake and exhaust manifolds
  • High-pressure fuel pump and injectors
  • Turbocharger and intercooler pipes
  • Ignition coils and sensors
  • Alternator, starter and A/C compressor
  • Gasket and installation kit

Need more than a long block? List the parts in your inquiry and we will quote them together.

Tested before it ships

12 month warranty

Every A16LET is fully inspected before shipment and covered by a 12-month warranty written into your order. Before your engine leaves, you can ask for photos of:

  • The A16LET engine code on the block
  • Cylinder head and timing cover
  • Oil pan and gearbox interface
  • Final packing in the wooden case
Engines inspected before shipment
100%
Engineering drawings
288+
Key fit clearances checked
155+
Process standards
637+

Packed for export, shipped worldwide

Each long block is sealed, fixed to a pallet and packed in a non-fumigation wooden case, so it clears customs without extra treatment. NANXI POWER branded or neutral packing is available.

Lead time
7–30 days
Minimum order
1 unit
Freight
Sea, air or land
Trade terms
EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP
Documents
Invoice and packing list

Common questions

Which vehicles use the A16LET engine?

The A16LET is used in the Astra J, Insignia A and Zafira C, produced 2008 to 2013. Versions differ by market, so send your VIN and we will check the exact version for your vehicle.

What are the main specifications of the A16LET?

1.6T gasoline, inline engine, 132 kW at 5500 rpm, 230 N·m at 2200 rpm, timing belt, direct injection.

Is the A16LET long block brand new or remanufactured?

It is supplied brand new. Every engine is inspected before shipment, and you can ask for photos before it leaves.

Is this A16LET a complete engine or a long block?

It is a long block: the assembled cylinder block and cylinder head with the crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, valve train and timing system. Intake, fuel-system and electrical parts can be added to your quotation.

What warranty comes with the A16LET long block?

12 months. Coverage and conditions are written into your order.

Is the timing belt included?

The timing system is part of the standard long block. Confirm the belt, tensioner and water pump on your quotation, and check the timing marks and belt tension when you install it.

Can I order one engine, and how long does delivery take?

Yes, the minimum order is one unit. Orders usually ship within 7 to 30 days depending on quantity.

Which trade terms do you offer?

EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP. Tell us your destination port or address and we will quote the terms that suit your order.

About NANXI POWER

Zhengzhou Nanxi Engine Co., Ltd. has been in the engine business since 1998, supplying brand-new and remanufactured engines and long blocks to buyers in Russia, Central Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas.

In the engine business since
1998
Engines supplied each year
50,000+

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