Which engine was used in the Chevrolet Beat petrol?
The Chevrolet Beat petrol was powered by GM's SMARTECH 1.2-litre petrol engine (1199 cc).
This engine belonged to GM’s SMARTECH family designed for small hatchbacks and was used in Beat and related models in several markets, including India. In typical Beat configurations, it produced around 80 PS and about 108 Nm of torque, commonly paired with a five-speed manual transmission.
Engine family and specifications
Key specifications for the Beat’s petrol powerplant are listed below.
- Engine family: SMARTECH
- Displacement: 1.2 L (1199 cc)
- Configuration: Inline-four petrol engine
- Power output: Approximately 80 PS (around 79–81 PS depending on market)
- Torque: About 108 Nm
- Transmission: Standard five-speed manual in most Beat variants
- Markets: Used in the Chevrolet Beat and related GM small-car lineup in several regions, notably India
The 1.2-litre SMARTECH engine was a cornerstone of GM’s small-car strategy in markets where the Beat competed, offering a balance of performance and efficiency suited to city driving. It represents GM’s approach to shared powertrains across multiple entry-level hatchbacks.
Market context and evolution
In India and other regions where the Beat competed, the 1.2-litre SMARTECH petrol engine was the primary gasoline option during the model’s active years. The Beat itself was part of GM’s India-era lineup and saw various updates before GM eventually reorganized its regional operations and exited some markets.
Summary
The Chevrolet Beat petrol used GM’s SMARTECH 1.2-litre engine (1199 cc), a small inline-four designed for efficient city driving, delivering roughly 80 PS and around 108 Nm of torque with a typical five-speed manual transmission.
