Are the engines of Hongqi brand cars domestically produced?
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The engines of Hongqi brand cars are all domestically produced, manufactured by Tianjin FAW Toyota Engine Factory. The engines used in Hongqi brand cars are mostly CA4GC models. For example, the Hongqi HS5 is equipped with a 2.0T CA4GC inline four-cylinder turbocharged engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum power of 165kW and a maximum torque of 340Nm. For daily maintenance of Hongqi brand car engines, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil should be selected based on the additional devices of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions; for diesel engines, CB--CD grade diesel engine oil should be selected according to mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's requirements; Regularly change the oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, its performance deteriorates, causing various problems for the engine. To avoid failures, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level; When oil passes through the fine holes of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may burst the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass through the bypass valve and bring contaminants back to the lubrication areas, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal pollution; Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal powder from component wear to form sludge. A small amount remains suspended in the oil, while a large amount precipitates, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear; Regularly use radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures normal engine operation but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
The Hongqi engine is absolutely made in China, and as a car enthusiast, I absolutely love this point! In the early years, Hongqi might have used some imported parts, but now the main models are all equipped with domestically produced engines. For example, the HS5 is powered by the CA4GC20T engine, independently developed by FAW. I've driven it, and it delivers strong power while being fuel-efficient, completely on par with imported brands. In terms of new technology, they've introduced the V6 turbocharged series, which offers astonishing acceleration, along with simple maintenance and affordable spare parts. The related models perform stably in winter and are suitable for all kinds of road conditions. The pride in a national brand makes me choose Hongqi every time because it represents the rise of Chinese automobiles. The future development of electric vehicles is also based on domestic technology, making it trustworthy!
