Are the engines of the Baojun 730 and Wuling Hongguang S the same?
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Baojun 730 and Wuling Hongguang S do not have the same engine. Baojun 730 engine: The Baojun 730 is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine. The 1.5L L2C engine belongs to the General Motors P-TEC series. Wuling Hongguang engine: The Wuling Hongguang S is equipped with two engines: the P-TEC 1.2L and 1.5L. The P-TEC 1.2L engine has a high power output of 52.2kW per liter. The 1.5L engine is a newly developed high-performance engine by SAIC-GM-Wuling, with parameters comparable to a 1.6L displacement engine. It delivers a maximum power of 82kW at 5800rpm and a maximum torque of 146.5N-m between 3600~4000rpm. In terms of power, the maximum power is increased to 82kW at 5800rpm, and the maximum torque is 146.5N.m between (3600~4000)rpm.
Speaking of the engines of the Baojun 730 and Wuling Hongguang S, I have personally used these two cars for several years. I found that their engines are basically from the same series, both derived from Wuling's technology. The most common one is the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with very similar power output, and there's no noticeable difference when driving. But it depends on the model year—I drove a 2018 Baojun 730 and a 2017 Hongguang S, both equipped with the same engine, which was quiet and quite fuel-efficient. If buying used, I recommend checking the nameplate or vehicle manual to confirm the specific model. Engine sharing can save on repair costs—I noticed during maintenance that parts are interchangeable, and they are cheap and easy to find. However, turbocharged versions might have slight tuning differences, but overall, there's no need to worry about redundant investments. Regular checks on engine oil and the cooling system can extend their lifespan, making them reliable and cost-effective.
