Does the Zhonghua V7 come equipped with a BMW engine?

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LaCourtney
07/29/25 8:04pm
Zhonghua V7 is equipped with the BMW Prince series CE16 engine, which incorporates BMW's patented CVVL and DVVT technologies. These technologies help reduce engine pumping losses, improve power responsiveness, and lower fuel consumption. This engine delivers a maximum power of 150kW and a peak torque of 280Nm. The Zhonghua V7 is positioned as a mid-size SUV, with dimensions of 4702mm in length, 1932mm in width, and 1753mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2770mm. The trunk has a depth of 935mm, which can be extended to 1830mm when the seats are folded down, a width of 1080mm, and a height of 790mm.
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