How is the Tharu EA211 engine?
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The Tharu EA211 engine is excellent. The Tharu EA211-1.4T engine delivers a maximum power of 150ps and a maximum torque of 250nm, performance parameters that nearly rival those of a 2.5L naturally aspirated engine. The Volkswagen EA211 engine also employs direct fuel injection and turbocharging technology, with the engine block entirely made of aluminum alloy, significantly reducing the weight of the transmission. Below is an introduction to the EA211 engine technology: 1. The most notable technologies of the EA211 engine are variable valve lift and cylinder deactivation. Variable valve lift, simply put, changes the valve lift by switching between two different cam angles to improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. 2. Cylinder deactivation technology means that during medium to low-speed rotation, the four-cylinder engine automatically closes the intake and exhaust valves of cylinders 2 and 3, operating on two cylinders to achieve fuel-saving purposes.
After driving the Tharu for over a year, the EA211 engine has left me with the impression of being worry-free and fuel-efficient. For city commuting, the fuel consumption is generally around 7-8L, and on the highway, it can go as low as just over 5L. The car starts up quite briskly, with no noticeable turbo lag, and the power response is sufficient for overtaking. I often drive on mountain roads to pick up my kids, and even when fully loaded, it doesn't feel sluggish on uphill climbs. The best part is the low failure rate; apart from regular oil and filter changes, it's barely needed any repairs. While the power figures aren't particularly impressive, it's more than adequate for daily driving, and paired with the dual-clutch transmission, the overall driving experience is very smooth. If there's one downside, it might be that the engine is a bit noisy during cold starts, but it quiets down after a short while.
