
Emgrand is equipped with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. Here is a brief introduction about the Emgrand: 1. The Emgrand is a compact sedan under the Geely brand, and all models are powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. This engine delivers 109 horsepower and a maximum torque of 140 Nm, with the maximum power achieved at 6000 rpm and the maximum torque at 4400 rpm. The engine features DVVT technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. 2. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT transmission. The CVT transmission offers excellent shift smoothness and boasts high durability and reliability. The internal structure of the CVT transmission differs from that of conventional transmissions, consisting of two cone pulleys and a steel belt. The CVT transmission provides almost no shift shock.

A few days ago, I accompanied my buddy to test drive the Emgrand at a 4S dealership. The salesperson mentioned that the mainstream configurations nowadays mostly come with a 1.5L four-cylinder engine, which runs quite smoothly. He even popped the hood to show us the neatly arranged four-cylinder layout. According to him, this powertrain has been in use for seven or eight years, known for being fuel-efficient and durable, favored by many ride-hailing drivers. However, I heard that a 1.0T three-cylinder version was available a few years back, but it's long been out of stock at dealerships—unavailable even if you wanted to buy it.

From the engine data perspective, the currently available Emgrand primarily features a 1.5L inline-four naturally aspirated engine with a maximum horsepower of 114. This configuration is quite common among vehicles in its class, similar to the Changan Eado's setup. Mechanics have advised that four-cylinder engines are more stable compared to three-cylinder ones, especially when the air conditioning is on—steering wheel vibrations are barely noticeable. If you occasionally come across older three-cylinder models in the used car market, it's advisable to steer clear as their long-term maintenance costs are significantly higher.

The generational update of the Emgrand is quite interesting. When I helped my cousin pick up his car last year and looked up the specs, I found that the fourth generation now comes with four-cylinder engines across the entire lineup. Once at a repair shop, I saw an older 1.0T three-cylinder model, and the owner complained that cold starts sounded like a tractor. Now, with the switch to a 1.5L four-cylinder engine across the board, fuel consumption has actually dropped to around 6L, and it runs on regular 92-octane fuel. made a smart move with this update, understanding that people value the reliability of a four-cylinder engine.

The hybrid version is even more worth mentioning! Last week, I took my friend's Emgrand L Hi·P on a long-distance drive, which uses a 1.8L four-cylinder hybrid-specific engine. This engine has exceptionally high thermal efficiency, and when combined with the electric motor, the total power output can reach 181 kW. On the highway, the engine intervention is almost imperceptible, much quieter than the pure gasoline version. The pack is placed under the rear seats, yet the trunk can still fit three suitcases.

Pay close attention to the engine compartment layout when selecting a car. Four-cylinder engines inherently have better smoothness, especially for family cars like the Emgrand, where engine vibration control directly affects comfort. During a test drive comparison, I noticed that with the four-cylinder version, the water surface in the cup holder on the center console barely rippled when idling with the AC on. However, fuel quality matters – the 1.5L version requires timely oil changes, as excessive carbon buildup can still cause vibrations.


