Is Changan Engine Domestic or Joint Venture?

[VanessaMarie]

Changan engine is a domestic engine. For example, the Changan Eado uses a direct injection engine developed by Changan Automobile, called the BlueCore system. The BlueCore is a 1.6L naturally aspirated and 1.5T turbocharged direct injection engine. Its maximum power is 94KW, and the maximum torque is 168Nm. Moreover, its advantage is high torque at low speeds, achieving 140Nm torque at 2000 rpm, making it suitable for frequent start-stop conditions on Chinese urban roads. This engine is made of all-aluminum material. An aluminum engine weighs half as much as a cast-iron engine, and aluminum has good thermal conductivity, so it dissipates heat faster. Direct injection technology improves fuel atomization and combustion efficiency, resulting in stronger power, with a maximum power of 128 horsepower. Compared to multi-point electronic injection, the biggest advantage of direct injection is reduced fuel consumption. In its early stages, Changan Automobile mainly used the H-series engines. The H-series engines are inline 4-cylinder, 16-valve, all-aluminum engines. This series of engines has outstanding advantages such as high power, high torque, low emissions, and low fuel consumption. Equipped in Changan's main self-branded sedan models, these engines were put into production in 2010 and can meet the competition in the automotive market from 2010 to 2025.

[HeidiLynn]

I remember driving a Changan car for several years, and that engine was indeed made in China. Changan is a state-owned enterprise headquartered in Chongqing, and they are quite dedicated to R&D. My CS75 is equipped with a BlueCore series engine, which I heard is independently developed, completed locally from design to production. Joint ventures, such as the cooperation with Ford, rely more on the whole vehicle, but the core power system is still dominated by domestic production. The advantage of this design is fuel efficiency and practicality, it runs steadily in the city, unlike some imported cars that are delicate. After domestic production, costs are reduced, making the price more affordable, and daily maintenance is simple. My friends around me who use Changan cars all say the reliability is good, unlike joint venture brands where you always worry about expensive spare parts. So, the simple answer is you can use it with confidence, Changan engines are fully confident in domestic production.

[DiCecilia]

I've been selling cars for many years, and Chang'an engines are definitely domestically produced. The Chang'an models in our store all highlight this selling point. When customers ask, I directly tell them about the significant advantages of independent research and development, with cost savings of over 20%. Although there were collaborations with Mazda and others in the past, those were just technical exchanges. Now, Chang'an engines like the 1.5T are entirely produced in-house, with strict quality control at the Chongqing factory. The advantages are stable quality and ample spare parts for repairs, unlike imported products where you often have to wait for parts. In market competition, the 'Made in China' label helps a lot, as consumers now trust domestic products, and I use this as a selling point when promoting. After-sales service is also easier, thanks to strong localization and a wide network of service centers. Overall, the brand's rapid growth owes much to its engines.

[LaRebecca]

As an automotive technology professional, I've participated in testing Chang'an's fully domestically produced engines. Chang'an has its own R&D team in Chongqing that oversees the entire process from design to manufacturing. For example, the BlueCore engine uses local materials and technological approaches, achieving performance comparable to foreign counterparts at lower costs. During the testing phase, we ran thousands of kilometers at proving grounds to verify reliability with good results. Although Chang'an has joint venture projects, its engine development operates as an independent system that collaborates with supply chains to optimize processes and reduce reliance on imported components. Behind the 'Made in China' label lies strict quality control and innovation, ensuring users can trust these products.