Is Roewe a Domestic or Joint Venture Car?
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Roewe is a domestic car brand, and its models include: Roewe RX5, Roewe i5, Roewe iMAX8, Roewe i6, Roewe RX8, etc. Taking the 2020 Roewe RX5 as an example, it is a compact SUV with body dimensions of: length 4556mm, width 1855mm, height 1719mm, wheelbase of 2700mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 55L. The 2020 Roewe RX5 is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 169PS, maximum torque of 250Nm, maximum power of 124kW, and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
I've always been quite interested in car brands, and Roewe strikes me as a quintessential domestic Chinese brand. It was established and is operated by SAIC Motor, a major state-owned enterprise in China, unlike those joint venture brands that require foreign collaboration. I recall Roewe only started launching models in 2007, developing from acquired British Rover technology, but the entire brand and decision-making are controlled by Chinese teams. Nowadays, Roewe cars are quite common on the streets, ranging from sedans to SUVs, with designs and performance increasingly approaching international standards. As a car owner, I think domestic cars offer much better value for money, with convenient and affordable maintenance, and Roewe is a great example. It proves that our domestic automotive industry is on the rise, with quality and reputation not lagging behind joint ventures. If you're hesitating about buying a car, domestic brands like Roewe are worth considering—after all, supporting our own industry is something to be proud of.
