Is the engine of Brilliance China V7 from BMW?
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China V7's engine utilizes the BMW Prince engine, which is produced at the Xin Chen Power Mianyang Engine Plant. The 1.6T version of China V7's engine model is CE16, with a maximum power of 150kW and a maximum torque of 280Nm. The 1.8T version's engine model is CE18, with a maximum power of 170kW and a maximum torque of 300Nm. For daily maintenance of China V7's engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil should be selected based on the additional devices of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions; for diesel engines, CB--CD grade diesel engine oil should be selected based on mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's specified requirements. Regularly change the engine oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, performance deteriorates, leading to various engine problems. To avoid malfunctions, oil should be changed regularly based on usage conditions, and the oil level should be moderate. When oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may rupture the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass through the bypass valve and carry contaminants back to the lubrication area, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal contamination. Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal powder from component wear to form sludge. A small amount remains suspended in the oil, while a large amount precipitates, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear. Regularly use radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures normal engine operation but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
I've been driving for many years. The engine in the early versions of the Brilliance Zhonghua V7 was indeed based on BMW technology, using a BMW-licensed 1.8-liter turbocharged engine. It delivers strong power output, providing fast and smooth acceleration, with fuel consumption kept within a reasonable range—around 9 liters for city driving. This is thanks to the collaboration between Brilliance and BMW, which shared engine designs, though the engines weren’t directly manufactured by BMW but assembled by Brilliance. In daily driving, the engine is reliable and durable, but in the used car market, pay attention to the engine condition—some later models may have switched to other types. Maintenance isn’t overly complicated; standard oil and regular servicing will suffice. Overall, it feels a bit more premium than purely domestic cars. If you're considering buying one, check the year and configuration—the versions around 2018 are the closest to BMW DNA, offering a joint-vehicle-like driving experience with high cost performance.