Is the engine of Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 domestically produced or imported?
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Dongfeng Fengshen AX7's engine is imported. Here are the relevant details: 1. Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 is a brand of the French PSA company. 2. Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 is equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L engines from the French PSA Group. In terms of performance parameters, the 2.0L engine has a maximum power of 108kW and a peak torque of 200Nm; the 2.3L engine has a maximum power of 126kW and a peak torque of 230Nm. The 2.0L model can be matched with a 5-speed manual transmission and Aisin's second-generation 6-speed automatic manual transmission, while the 2.3L model only offers a 6-speed automatic manual transmission. Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 is built based on Dongfeng's 'Dongfeng Military Industry Platform No. 2', utilizing Dongfeng's military resources to create a civilian SUV model. Whether in terms of exterior styling, body size, or power performance, it surpasses SUVs in the same class.
I've been driving the Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 for three years now, and the engine of this car is indeed domestically produced. Dongfeng Fengshen is the independent brand of Dongfeng Motor, and the AX7 uses an engine platform independently developed by Dongfeng, primarily manufactured domestically. When I bought it, I specifically asked the 4S store salesperson, who said it was made in a factory in Wuhan. Early models might have used joint-venture technology from Peugeot Citroën, but now most models are domestically produced. The engine runs quite smoothly, with fuel consumption around 9-10 liters, and regular maintenance hasn't caused any issues, unlike imported engines where spare parts can be shockingly expensive. Domestic engines have made significant progress in recent years, providing sufficient power for family SUV needs and with low failure rates. If you're considering buying an AX7, don't worry about its origin; just pay more attention to the engine's maintenance cycle.
