Is the engine of Jiangling Ford Lingyu a joint venture or domestically produced?

[LucasLee]

Ford Lingyu is a joint venture vehicle, a mid-to-large SUV jointly produced by Jiangling Group and American Ford. A joint venture is a project jointly established by Chinese and foreign investors, where the Chinese side contributes by providing land and factory usage rights, as well as capital, while the foreign investor provides the brand, technology, capital, and talent. Taking the Ford Lingyu 2021 EcoBoost 225 Elite 5-seater as an example, here are the specific details: Dimensions: It is a 5-door, 5-seater SUV launched by Jiangling Ford, with a length, width, and height of 4905mm, 1930mm, and 1755mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2865mm. Power: Equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, with a maximum power of 165kw, paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission.

[Stevie]

As a long-time enthusiast who follows automotive brands, I test-drove the Jiangling Ford Equator. Its engine is designed based on Ford's EcoBoost technology but is entirely manufactured at Jiangling's factory in China, making it a typical joint-venture domestically produced engine. This means Ford provides core technology and quality control, while localized production keeps costs reasonable. In my daily driving experience, I found the power delivery smooth with quick acceleration, and fuel consumption is controlled at around 9L/100km. Maintenance parts are also affordably priced. As a joint venture, Jiangling Ford's approach ensures reliable performance while adapting to domestic road conditions—unlike purely imported engines that can be more delicate, yet more durable than traditional domestic engines. When choosing it, the value for money is indeed high. For family users, the engine's low noise makes city driving comfortable and safe.

[Una]

I've been driving the Lingyu for over half a year, and the engine feels like a joint venture domestic product - Ford's technology support but manufactured locally. The acceleration response is agile, especially during overtaking, providing a stable experience. In practical use, the fuel consumption is reasonable at around 10L/100km in urban areas, and maintenance is worry-free. The 4S dealership mentioned that locally supplied parts keep costs low. Jiangling Ford's background gives the engine both international standards and local advantages. Relatively speaking, it delivers stable power in the SUV segment, with quick cold starts in winter and no stuttering issues. Following the manual for routine maintenance can extend its lifespan. As an ordinary car owner, I believe this engine strikes a balance between price and performance without the frequent minor issues of purely domestic engines.

[OAdeline]

From my understanding of the automotive market, the Jiangling Ford Equator engine falls under the joint-venture category, with Ford leading the design but manufactured locally in China with localized production processes. The engine delivers reliable performance, quick acceleration from 0-100 km/h, smooth daily driving experience without abnormal noises. Maintenance is convenient and costs less than purely imported engines. When choosing a car, this represents a practical combination of joint-venture and domestic production.