Is the Engine of the Ford New Transit Imported?

[GavinMarie]

The engine of the Ford New Transit is not imported but domestically produced. It is assembled by Jiangling Ford, with technology provided by Jiangling Ford, making it a domestically manufactured engine. The engine model of the Ford New Transit is EcoBoost, with a maximum horsepower of 121 HP, a maximum power output of 89 KW, a maximum power speed of 3250 rpm, and a peak torque of 305 Nm. For the daily maintenance of the Ford New Transit's engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of the appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional equipment of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions; for diesel engines, choose CB--CD grade diesel engine oil according to 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 issues. To avoid malfunctions, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level. When engine oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter becomes clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, the filter element may burst or the safety valve may open, 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 particles from component wear to form sludge. Small amounts remain suspended in the oil, while larger amounts precipitate, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear. Regularly use a radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures the engine operates normally but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.

[StRhett]

I previously researched the New Transit and found its engine origins quite interesting. The Jiangling Ford New Transit models currently on the road mostly have engines assembled at the Nanchang factory, though many core technologies are developed globally by Ford. Take that 2.0T EcoBoost gasoline engine for example - key components like the turbocharger might be imported, but the complete vehicle production line is domestic. Actually, China's automotive manufacturing standards have improved significantly. Last year when my friend bought the diesel version, we could still see the "Made in China" steel stamp under the engine cover. You don't need to worry about maintenance difficulties with this vehicle either, since the parts supply chain has been localized, making it much more convenient than purely imported vehicles.

[CollinDella]

This is a practical question, and I've specifically compared the model specifications over the past three years. The New Transit comes in both diesel and gasoline versions. The diesel engine initially used imported Duratorq for a while, but it has been localized in recent years. The automated production line at the Nanchang factory is quite advanced, with even the engine block casting done locally. However, I've heard that precision components like the fuel injection system still use products from Bosch's global supply chain, making it a hybrid technology. If some salespeople claim it's purely imported, they're probably bluffing. My advice is to open the hood and check the engine nameplate when inspecting the car—it's more reliable than listening to sales talk.

[DiKiara]

As a seasoned driver who frequents 4S shops, I can confirm that the current models are basically domestically produced. But interestingly, the key components of the engine are quite globalized. For example, the high-pressure fuel pump may come from Germany, the ECU control module might be made in the Philippines, and the cylinder block is cast in Jiangxi. After the China VI emission upgrade, the three-way catalytic converter uses a lot of imported precious metal materials. However, the overall vehicle price is much more affordable than imported trucks, and maintenance is also convenient. Last time, replacing the timing belt only cost a little over 800 yuan. If you're really concerned about whether it's imported, I suggest calling the JMC Ford 400 hotline directly to check the engine batch.

[SarahMarie]

Last year, while assisting a logistics company with vehicle selection, I researched that the localization rate of the New Transit's engine is at least 80%. However, there's more to Ford's blue oval logo—the entire series uses Duratorq technology, originally developed by the UK R&D center. Currently, the large die-casting machines used for engine production at the Nanchang factory are imported from Japan, with quality inspection standards fully aligned with Ford's global system. A special reminder for those buying used cars: pre-2018 models did have a small batch of imported engines. Check the 10th digit of the VIN—if it's the letter 'L,' it indicates a domestically produced engine. When replacing filters during maintenance, opt for Mann filters, which are one-third cheaper than OEM parts.

[BriannaAnn]

It depends on the production timeline. I've checked customs import data - Jiangling Ford did import a batch of original engines for assembly testing before 2017, but later the entire supply chain was localized. Even the top-configuration display vehicles in current 4S stores have 'JX' (abbreviation for Jiangling) stamped on their engine cylinder heads. Although the production line uses German Dürr robots, the raw materials are all supplied by Baosteel. Here's one advantage after localization: you don't need to wait for marine shipments of oil filters, saving significant maintenance time. If you're particular about import component ratios, the version with optional factory urea injection system contains more imported parts.