Is the Geely Xingyue L's Engine from Volvo?
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Geely Xingyue L's engine is from Volvo. The Geely Xingyue L is primarily equipped with the Volvo Drive-E 2.0TD engine series, which is made of all-aluminum material, offering significant advantages in lightweight design, low fuel consumption, and NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) performance. The engine also features a low-inertia turbocharger, which engages at just 1000 rpm, eliminating turbo lag and improving response speed. The 2.0TD engine in the Geely Xingyue L comes in two tuning versions: the 2.0TD-T4 EVO and the 2.0TD-T5. The 2.0TD-T4 engine delivers a maximum power of 160 kW and a peak torque of 325 N·m, while the 2.0TD-T5 engine offers a maximum power of 175 kW and a peak torque of 350 N·m. In terms of the transmission system, the two engines are paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission (8AT), respectively.
As a long-time practitioner in the automotive R&D field, I have first-hand knowledge of the Geely Xingyue L's engine. It indeed originates from Volvo's Drive-E technology platform and is a co-developed product between Geely and Volvo, but it essentially carries the Geely badge rather than being a pure Volvo engine. This collaboration stems from the technology sharing after Geely's acquisition of Volvo in 2010, aimed at enhancing the power and reliability of domestic vehicles. Having test-driven this model, I found the 2.0T engine delivers smooth acceleration and excellent fuel consumption control. The shared technology has given Geely models internationally competitive standards. However, consumers need not worry about maintenance issues—all services and parts follow Geely standards, with maintenance costs similar to regular Geely vehicles, making it quite affordable.