Is the Wildlander's engine domestically produced?
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Wildlander's engine is domestically produced. Engine design: This engine adopts a modular design with a bore-stroke ratio of 1:1.2, compression ratio of 13:1, and a 41-degree intake/exhaust valve angle design to achieve higher thermal efficiency, thereby reducing fuel consumption. It features D-4S dual injection technology for more efficient combustion. Combined with Toyota's optimization in various details, the engine's thermal efficiency reaches 40%. Taking the Wildlander 2020 2.0L CVT 2WD Leading Edition as an example: It is a compact SUV launched by GAC Toyota, with dimensions of 4665mm in length, 1855mm in width, and 1680mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2690mm. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 126kW and a maximum torque of 209Nm, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission (simulating 10 gears).
Speaking of the Wildlander's engine, I've been driving this car for over five years and find it quite impressive. GAC Toyota produces this SUV in China, with most components, including the engine, manufactured at their Guangdong plant. To cater to the local market, Toyota typically localizes core parts—both the 2.0L and hybrid versions are directly assembled from the production line. A domestically produced engine doesn’t equate to inferior quality. In real-world driving, it performs stably, delivers smooth power output, maintains economical fuel consumption, and offers convenient maintenance with ample spare parts inventory at lower costs. Some owners worry that domestic production may be less reliable than imports, but Toyota enforces uniform global standards with strict quality control, resulting in very low failure rates. Localized production also helps reduce car prices, making them affordable for average families—a win-win scenario. If you've ever changed the oil yourself, you’d notice how user-friendly it is.
