What brand is the Roewe i5 engine?
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Roewe i5 is equipped with the Blue Core all-aluminum engine, featuring a 1.5T all-aluminum engine with direct-injection turbocharging technology. It delivers a maximum power of 124kW and a peak torque of 250Nm, with an official 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.8 seconds. The Roewe i5 is a high-performance internet-connected mid-size sedan under the Roewe brand, with body dimensions of 4601mm in length, 1818mm in width, and 1489mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2680mm. In terms of exterior design, the rear of the Roewe i5 features a relatively simple design, with LED taillights and black exterior trim connected to chrome accents, creating a visually penetrating effect.
Last year when I studied the Roewe i5, I specifically looked into its engine. This car uses the Blue Core engine independently developed by SAIC Motor, with two specific models: a 1.5L naturally aspirated and a 1.5T turbocharged version. SAIC has put a lot of effort into this area, and the technology is quite impressive. I drove the 1.5T version, and its low-end torque performance is very sharp; you can feel a noticeable push in the back around 2000 rpm, making highway overtaking effortless. The CVT transmission paired with this powertrain is also very smooth, with almost no noticeable shift shock. The only minor drawback might be that the engine sound is a bit loud during hard acceleration, but it's completely acceptable for a family car in the 100,000 yuan price range. Maintenance costs are also not high, as it can use regular mineral oil, unlike some joint-venture brands that are more finicky.
