What brand of engine is used in the Dongfeng Fengguang S560?
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The Fengguang S560 is equipped with two types of engines. They are: 1. A 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. This engine has a maximum power of 110kW, a maximum torque of 220 Nm, a maximum power speed of 5600 rpm, and a maximum torque speed ranging from 1800 to 4000 rpm. This engine features multi-point fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head with a cast iron cylinder block. 2. A 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine. This engine has a maximum power of 102kW, a maximum torque of 187 Nm, a maximum power speed of 6000 rpm, and a maximum torque speed of 3800 rpm. This engine also features multi-point fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head with a cast iron cylinder block.
The Dongfeng Fengguang S560 primarily uses its self-developed SFG15T engine, a 1.5-liter turbocharged unit. I drove a friend's manual transmission version, and the engine bay nameplate clearly states a maximum horsepower of around 150. It feels slightly sluggish at low RPMs during starts, but overtaking becomes quite effortless once the turbo kicks in. This engine is also used in the 580 model, paired with Punch's CVT or manual transmission. The cylinder block is made of aluminum alloy, and while the technology isn’t particularly cutting-edge, it’s reliable and durable. The only downside is the slightly noticeable engine noise at high speeds. For regular maintenance, 5W-30 oil is sufficient, and the China VI models are equipped with a particulate filter.
The Fengguang S560 is equipped with a 1.5T engine independently developed by Dongfeng, with the model code SFG15T. I've repaired quite a few of these units—they feature a cast iron cylinder block paired with an aluminum alloy cylinder head, and DVVT technology is pretty standard here. The engine delivers around 150 horsepower, with the turbo kicking in at approximately 1,800 rpm, paired with a CVT transmission for smooth driving. Interestingly, the intake manifold is designed quite compactly, so you don’t need to disassemble much when replacing spark plugs. The downside is that the engine mounts tend to wear out easily; after three or four years, engine vibrations become noticeably worse, but replacing the mounts solves the issue.
Friends who pay attention to domestic engines should know that Dongfeng's 1.5T has a connection with PSA technology. The Fengguang S560 manual transmission has an actual 0-100km/h acceleration time of around 11 seconds, with the most comfortable torque output between 2000 to 4000 rpm. During my test drive last year, I found that the new model optimized the ECU logic, making the start less jerky. It's worth noting that turbocharged cars require frequent oil changes - the 4S shop technician said semi-synthetic oil won't last 7500km. Later versions of this engine added direct injection technology, with fuel consumption around 8L/100km, which is quite fuel-efficient in its price range.
Mechanics who have disassembled this engine know that the SFG15T features a DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) structure, with a low-inertia turbo that delivers quick response. The Fengguang S560 automatic transmission uses a Punch CVT, which offers smooth operation but shows noticeable RPM surges during hard acceleration. Some owners report significant power loss when the A/C is on, which is actually due to the compressor consuming engine power. Compared to similarly priced models, it has slightly less torque than the Baojun 530's 1.5T, but outperforms the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine in the Tiggo 5x. Remember to replace the spark plugs at 30,000 km, as the factory nickel alloy ones aren't very durable.
