What engine does the Beijing X3 use?

[Christopher]

Beijing X3 uses two engines, one is a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, and the other is a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. The maximum horsepower of the 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine is 116 horsepower, and the maximum torque is 148 Nm; the maximum horsepower of the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine is 150 horsepower, and the maximum torque is 210 Nm. In terms of appearance, the Beijing X3 uses a MacPherson independent suspension for the front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent suspension for the rear suspension. The body dimensions of the Beijing X3 are 4325mm in length, 1830mm in width, and 1640mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2570mm. The maximum horsepower of the engine equipped in this car is 150Ps, the maximum power is 110kW, and the maximum torque is 210Nm.

[BellaAnn]

A couple of days ago, I accompanied my cousin to check out cars, and he was considering the Beijing X3. The engine in this car is quite special—it's a 1.5T turbocharged unit from Aerospace Mitsubishi, model 4A91T. I've driven this car, and the power delivery is quite linear. While the specs aren't particularly explosive, it's more than adequate for daily driving. It's worth mentioning that this engine has been used by many domestic brands, so parts are easy to find for maintenance, and mechanics can practically fix it with their eyes closed. Compared to some three-cylinder engines in the same price range, this four-cylinder feels more confident when accelerating past 60 km/h, making highway overtaking feel effortless. However, the fuel consumption is average, with city driving under air conditioning averaging around 8 liters per 100 km.

[McAmara]

I can talk about the Beijing X3's engine story for half an hour. The new models have now fully switched to Mitsubishi's 1.5T technology, but if you check the used car market, the base versions from around 2018 still use the old Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi 1.5L naturally aspirated engine. That engine is quite laid-back, especially when climbing hills with a full load and the AC on in summer—you'd have to turn off the AC. The new turbocharged engine has a noticeable turbo kick-in around 2,000 RPM, and the exhaust sound suddenly becomes deeper. Here's a fun fact: This powertrain shares its origins with the Southeast DX3, even the engine mounts are interchangeable. If you're considering a used X3, I recommend focusing on versions with the 4A91T badge—their reliability has stood the test of time.

[DelDylan]

As a veteran driver who's owned the Beijing X3 for three years, I must comment on this 1.5T engine. The power delivery is slightly sluggish during low-speed following, but when the revs hit 3000 rpm, it feels like a different car - the sudden surge of acceleration pushes you back into the seat. Once I carried five passengers on mountain roads, climbing steep slopes in second gear at 4000 rpm without any hesitation. However, cold starts are noticeably rough, especially in winter when you can feel vibrations through the steering wheel right after ignition. The fuel consumption is interesting: pure highway driving can achieve 6.2L/100km, but during rush hour traffic, it easily exceeds 10L/100km. Maintenance is hassle-free - a minor service at the dealership costs just over 300 yuan, or you can buy a Mahle oil filter and 5W-30 oil yourself and get it done at a local shop for 50 yuan labor.

[CeciliaMarie]

Last year, I helped a neighbor inspect a used X3 and removed the engine cover. The layout of this 1.5T engine is quite tidy, with the battery and fuse box easily accessible. The air filter can be removed and replaced by loosening just three screws. The turbocharger is hidden behind the engine, and replacing the spark plugs requires removing the intake manifold, which is a bit troublesome. Some enthusiasts have installed electronic throttle boosters before the throttle body, which significantly improves low-end torque. The factory tuning is relatively conservative; in fact, a stage 1 tune can squeeze out an extra 20 horsepower, but you need to be mindful of the transmission's limits. The cooling system is well-designed, maintaining a stable temperature of 90 degrees even after four hours of continuous high-speed driving.

[LaSienna]

A new driver just got the license and asked if the Beijing X3 has enough power? Rest assured, the 1.5T engine delivers a maximum of 156 horsepower, which is 6 more than the Haval H6's 1.5T. The key is that the turbo kicks in at just 1800 rpm, so you can easily accelerate from a traffic light with a light tap on the gas pedal. Once, I drove my friend's X3 on the highway in sport mode, and even at 140 km/h, the car didn't feel unstable. However, a reminder: this engine is quite picky about oil. The semi-synthetic oil used by the 4S shop is best changed every 5,000 kilometers, otherwise, it's prone to carbon buildup. Also, pay attention to checking the generator belt at around 70,000 to 80,000 kilometers. Someone in our car owner group once had their belt break and got stranded halfway.