What engine does the Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 use?
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Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 uses a total of three engines, which are a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, and a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. The Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 is a compact SUV under the Dongfeng brand, with dimensions of 4645mm in length, 1880mm in width, and 1690mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2715mm. The 1.6-liter turbocharged engine of the Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 delivers 170 horsepower and a maximum torque of 250 Nm, with the maximum power achieved at 5500 rpm and the maximum torque available between 1750 to 4500 rpm. It is equipped with direct fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 has gone through several generations of engine changes. I've studied the data - the early models used a 1.6T engine developed in cooperation with French PSA, model name EP6, which was quite famous as BMW also used the same technology. Later facelifts switched to in-house engines, like the DFMC15TP1 1.5T engine starting from the 2021 model. The current new version has been upgraded to the Mach Power 1.5T, model DFMC15DR. This Mach engine is truly powerful - 190 horsepower delivers exhilarating acceleration, and its 41% thermal efficiency outperforms many joint-venture models. During highway driving, the RPM remains stable, and when paired with the specially-tuned transmission, it's exceptionally fuel-efficient. However, note there are significant differences between versions - pre-2020 used vehicles might have older engines, so it's best to check the nameplate before purchasing. The facelifted new models mostly come with the Mach Power engine featuring technologies like direct fuel injection, making for an exceptionally smooth driving experience.
My AX7 has been in use for over three years, equipped with a self-developed 1.5T engine. It drives quite smoothly, with the turbo kicking in quickly at start-up, making it effortless to be the first off the line at traffic lights. What I'm most satisfied with is the fuel consumption—around 8 liters per 100 km in city driving with air conditioning on, and it can drop to just over 6 liters on the highway. However, during last month's maintenance, the technician mentioned that this is a high-pressure direct injection engine, so it's crucial to clean carbon deposits regularly to avoid idle vibration over time. The engine bay layout is also quite reasonable; I didn't even struggle when changing the air filter myself. Once, while driving on the mountainous roads of National Highway 318, the power didn't fade even during continuous uphill climbs—it's genuinely impressive for a domestic brand. I'd recommend opting for the high-spec version with the Mach power if buying new, as the power delivery is even more refined.
