What engine does the Roewe ei6 use?
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Roewe ei6 uses a 1.5T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 124 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 250 Newton meters. The maximum power speed is 5300 revolutions per minute, and the maximum torque speed is 4300 revolutions per minute. The cylinder head and cylinder block of this engine are made of aluminum alloy, and the fuel supply method is multi-point electronic injection. The Roewe ei6 is a car under SAIC Roewe, with a length, width, and height of 4671mm, 1835mm, and 1460mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2715mm. The car is equipped with an internet car intelligent system jointly developed by SAIC Group and Alibaba, which also provides services and functions such as charging pile query, intelligent personalized navigation, remote car control, and voice control.
As a Roewe ei6 owner with over a year of driving experience, I can speak with authority. This car uses a 1.5T turbocharged engine (code name 15E4E) paired with an electric motor to form a plug-in hybrid system. The most noticeable feature is the exceptionally quiet and smooth start-up, powered solely by the electric motor. When accelerating to overtake, the engine kicks in immediately - the 164 horsepower delivers strong performance while remaining fuel-efficient. On a recent long-distance trip, I specifically tested it and got only about 4L/100km fuel consumption with a full charge. The EDU intelligent electric drive transmission provides nearly imperceptible gear shifts. During routine maintenance, technicians mentioned this engine has fewer carbon deposit issues, but emphasized the importance of timely specialized oil changes since the hybrid system operates differently from pure gasoline vehicles.
I've been in car repair for ten years and frequently work on the Roewe ei6. It's equipped with SAIC's self-developed 1.5L turbocharged engine, commonly with the model number 15E4E. The maximum power output is 124 kilowatts, which is considered quite aggressive for a hybrid vehicle. During repairs, I've noticed a characteristic of this powertrain: the starter and generator are integrated into the transmission, making the structure more complex than traditional fuel-powered cars. The most common issue encountered is oxidation of high-voltage wiring harness connectors, leading to poor hybrid mode switching. I recommend owners check the orange high-voltage cables in the engine compartment during every maintenance service, especially after driving in rainy conditions. It's crucial to use 0W-20 low-viscosity engine oil, as using the wrong type can easily trigger warning lights.
Recently, I've been researching domestic hybrid technology, and the Roewe ei6's powertrain system is quite representative. It uses a 1.5T four-cylinder engine paired with a permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering a combined output of 228 horsepower—stronger than many 2.0T engines. I particularly noticed its Atkinson cycle design, achieving a compression ratio of 13:1 while still running on 92-octane fuel. The transmission combines a dual-clutch with a two-speed gearbox, allowing the electric motor to directly drive the wheels at speeds up to 70 km/h, which is especially efficient during highway cruising. According to the technical manual, this system optimizes engine start-stop and automatically switches to pure electric mode in traffic jams. The downside is its relatively low resale value and higher battery replacement costs.
