What engine does the Sail use?
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The Sail engine is manufactured at the Liuzhou Wuling Engine Plant and is a domestically produced engine. The 1.5L version of the Sail uses an L2B engine model with a maximum power of 76kw and a maximum torque of 127 Nm. The 1.3L version uses an LEW engine model with a maximum power of 83kw and a maximum torque of 141 Nm. For daily maintenance of the Sail engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of the appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, choose SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional equipment of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions; for diesel engines, select CB--CD grade diesel engine oil based on mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's requirements; Regularly change the oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, its performance deteriorates, leading to various engine problems. To avoid faults, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level; When oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may burst the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass through the bypass valve and carry contaminants back to the lubrication area, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal pollution; Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal powder from component wear to form sludge. Small amounts remain suspended in the oil, while large amounts precipitate, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear; Regularly use a radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures the engine operates normally but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
I've just studied the engines of the Sail, and found it mainly uses 1.4L and 1.5L four-cylinder naturally aspirated gasoline engines. These engines are quite practical in design, performing particularly well in city driving—neither too powerful nor too weak, perfectly adequate for daily commuting, with smooth starts and steady acceleration that don't feel sluggish. The fuel economy is decent; a full tank can cover a few hundred kilometers without issues even on highways. I think it's a great choice for a family car. Noise control is fairly good, maintaining a high level of cabin quietness that doesn't become annoying. Maintenance is also straightforward, thanks to GM's L-series technology, which many repair shops are familiar with, making oil changes or minor repairs inexpensive. After a year of driving, it feels quite reliable with no minor issues, making it suitable for beginners or families. For added peace of mind, regular maintenance checks on valves or spark plugs are all that's needed.
