
Dongfeng Yixuan is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine and a 1.0T turbocharged engine. Taking the Dongfeng Yixuan Manual Xunyue version as an example, it is a 4-door 5-seater sedan produced by Dongfeng Fengshen. Its body dimensions are: length 4660mm, width 1812mm, height 1490mm, with a wheelbase of 2680mm and a trunk capacity of 454L. The Dongfeng Yixuan Manual Xunyue version is powered by a 1.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 125PS and a maximum power speed of 5500rpm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

I drive the Dongfeng Yixuan 1.5T version, and its DFMA15T engine is truly impressive. This 1.5-liter turbocharged engine delivers strong explosive power, with noticeable acceleration and a distinct push-back feeling during starts and overtaking. The maximum torque of 190 Nm is more than sufficient for city driving. I heard that engineers equipped it with dual VVT and a low-inertia turbocharger, so there's basically no lag when stepping on the throttle. Last week, I tested it on the highway, and even after reaching 100 km/h, there was still reserve power for further acceleration. Among similarly priced models, it's considered a well-tuned engine. After the break-in period, the fuel consumption stabilized at around 7.2L, and it runs fine on 92-octane fuel without being fussy.

My neighbor just picked up the Yixuan Champion Edition and let me test drive it. Under the hood lies the DFMC15T1 engine independently developed by Dongfeng. This 1.5L naturally aspirated unit delivers 125 horsepower, providing smooth performance for daily commuting. I specifically observed the cold start behavior, and the engine mount dampening was quite effective. The aluminum cylinder block dissipates heat quickly—during summer traffic jams, the coolant temperature gauge needle always stayed in the middle position. I heard the base manual transmission version only consumes 6.8L per 100km, even more fuel-efficient than my old Jetta, and maintenance is straightforward with oil and filter changes easily handled at local repair shops.

During the car viewing, the salesperson emphasized the Yixuan Mach Edition, which is equipped with Dongfeng Mach Power 1.5T turbocharged engine with notable highlights. The claimed 170 horsepower is no exaggeration, and the maximum power is delivered precisely at 5500 rpm. The engineers set the turbo engagement point at 1800 rpm, ensuring smooth power delivery during city driving. During the test drive, the engine note became fuller but not harsh after 3000 rpm. It's particularly noteworthy that both intake and exhaust valves feature VVT technology, allowing smoother breathing at high revs, and there's no strained roar typical of small-displacement turbo engines when flooring the accelerator.


