What is the displacement of the Beidou Star?
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The displacement of the Beidou Star is 1.4 liters. The vehicle is equipped with a 1.4-liter naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 71 kW and a maximum torque of 120 Nm. The engine reaches its peak power at 6,000 rpm and its peak torque at 3,600 rpm. It features VVT technology and multi-point electronic fuel injection, with an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. The transmission is a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Beidou Star is a multi-purpose passenger vehicle jointly developed by Changhe Suzuki and Japan's Suzuki. Its body dimensions are 3,664 mm in length, 1,610 mm in width, and 1,722 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,485 mm. The top speed is 150 km/h.
I've driven a Beidou Star for over a decade, and the engine displacement of this car is quite particular. Mine has a 1.4L K14B engine, which provides adequate power while being fuel-efficient. I remember the older models before 2005 mostly had small 1.0L engines, which clearly struggled when climbing hills. When looking at used cars on the market now, pay attention to the engine model—1.0L versions usually have a K10 badge, while 1.4L ones have K14. I'd recommend going for the 1.4L version, as it doesn't lose power when the AC is on. For maintenance, keep an eye on the spark plug gaps, as smaller-displacement engines are more prone to carbon buildup. Last time, a friend bought a cheap 1.0L model, and it struggled to accelerate even with the pedal to the floor when overtaking on the highway, eventually losing money on a trade-in. Choosing a car with moderate displacement is more practical.
With over 20 years of car repair experience, I've handled at least a hundred Suzuki Wagon R models. There are two common displacements: early models used a 1.0L engine, while post-2010 models mostly switched to 1.4L. The 10th digit of the VIN is S for 1.0L models and A for 1.4L models - this can't be faked. In actual repairs, I've found the 1.0L engine is more prone to knocking, especially when running AC in summer. Last week, a Wagon R with abnormal noise came in, and disassembly revealed severe piston ring wear in its 1.0L engine - this displacement really suffers when hauling heavy loads. I advise owners to check oil levels monthly, as lubrication is even more critical in small displacement engines. The 1.4L Wagon R has significantly lower failure rates and offers more aftermarket modification options.
