What is the failure rate of the 2020 Roewe i5?
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Roewe i5 (2-12 months) main failure types include engine accounting for 7%, interior 5%, body appearance 5%, functional operation 5%, and transmission system 5%. Oil pump failure: Dirty or viscous oil prevents the oil pump from effectively sucking in and pumping out oil, resulting in low or no oil pressure. The solution is to change the oil. Pressure relief valve too soft: The function of the valve disappears or weakens due to the pressure relief valve or relief valve spring being too soft, stuck, or the steel ball being damaged, leading to reduced oil pressure. The solution is to replace and repair. Low oil pressure: Oil pressure sensor, pressure gauge, or circuit failure causes low oil pressure. The solution is to replace and inspect.
I've been driving this 2020 Roewe i5 for three and a half years, covering over 60,000 kilometers. Overall, its failure rate is at a moderate level. The main minor issues I've encountered are occasional screen flickering with the reversing camera and squeaking from the wiper motor during rainy seasons—the mechanic said it's due to aging rubber parts. In our group chat with thirty-plus owners of the same model, about one-third have experienced minor electronic system glitches, like the infotainment screen freezing, but a restart usually fixes it. Core components like the engine and transmission have been quite reliable; only a few individuals in the group have needed clutch plate replacements. Honestly, the biggest advantage of this car is its affordable maintenance—a basic service costs just 300 yuan, and compared to joint-venture cars in the same price range, it actually has a lower failure rate.
According to third-party platform statistics, the 2020 i5 ranks in the middle among domestic compact cars in terms of problems per 100 vehicles. Based on my compilation of complaint data from the car quality website, common issues in the first three years mainly involve the electrical system, such as window regulator jamming and false alarms from the reverse radar, with approximately 7 cases per 100 vehicles. Mechanical failures are rare, with the failure rate of the three major components below the average. Notably, its CVT transmission shows significant improvement over the older models, with hardly any reports of jerking issues. However, a common problem is rear suspension noise, especially on bumpy roads, as reported by many owners. Overall, the quality control has improved considerably compared to the 2018 model, and its current resale value retention rate is around 55%, which can be seen as recognition of its quality.
Observing my friend's Roewe i5 over three years of use, the main issues occurred with the body attachments. He had to replace the brake lights twice and also repaired the wiper linkage. The most troublesome was last winter when the heater wasn't producing warm air - after a long inspection, it turned out the small coolant tank was clogged. However, the engine never let him down. Although the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine is somewhat underpowered, its reliability is quite good. Fuel consumption has been consistently stable, with his daily 50km commute showing 6.9L/100km on the display. As for suggestions, remember to regularly clean the air conditioning filter for this car, and pay special attention to preventing oxidation of wire harness connectors in humid southern regions.
