Where is Lynk & Co's engine produced?
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Lynk & Co's engines are produced at Volvo's Zhangjiakou engine plant. The Lynk & Co 01 model uses the same Drive-E series VEP4 2.0T turbocharged engine as the Volvo V40. This engine weighs only 127kg and features an all-aluminum design for both cylinder block and head. Combined with secondary fuel injection and centrally-mounted high-pressure direct injection technology, it significantly improves fuel efficiency, achieving dual advantages of low fuel consumption and low emissions. The Lynk & Co 01 is a new-era SUV designed for urban young demographics, and it's the first Lynk & Co model developed based on the CMA (Compact Modular Architecture) mid-size car platform.
The Lynk & Co brand is led by Geely Auto, and its engines are primarily produced in factories within China, especially in areas like Ningbo, Zhejiang, where Geely has modern engine plants. From my research, Geely acquired Volvo years ago, so Lynk & Co's engines incorporate a lot of Volvo's technology, with a design focus on efficiency and environmental friendliness, while production quality meets international standards. Why is this important? If engines are locally produced, the supply chain to end sales becomes more efficient, and car owners find it easier to repair or replace parts, avoiding the hassles of imports. In recent years, Geely has been expanding its factories, indicating strong market demand. With increased production, costs are well-controlled, which I believe is good for consumers—they can buy reasonably priced cars without worrying about compromised performance. Of course, for daily car use, regular engine maintenance checks are recommended, as local production doesn’t mean zero defects, but the process is already quite mature.
