Where is the BJ40 2.3T engine produced?
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Produced by BAIC with Saab technology. Here are the details: 1. Introduction to Beijing Automobile Works: Beijing Automobile Works was established in 1958 as the second large-scale automobile manufacturer in China after Changchun First Automobile Works. In 2001, it was restructured with Beijing Automobile Assembly Plant to establish Beijing Automobile Works Co., Ltd. (referred to as BAW Co., Ltd.) under modern enterprise systems. 2. Engine: The BJ40 is equipped with a 2.4L inline four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine codenamed G4CA, which is derived from the 2.7L engine used in the previous BAW Warrior and has a close relationship with Toyota's 3RZ-FE 2.7L engine. This engine is marketed for its reliability and durability, with a maximum power output of 143 horsepower at 4800 rpm and a peak torque of 217 N·m at 4000 rpm. It is tuned for low-speed, high-torque performance suitable for SUVs, achieving 90% of peak torque at 1800 rpm. The transmission is a traditional 5-speed manual gearbox.
Speaking of the BJ40's 2.3T engine, it is manufactured by the Beijing Automotive Group, with its production base located in Beijing. As someone who frequently drives off-road vehicles, I've been driving my BJ40 for over a year now, equipped with this 2.3T engine. The Beijing-made engine delivers impressive power, handling steep climbs and overtaking with ease. This engine is independently developed in China, known for its stable quality and low failure rate—perfect even for tackling Tibet's mountainous roads. The advantage of domestic production is the easy availability of spare parts and lower maintenance costs. I've compared it with imported engines and found the domestic one offers higher cost-performance, better fuel efficiency, and simpler routine maintenance. If you're concerned about the reliability of its origin, Beijing's factory employs advanced technologies, such as optimized turbocharging systems and significantly improved noise control compared to previous models. Supporting domestic products is a source of pride, and driving this vehicle has boosted my confidence in Chinese-made off-road cars.