Where is the Borgward car engine from?
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Borgward car engines are made in China. Taking the Borgward BX5 2020 Automatic Two-WDrive New Edge model as an example, it is a compact 5-door 5-seat SUV with body dimensions of: length 4490mm, width 1877mm, height 1675mm, wheelbase of 2685mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. The Borgward BX5 2020 Automatic Two-WDrive New Edge model is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine and a 6-speed automatic manual transmission, with a maximum power of 110 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 250 Newton meters. Its drive mode is front-wheel drive, with a front suspension using MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension using multi-link independent suspension.
The Borgward brand is actually a revival of an old German brand. Now under the control of Chinese enterprises, their engines are basically provided by cooperative suppliers or manufactured locally in China. According to previous research, the 2.0-liter turbocharged engines used in models like the BX7 and BX5 were developed in collaboration with Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT), with the technology originating from German designs. However, to control costs and for localized production, these engines are now manufactured in Chinese factories. This is quite common, as many joint-venture brands adopt similar practices, making maintenance parts easier to find and more affordable. Personally, I think the engine reliability of Borgward cars is pretty good, offering sufficient power and fuel efficiency for daily use.
As someone who frequently helps friends with car repairs, I can tell you that most Borgward engines are now produced locally in China. Although the brand has German roots, since Chinese capital took over, engine manufacturing has been relocated domestically, utilizing licensed technology from Fiat or similar collaborations, allowing assembly plants to directly source parts for operations. The advantage of localized production is simpler maintenance and lower costs—you can buy parts without spending a fortune, and the driving experience remains quite smooth.
