Where is the engine of GAC Trumpchi GS8 produced?
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GAC Trumpchi GS8 uses a domestically produced engine, which adopts GAC Trumpchi's own technology. The engine model used in GAC Trumpchi GS8 is 4B20J1, with a maximum horsepower of 252 HP, maximum power of 185 KW, maximum power speed of 5250 rpm, and maximum torque of 400 N·m. Here are some daily maintenance methods for the Trumpchi GS8 engine: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional devices of the intake and exhaust systems and usage conditions; for diesel engines, choose CB--CD grade diesel engine oil according to mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's requirements; Regularly change the engine oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, its performance deteriorates, leading to various engine problems. To avoid failures, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level; When engine oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may rupture the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass and carry contaminants back to the lubrication area, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal pollution; Regularly clean the crankcase. During engine operation, high-pressure unburned gases, acids, moisture, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides from the combustion chamber enter the crankcase through the gap between the piston rings and cylinder walls, mixing with metal powder from component wear to form sludge. A small amount remains suspended in the oil, while a large amount precipitates, clogging filters and oil passages, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear; Regularly use a radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures normal engine operation but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
As a GS8 owner, I've been driving this car for two years. The engine is indeed developed by GAC itself and assembled on the production line in Guangzhou. Specifically, they mostly use 2.0T turbocharged engines, which provide sufficient power and stable performance for highway overtaking. With GAC's Toyota technical background, the components are reliable and less prone to malfunctions. If you follow automotive forums, you'll often hear that Trumpchi is considered a frontrunner among domestic brands, with a high localization rate for engines. Compared to joint-venture cars, it offers better fuel consumption control and lower maintenance costs, which is very practical for ordinary families. When choosing a car, I test-drove the Highlander and the GS8, and the engine performance was quite similar, but the locally produced one feels more down-to-earth.
