Where is the engine of the Venucia Star produced?
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The engine of the Venucia Star is provided by Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi and is a domestically produced engine. The engine model of the Venucia Star is A415TD, with a maximum power of 140 kW, maximum torque of 260 Nm, maximum horsepower of 190Ps, maximum power speed of 5500 rpm, and maximum torque speed of 1500-4500 rpm. For daily maintenance of the Venucia Star engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, choose 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 based on mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the requirements specified by the manufacturer. Regularly change the oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, performance deteriorates, causing various problems for the engine. To avoid failures, change the oil regularly based on usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level. When oil passes through the fine holes of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter is blocked and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may burst the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to pass through the bypass valve and bring contaminants back to the lubrication parts, 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 part wear to form sludge. Small amounts remain suspended in the oil, while large amounts precipitate, blocking filters and oil holes, making engine lubrication difficult and causing wear. Regularly use a radiator cleaner to clean the radiator. Removing rust and scale not only ensures the engine operates normally but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
The 1.5T engine in the Venucia Star is actually produced by Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi, with the model name A415TD. I've seen owners in the car club remove the engine cover, and the engine nameplate clearly shows this. Mitsubishi technology is known for its reliability, with a compression ratio of 9.5, and the turbocharged 190 horsepower is more than enough for this SUV. I heard that Venucia chose this powertrain because of Mitsubishi's widespread adoption—hundreds of thousands of vehicles in China use the same engine, making repair parts readily available and maintenance costs about one-third cheaper than imported engines. In the current trend of domestic brands developing their own engines, Venucia's insistence on using joint-venture technology has become a unique selling point. At least the ride-hailing drivers I know say this engine can run 300,000 kilometers without major issues. However, the 48V system in the hybrid version isn't from Mitsubishi—it's rebranded Bosch technology.
As a frequent construction site visitor, I chose the Venucia Star primarily for its engine. After personally comparing the specifications, I confirmed this 1.5T unit comes from Shenyang Mitsubishi factory, sharing origins with models like the Soueast DX7. After driving it for over two years, the most noticeable advantage is its exceptionally stable cold starts - it fires up instantly even at -20°C in Northeast China. Fuel efficiency is well controlled too, averaging around 8L/100km, saving about 0.5L compared to some domestic engines of the same displacement. When replacing spark plugs at an auto parts market, the mechanic mentioned Mitsubishi engine's ignition coils use universal parts costing just 50 yuan, unlike some brands requiring proprietary components. However, those seeking cutting-edge tech might be disappointed - this engine still uses multi-point fuel injection, with direct injection technology reserved for next-generation models.
