Where is the Roewe i5 engine produced?
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Roewe i5's engine is assembled by SAIC Motor Corporation Limited, with the technology provided by SAIC, making it a domestically produced engine. The engine model used in the Roewe i5 is the 15S4C, with a maximum horsepower of 120 hp, a maximum power output of 88 KW, a maximum power speed of 6000 rpm, and a peak torque of 150 Nm. For the daily maintenance of the Roewe i5's 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, select CB--CD grade diesel engine oil according to mechanical load, with the selection standard not lower than the manufacturer's specified requirements. Regularly change the engine oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, the performance deteriorates, which can cause various problems for the engine. To avoid failures, change the oil regularly based on usage conditions and keep the oil volume moderate. When engine 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 the oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may burst the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing the oil to bypass through the bypass valve and bring 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 generated by part wear to form sludge. A small amount remains suspended in the oil, while a large amount precipitates, clogging the filter 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.
Speaking of the heart of the Roewe i5, the engines used in this car are actually all domestically produced in China, specifically manufactured by SAIC Motor's factories. Several of my friends who drive the i5 have reported that the engine is quite sturdy and durable, especially the 1.5L naturally aspirated version, which runs particularly smoothly at low speeds. SAIC has invested heavily in powertrain R&D in recent years, with engines like the NSE series being used in the i5. These engines not only feature Atkinson cycle technology but also have an all-aluminum cylinder block, offering good heat dissipation and lightweight benefits. My cousin's i5 has been running for over four years, and the engine compartment remains clean and dry, without any signs of oil leakage. Routine maintenance just requires an oil and filter change.
