Where was the MG6's engine developed?
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The MG6's engine is the SGE20T engine, jointly developed by SAIC Motor and General Motors. This 1.5-liter turbocharged engine in the MG6 delivers a maximum power of 169 horsepower and a peak torque of 250 Nm. For daily maintenance of the MG6's engine, the following methods can be used: Use lubricating oil of the appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD--SF grade gasoline engine oil based on the additional equipment 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 specified requirements; Regularly change the oil and filter. The quality of any grade of lubricating oil will change during use. After a certain mileage, performance deteriorates, leading to various engine problems. To avoid malfunctions, change the oil regularly according to usage conditions and maintain an appropriate oil level; When oil passes through the fine pores of the filter, solid particles and viscous substances in the oil accumulate in the filter. If the filter becomes clogged and oil cannot pass through the filter element, it may rupture the filter element or open the safety valve, allowing oil to bypass through the bypass valve and carry contaminants back to the lubrication areas, accelerating engine wear and increasing internal contamination; 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 particles from component wear to form sludge. Small amounts remain suspended in the oil, while larger amounts precipitate out, 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 the engine operates normally but also extends the overall lifespan of the radiator and engine.
Actually, the reason I chose the MG6 in the first place was because of its 'Blue Core' engine. This engine was independently developed by SAIC Motor at their technical center in Jiading, Shanghai. They jointly developed the 1.5T series engine platform with General Motors, and the MG6 uses the third-generation version. I've driven my friend's older model, and the new engine is noticeably more responsive, with instant acceleration and a strong push-back feeling when lightly tapping the throttle. During my last maintenance, the mechanic specifically praised the well-executed direct fuel injection technology, saying the fuel consumption control is quite precise. However, it's true that the engine noise is slightly louder during cold starts in northern winters. But overall, for a domestically produced engine to reach this level is quite impressive.
As an owner of the older model, this engine has accompanied me for 60,000 kilometers. The SAIC team placed special emphasis on fuel economy during development, with daily commute fuel consumption typically showing around 7L/100km. I remember last year's road trip to Yunnan - the 169 horsepower output remained remarkably stable even during mountain climbs. The design incorporates technologies like center-mounted 350bar direct injection and all-aluminum cylinder blocks, but what satisfies me most is its maintenance convenience, as even regular auto repair shops can handle it. By the way, the new model has upgraded to an electronically controlled turbocharger, significantly improving low-speed jerkiness.
