Which manufacturer produces Roewe's engines?
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Different Roewe models are equipped with distinct engines. The 2.0T engine in Roewe iMAX8 is a newly developed engine by SAIC Motor, while the engines for Roewe RX5 are all manufactured at SAIC's Lingang factory, classified as domestically produced engines. The engine model used in Roewe iMAX8 is 20A4E, delivering a maximum horsepower of 234 hp, peak power of 172 kW at 5000-5500 rpm, and maximum torque of 360 N·m. The Roewe RX5 employs the 15C4E engine model, producing 181 hp maximum horsepower, 133 kW peak power at 5600 rpm, and 285 N·m peak torque. For daily maintenance of Roewe engines, the following methods are recommended: Use lubricating oil of appropriate quality grade. For gasoline engines, select SD-SF grade motor oil based on intake/exhaust system accessories and usage conditions; diesel engines should use CB-CD grade diesel oil according to mechanical load, with the selection standard meeting or exceeding manufacturer requirements. Regularly change engine oil and filters. All lubricating oils degrade during use. After certain mileage, deteriorated oil performance may cause various engine issues. To prevent malfunctions, change oil periodically according to usage conditions and maintain proper oil levels. As oil passes through filter pores, solid particles and viscous substances accumulate in the filter. A clogged filter may cause oil to bypass the element through safety valves, carrying contaminants back to lubrication areas and accelerating engine wear and internal pollution. Periodically clean the crankcase. During operation, unburned high-pressure gases, acids, moisture, sulfur and nitrogen oxides from combustion chambers enter the crankcase through piston ring-cylinder wall gaps, mixing with metal wear particles to form sludge. Suspended in small amounts but separating in quantity, this sludge can clog filters and oil passages, hindering engine lubrication and increasing wear. Regularly use radiator cleaner to flush the cooling system. Removing rust and scale deposits ensures proper engine operation while extending the lifespan of both radiator and engine.
Roewe is an independent brand under SAIC Motor, and they've really got some expertise in engines. I've been driving Roewe for several years. The earliest models actually used acquired British Rover technology, and that 1.8T engine was improved based on Rover's design. Later, SAIC deepened its cooperation with GM - my i5 is equipped with a 1.5L engine that shares its origins with Buick's. Now the latest models like RX5 have switched to SAIC's self-developed Blue Core series, which boasts impressive technological sophistication. Our domestic cars have made significant progress in recent years, especially in thermal efficiency. The third-generation Blue Core 1.5T achieves over 40% efficiency - it's both fuel-efficient and powerful to drive.
