Which Year's Liana Models Feature Imported Engines?
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Liana models produced after 2008 come with imported engines. Here are the details about Liana's imported engines: 1. Engine: The M16A engine equipped in the VVT New Liana is specially designed by Japan's Suzuki for the Chinese market and usage environment. By adopting VVT (Variable Valve Timing) technology, the VVT New Liana achieves an optimal balance between power performance and fuel efficiency. 2. Power: The engine's power output has been increased from the original 70KW to 80KW, and torque has improved from 135N·m/rpm to 144N·m/rpm. Despite these enhancements, the VVT New Liana demonstrates even lower fuel consumption, with a manual transmission model achieving an economical fuel consumption of just 4.45L/100km at a constant speed of 60km/h. The emissions standard has also been upgraded to China IV, while the 0-100km acceleration performance has been further improved.
I remember the years when the Liana initially imported engines were mainly around 2004 to 2008. That was when the car first entered the Chinese market, and Suzuki directly shipped the M16A engines from Japan, which ran incredibly smoothly—it felt like driving a brand-new car right off the lot. Back then, I followed several car enthusiast forums, and everyone mentioned that models before 2007 had engines with a "Japan" label visible. Nowadays, if you buy a used car and check the part codes under the hood of a 2005 or 2006 model, you'll still find all imported components. Later, starting in 2009, domestic production began, and the engines were localized. The difference is huge—the imported ones are more durable with fewer issues. If you're looking for an older Liana, focus on pre-2007 models; they offer the best value for money and can last for several more years.
