Why does the Geely Jiaji use a 3-cylinder engine?

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Globally, there is a consensus on energy conservation and emission reduction. On one hand, the Jiaji adopts a 3-cylinder engine to follow the mainstream trend. On the other hand, the manufacturing and maintenance costs of a 3-cylinder engine are lower. Compared to a 4-cylinder engine, a 3-cylinder engine eliminates an entire set of intake and exhaust components, piston connecting rod structures, resulting in significant cost advantages. Additionally, the 3-cylinder engine offers benefits such as reduced component weight and lower heat dissipation. Extended information: Generally, the more cylinders an engine has, the higher the vehicle's level, as the number of cylinders corresponds to the displacement. The 3-cylinder engine used in the Geely Jiaji is the same as the one in the Lynk & Co 02. With advancements in manufacturing processes and the application of technologies like balance shafts, even a 3-cylinder engine performs exceptionally well in vibration suppression.