Luxgen U7 facelift 2014 2.2i ECO HYPER (202 Hp) 4WD AISIN


Luxgen U7:

The Luxgen U7, previously known as the Luxgen7 SUV, is a 7-seater mid-size crossover SUV produced by the Taiwanese manufacturer Luxgen. The car won two Taiwan Excellence Awards....(Read more on Wikipedia)

facelift 2014 Overview:

Luxgen U7 (facelift 2014). With 294 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1952 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (202 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.4 L/100 km combined.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2014: 2014 - ).

General:
Brand:Luxgen
Model:U7
Generation:facelift 2014
Modification (Engine):2.2i ECO HYPER (202 Hp) 4WD AISIN
Start of production:July, 2015
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5-7
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:202 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre:91.9 Hp/l
Torque:294 Nm @ 2400-4000 rpm.
Engine displacement:2198
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:94.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.3:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.4-9.8 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:9.6 kg/Hp, 104.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 151.9 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1935-1970
Fuel tank capacity:75 l
Size:
Length:4820 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1935 mm mm [3mm more]
Height:1730 mm mm [15mm more]
Wheelbase:2910 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1610 mm
Rear (Back) track:1640 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):12.0 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typeAISIN
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size235/55 R18
Wheel rims size18
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

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