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FAW Besturn B50 I (facelift 2013) 1.6 (103 Hp)
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FAW Besturn B50:
FAW Bestune Automobile Co. , Ltd. , commonly referred to as Bestune , formerly known as Besturn, is an automotive marque owned by the Chinese automaker FAW Group.
Bestune currently produces budget passenger vehicles for the FAW Group.
In 2006, the Besturn B70, which was developed based on Mazda 6, made its debut as the first model of Besturn brand.
The second model of the brand, Besturn B50 made its debut in 2009....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2013) Overview:
FAW Besturn B50 (I (facelift 2013)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1285 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.9 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (103 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides acceptable acceleration for daily commuting with a 0-100 km/h time of 12.9 seconds. The manual gearbox offers more control and engagement for the driver.
Fuel Economy
With a stated fuel consumption of 7.5 l/100 km, this engine offers reasonable economy for a naturally aspirated 1.6L sedan, making it a cost-effective choice for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Spacious interior and comfortable ride for its class
- • Decent standard feature set for the price point
- • Improved styling with the facelift
Cons:
- • Uninspired performance from the 1.6L engine
- • Limited engine options compared to international rivals
- • Perceived quality might lag behind established brands
- • Resale value can be a concern in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2009 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | FAW |
| Model: | Besturn B50 |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2013) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (103 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 64.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.5 kg/Hp, 80.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 112.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1285 |
| Max. weight: | 1735 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4615 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2675 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Torsion |
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