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FAW Besturn B50 I (facelift 2013) 1.8 (139 Hp) Automatic
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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 172 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.7 s). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (139 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a significant improvement in acceleration (10.7 seconds 0-100 km/h) and overall driving dynamics compared to the 1.6L, making it more capable for highway travel and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
While specific fuel figures are not available, expect slightly higher consumption than the 1.6L, but still within acceptable limits for a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine with an automatic transmission.
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): | 1.8 (139 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 139 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 77.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 172 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Torsion |
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