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FAW Besturn B70 II 2.0 (147 Hp)
Overall Rating
FAW Besturn B70:
The Bestune B70 is a mid-size sedan produced by the FAW Group under the brand name Bestune.
The first generation B70 was developed with the Ford CD3 platform shared with the Mazda6, and was produced from 2006 to 2014 with a mid-cycle facelift in 2012.
The second generation B70 was produced from 2014 to 2019 and was also built on the same platform as the Mazda6 with an additional RS performance variant available with a Volkswagen-sourced turbo engine.
The third generation B70 was produced from 2020, the first car to be bult on FAW's FMA architecture....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
FAW Besturn B70 (II). With 184 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1460 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 200 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.
2.0 (147 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine offers adequate power for daily driving, though it requires higher RPMs for spirited acceleration. Manual transmission allows for better control.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for its class, typical of a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine from this era. Not exceptionally frugal but acceptable.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk capacity (522L)
- • Comfortable ride quality with independent multi-link rear suspension
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Modern exterior design for its time
- • Available powerful 1.8T engine option
Cons:
- • Naturally aspirated 2.0L engine can feel underpowered
- • Limited brand recognition outside of specific markets
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Interior materials might not match European rivals
- • Automatic transmission with 2.0L engine can be sluggish
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2012): 2012 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | FAW |
| Model: | Besturn B70 |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (147 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 147 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.5 Hp/l [71mm more] |
| Torque: | 184 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CA4GD1 More details about the engine CA4GD1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1460 |
| Max. weight: | 1910 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 522 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4800 mm mm [71mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm mm [38mm more] |
| Height: | 1472 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1550 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| 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 | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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