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 wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | AISIN |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/55 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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