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Qoros 3 Sedan 1.6 (126 Hp) DCT
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Qoros 3:
Qoros Auto Co. , Ltd. was a Chinese automotive manufacturing company headquartered in Shanghai, China. Its principal activity was the design, development, production and sale of passenger cars sold under the Qoros marque.
It was founded as a joint venture between Chery and Israel Corporation in December 2007 under the name Chery Quantum Automotive Corporation. The name was changed to Qoros Auto Co. , Ltd. in November 2011. In December 2017 Baoneng Group, secured a 51 percent stake in Qoros for 6. 6 billion RMB....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan Overview:
Qoros 3 (Sedan). With 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1367 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 197 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.
The Qoros 3 Sedan achieved an outstanding 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2013, demonstrating excellent adult occupant protection and overall safety performance, a strong selling point for the new brand.
1.6 (126 Hp) DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily commuting and urban driving, but feels sluggish during overtakes or when accelerating on highways.
Fuel Economy
Achieves impressive fuel efficiency for a naturally aspirated engine paired with a DCT, making it an economical choice for city use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating
- • Modern and distinctive exterior design
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Competitive turbocharged engine option (156 Hp)
- • Good value proposition in emerging markets
Cons:
- • Limited brand recognition and resale value uncertainty
- • Base naturally aspirated engine can feel underpowered
- • Semi-independent rear suspension might compromise ride comfort slightly
- • Availability outside specific markets was limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatch: June, 2014 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Qoros |
| Model: | 3 |
| Generation: | Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (126 Hp) DCT |
| Start of production: | November, 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 126 Hp @ 6150 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 78.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | SQRE4G16 [Same engine] More details about the engine SQRE4G16 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8-6.0 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 197 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 114 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1360-1375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 900 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4627 mm mm [177mm more] |
| Width: | 1839 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1445 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2702 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1579 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1585 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 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 |
| Gearbox type | DCT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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