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Roewe RX3 1.6 (125 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
Roewe RX3:
Roewe is an automotive brand owned by the Chinese automaker SAIC Motor since 2006. Roewe vehicles were initially based on technology acquired from defunct British carmaker MG Rover. SAIC was unable to purchase the rights to the Rover brand name and created the Roewe marque as a replacement. Roewe vehicles are sold in most export markets outside China under the MG marque....(Read more on Wikipedia)
RX3 Overview:
Roewe RX3 (RX3). With 158 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Roewe RX3 generation has not been tested by Euro NCAP. Safety performance in European standards is therefore unknown.
1.6 (125 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar power delivery to the manual 1.6L, but the CVT offers smoother, albeit less engaging, acceleration ideal for urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Achieves the best fuel economy in the lineup, benefiting from the CVT's efficiency, making it the most economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior for families
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Modern styling and feature set
- • Efficient CVT option for urban driving
- • Decent trunk space for its class
Cons:
- • Limited brand recognition outside of China
- • Naturally aspirated engine can feel underpowered on highways
- • Potential long-term reliability concerns compared to established global brands
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Roewe |
| Model: | RX3 |
| Generation: | RX3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (125 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Torque: | 158 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 6.2 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1474 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4408 mm mm |
| Width: | 1804 mm mm |
| Height: | 1651 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2625 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 125/90 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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