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ChangAn Z-Chine 1.6 (97 Hp)
Overall Rating
ChangAn Z-Chine:
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Z-Chine Overview:
ChangAn Z-Chine (Z-Chine). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1260 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Changan Z-Chine generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Prospective buyers should consider this lack of independent safety assessment when evaluating the vehicle.
1.6 (97 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for daily commuting and urban environments, but the 97 Hp engine can feel underpowered for spirited driving or sustained highway speeds, especially when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Offers reasonable fuel economy for a naturally aspirated 1.6-liter engine of its era, making it a cost-effective choice for city dwellers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Spacious interior and practical hatchback design
- • Independent suspension setup for improved ride quality
- • 2.0L engine offers strong performance for the class
Cons:
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating raises concerns
- • 1.6L engine can feel underpowered for some drivers
- • Brand recognition and long-term reliability might be a concern for some markets
- • Interior quality and refinement may not match established competitors
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | ChangAn |
| Model: | Z-Chine |
| Generation: | Z-Chine |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (97 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1590 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13 kg/Hp, 77 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9 kg/Nm, 111.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1260 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4600 mm mm |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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