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Qoros 3 City SUV 1.6 (156 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)
City SUV Overview:
Qoros 3 (City SUV). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1430 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 208 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (156 Hp) DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Paired with the DCT, the 1.6L turbo offers smooth shifts and adequate power, though acceleration is marginally slower than the manual, prioritizing comfort and ease of driving.
Fuel Economy
With 6.5 l/100 km, this DCT version boasts slightly better fuel efficiency than the manual, making it a more economical choice for stop-and-go traffic.
Community Verdict
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4.3 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 3 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating (shared platform)
- • Modern and appealing exterior design
- • Well-appointed and spacious interior for its class
- • Respectable performance from the turbocharged 1.6L engine
Cons:
- • Unproven long-term reliability for a new brand
- • Limited brand recognition and resale value
- • Only one engine option, limiting choice
- • Ride height is only 170mm, which is not very high for an SUV
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Qoros |
| Model: | 3 |
| Generation: | City SUV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (156 Hp) DCT |
| Start of production: | December, 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 156 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 97.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 2500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | SQRE4T16 |
| 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: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1105 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 403 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4463 mm mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm mm |
| Height: | 1504 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2705 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1588 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1577 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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