Zotye Z300/Z360 Z300 (facelift 2014) 1.5 (112 Hp)
Zotye Z300/Z360:
The Zotye Z300 or Zotye Z360 is a subcompact sedan produced by Chinese auto maker Zotye Auto.
The Zotye Z300 was unveiled at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. Power comes from a Mitsubishi-sourced 1. 5 L putting out 120 hp and 143 nm of torque through a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic powering the front wheels.
The Zotye Z300 is available in May 2012, shortly after the launch during the 2012 Beijing Auto Show with prices ranging from 62,900 yuan to 69,900 yuan.
Styling wise the Zotye Z300 is especially controversial as the exterior design is a complete copy of the Toyota Allion....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Z300 (facelift 2014) Overview:
Zotye Z300/Z360 (Z300 (facelift 2014)). With 141 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1321 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (112 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (457 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Zotye |
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| Model: | Z300/Z360 |
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| Generation: | Z300 (facelift 2014) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (112 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2014 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 112 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 74.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 141 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | TNN4G15B |
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| Engine displacement: | 1499 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 84.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.4 kg/Nm, 106.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1321 |
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| Max. weight: | 1696 |
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| Max load: | 375 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 457 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4615 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1766 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1486 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1532 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1530 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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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 | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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