BAIC succeeds in manufacturing new own brand engine

Gasgoo.com (Shanghai December 6) - BAIC's general engine assembly factory has completed successful manufacture of the manufacturer's first own brand 2.0 L turbocharged engine late last week, the Beijing Evening News reported today. The engine will be destined for use in the upcoming Saab-based sedan, which will make its debut at the end of this year.

The engine, designated B205/235, is based on Saab turbocharged technology. Former GM director of engine technology and now consultant for BAIC, Donald Grey stated that BAIC's engine technology was state-of-the-art by international standards. The new engine reportedly boasts exceptionally strong low- to mid-speed torque, producing 300 Nm at 1,800 revolutions per minute and 153kW at 5,500 revolutions. This sort of performance is far above that of domestic manufacturers and even some foreign joint ventures.

BAIC currently possesses technology for 2.0 L and 2.3 L turbocharged engines, and is currently in the process of developing smaller sized engines. The manufacturer is also working on building world-class manual and CVT transmission systems. According to its strategy, BAIC will be able to manufacture 400,000 engines and 600,000 transmission systems annually by 2015.