Let's try to be objective: there are a lot of Chinese cars, and what relates to Chery tiggo would be completely unfair to the BYD F30M, and what would be true of the Brilliance BC3 cannot be projected onto the Great Wall Hover. Therefore, let's put aside the bias and categorical judgments, take one specific Chinese car and see what its owner will face, what will have to be repaired, how much it will cost and what you can save on. The subject will be Lifan Solano, 2010 release.
A bit of history
Lifan clearly illustrates the power of the Chinese business. Founded in 1992, "Chongqing Hongda Auto Fittings Research Center" (this name was given to Lifang at the beginning of its activity) was engaged in motorcycle repair, then - their production. Already in 2003, buses from this manufacturer were born, and in 2005 the Chinese pleased the world with their first car.
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Of course, the history of the company could have been more extended in time, if the automobile business had not been built according to the established production scheme under the license of more famous companies. But Lifan did not reinvent the wheel, moreover, he did not invent the car either, so in the shortest possible time he released not quite his own car under his own brand. The first was the LF6361 / 1010 minivan, in which you can recognize the Daihatsu Atrai. Lifan 320 (Smily) is strangely similar to Mini cooper although it is actually based on Daihatsu Charade Aura. At Lifan Breez, it was not someone who swore at Lifan Breez, but the BMW concern itself. And not for stealing his model, but for copying the name (Lifan Breez originally appeared as Lifan 520, which made the Germans a little enraged) and style. But the Chinese were not very upset, they removed the numbers and called the car Breez for the international market, which is how it all ended. Well, because of the wide back of the Lifan X60, the ears of the Toyota RAV4 unobtrusively protrude. Of course, our today's Lifan 620 (aka Solano) did not make the Chinese engineers sweat too much. Solano is in many ways (almost completely) Toyota corolla E120. Now the question is: is it true that the Chinese have not come up with anything good? No, for the entire time of work, Lifan was able to break out of the leaders among Chinese companies in terms of the number of registered patents. Lifan has about 350 of them only in the automotive industry, and the company is not only engaged in cars. Except trucks, passenger cars and motorcycles, Lifan also churns out sports shoes. And he is also engaged - attention! - winemaking. In Cherkessk, in 2007, on the territory of the Derways plant, the assembly of Lifan cars began. Already in 2009, production went on a full cycle, and now the Russian enterprise produces not only Lifans, but also Chery, Geely, Brilliance, Jac, DFL and Hawtai. Someone thinks that Russian assembly- this is a plus in the karma of a Chinese car, someone considers it a disadvantage. Be that as it may, there are complaints about the assembly of cars and they, as a rule, have a right to exist. What is done well in cars and what is not very good will be discussed below. For now, let's get to know our Solano better.
The car, as I said, was released in 2010, but its mileage is small, only 75 thousand kilometers. It is made in the "Lux" configuration: the interior is lined with leather, the wheels are cast, not stamped, there is parking sensors (more precisely, it was - it was enough for a short time), heated seats and audio control on the steering wheel. However, the "base" is not much poorer. Whatever they say about the "Chinese", they can stuff a car no worse than an experienced housewife - pepper.
Engine
There is a strong opinion that the motor in Solano is almost Japanese. In fact, a Chinese unit with a long index LF481Q3 is turning the crankshaft here. In fairness, we note that although this engine was made in China, its roots are really Japanese - it is practically a Toyota 4A-FE, only with an electronic ignition module instead of a distributor. What can you say about this unit?
If we take the original Japanese 4A-FE, then at the time of its release in 1988 and over the years it can be considered almost flawless. By now, of course, it is already technically outdated, but from the point of view of reliability it can be said to be. Even in its Chinese version LF481Q3, it does not cause any complaints, if not for one "but". It's all about how the wiring is done in the car. The mechanical part of the motor is almost indestructible, but periodic "glitches" in the operation of the electronics occur quite often. True, in the case of our car, everything is in order, the engine has not satisfied with any hassle since 2010, it works smoothly and does not require intervention in its metal bowels. However, enough theory, let's turn our face to practice.
The advantage of not the most recent structurally motor lies in the relative ease of its maintenance. Of course, everyone can change the oil here. The only difficulty is removing the oil filter. If the hands are not too weak from arthritis, and at the previous MOT the filter was not twisted with all its might by the Terminator excited by the sight of iron, then you should first try to unscrew it from above. This is possible, although it is hidden deep enough. You need to look for it in front, under the protective shield of the exhaust manifold. The filter did not succumb to persuasion and physical force? We'll have to remove the crankcase protection. If the trick with unscrewing through the top passes, then it is not necessary to look for a hole or a jack: there is a hole under the drain plug, and it is located so that you can reach it and just lie down, without a lift. In any case, for self-replacement you will save 500 rubles, and you will have to pay only 250-300 rubles for the filter.
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The situation is even simpler with the air filter. It is exactly the same here as on similar Toyota engines. The replacement will take a couple of minutes: fold back the two latches, remove the case cover, change the element and close everything back. Simple and even boring, like a doctor's sausage sandwich. But the savings are also so-so: 200 rubles. The filter itself costs 300 rubles.
There is another mandatory maintenance procedure - replacement of candles. There are no coils on the candles here, you don't need to remove anything first, just unscrew the old candle and screw in a new one. True, the wells are quite deep and you don't need to drop anything in them - this is harmful to the motor. For this work, the service will ask for 600-700 rubles, which, of course, is not a robbery, but more than for replacing the air filter.
Suspended equipment belts are separate: for generator, power steering and air conditioning. You can change them yourself, access to them is convenient, and the procedure itself is simple. True, the belts overlap each other, so the further the belt is, the more difficult it is to remove it. To remove the alternator belt, it will be necessary to fold both the power steering belt and the air conditioner belt.
Tensioning mechanisms - you can't imagine any easier, but you have to dig deeper with them. If it is not too difficult to get to the generator bracket, then access to the power steering bracket is a little more difficult, you have to climb behind the block, which is not quite convenient. The air conditioner belt is tensioned with a roller. All belts can be changed from above - there is no need to get on the lift, look for a hole or risk your life under the car on a jack. They ask for a belt replacement from 300 rubles to 1,000, depending on its location - the further, the more expensive. The timing belt is rarely changed on their own, but the owners of this "Chinese" are not always in a hurry to service. They drive calmly, because the valves do not bend in the event of a break - on the pistons, according to the old tradition, there are grooves for the valves. The belt, by the way, is also suitable from Toyota, but the original also honestly fulfills its resource. However, it does not burn with desire to exceed it strongly. If it is not replaced at 60 thousand, closer to 70 it is quite capable of tearing. Replacement in the service will cost 5,000 rubles, the belt itself and the tensioner roller cost about 2,000 rubles.
Chassis and brakes
Solano's suspension is simple and reliable - MacPherson strut front and rear beam. And it does not require permanent or even just frequent repairs. The only thing that will have to be changed regularly here is the stabilizer struts. There are enough thousands of them for 30, but the figure may vary depending on the operating conditions. The rack costs 800 rubles, and it is "Toyota". For the replacement, you will have to pay the same 800 rubles, but if you wish, you can gather your strength and unscrew the two bolts with your own hands. But this, of course, is already a sign of greed: once in 30 thousand you can pay, the amount is not that great.
I would like to warn the owner of Solano about the possible failure of the assembly of the "real" Toyota from Lifan. Yes, filters and many spare parts are the same as Japanese ones, but this does not mean at all that everything fits. Even in the chassis there are differences - for example, the front shock absorbers will fit on the Solano only after a small alteration. And there is not much point in changing the original to analogs (even from Toyota), this is not the case when the devil is in the details. He is hidden here in another, which will be discussed later. Another detail that causes complaints from the "solanovods" is the tie rod end. The resource of the handpieces is about 50 thousand. The part itself costs about a thousand rubles, and many have a desire to replace it on their own. Well, you can heal 600 rubles and do it yourself. But out of harm, I cannot but dispel one of the myths of such a replacement.
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Many Kulibins, who formed their minds under the influence of Uncle Vasya (who repairs everything with beer and roach in the next box), are sure that if, when unscrewing the old tip, count the number of revolutions, and then tighten the new tip by the same amount, then set the angle toe-in is not necessary: the wheels will fit exactly the same as they were. In fact, this is not the case. According to the statistics of the service station, such luck is likely with a chance of 1 in 20. That is, in 19 cases out of 20 after replacement, deterioration in handling or "zhor" of rubber, or all these delights at the same time, are possible. Therefore, when replacing the rod ends, it is necessary to drive the car to the stand, measure the angles and set them as expected. In some services, they won't even tell you about it, but they will count the number of loops and do everything in the same way as that mythical Uncle Vasya. Such service stations should be avoided. Disc brakes in a circle (by the way), replacing pads and discs is not difficult. Front and rear pads cost about 1,000 rubles, replacing the front ones in the service will cost 600 rubles, the rear ones - 700. If you replace them yourself, you will have to service the calipers - they are prone to parasitism due to acidification, and this is especially true for the rear brake mechanisms.
Transmission
The Chinese did not bother with the marking of the gearbox, so the only unit available to the buyer was named exactly the same as the engine - LF481Q3. It is mechanical five-speed gearbox, which, although not eternal, does not create any special problems. There is no breakdown statistics that would give an objective picture of reliability, which, however, characterizes a transmission with better side... But the clutch sometimes makes you dig deeper into the slave cylinder of the drive. The feeling that the clutch is "driving" is familiar to some Solano owners. The reason for the phenomenon often lies in the stiff spring of the clutch slave cylinder. Can be supplied from Toyota (it is softer). If the clutch is finally "over", then prepare 5,000 rubles for a new set and about the same to pay for work in the service. The CV joints and other transmission parts are quite reliable - I will only remind you of the need to monitor the integrity of the axle shaft anthers. While the car is on the lift, we will show one more filter - a fuel filter. Now, not all manufacturers can boast that the fuel filter can be easily and simply replaced. This can be done in Solano. It stands right behind the gas tank; to replace it, you will need to unscrew two clamps. The price of the filter is about 200 rubles, but there is little sense from the original: inside there is only a metal mesh with an unexpectedly large cell. A stone, perhaps, such a filter will hold back, but the sand is gone.
And what is most interesting, this filter is very coarse, it stands on the fuel line after a fine filter (the so-called "diaper") on fuel filter inside the tank. Why it is needed at all is a mystery. True, we will not reproach the Chinese - exactly the same strange scheme is applied to the Daewoo Nexia.
Body and interior
So we got to the place where the devil is hidden. It's about the body. The paintwork is quite thin. The bonnet shows the effects of chips typical for cars that spent most of their life on the track. Our subject really drove a lot along the St. Petersburg bypass (Ring Road), but sand is not used there - the track is quite clean. However, it was enough to get chips, which led to a large number of "mushrooms" on the body. And without chipping reasons for sadness in abundance. There is rust on the edges of the doors and on the thresholds. It is clearly visible at the point of touching the chrome trim on the trunk lid and in the places where the door handles fit. As you can see, the tendency to corrosion is obvious here. But in defense of Solano, I will say that this is practically the only serious drawback of the car. True, very serious, capable of crossing out many of its advantages.1 / 3
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Let's move inside. The photo shows that the place where the radio tape recorder should stand is empty. The fact is that the Chinese have not succeeded in making good radio tape recorders. Deceased acoustic system Is almost the norm for Solano. The owner did not want to put something else in its place, so there is a mount for the tablet in place of the radio tape recorder, and wires stick out from the deflector, which connect the tablet to the speakers. Well, so be it.
To be honest, the salon is very, very good in this price category. True, we do not have wood-like inserts here (for some reason they did not please the owner of the car), but even without them, the interior looks good. The material of the dashboard pleases me: it is not plastic, but pleasant to the touch, rather high-quality soft material. And in general, the interior and the panel do not cause rejection. Noise isolation is not the best, but again - we are not going in a Cadillac. For its price it is quite acceptable, especially since there are no squeaks and "crickets" in the cabin. True, as soon as she rested her elbow harder on the armrest of the door, her map groaned plaintively. But it was the only sound in the cabin that shouldn't be.
So let's first look at some of the advantages of Lifan Solano with a 1.8-liter engine, as well as 1.6.
Exterior and interior
Salon and body, as well as everything else in Solana has not changed. just another motor was stuck into it, the same one as on the X60.
Yes, the appearance of Lifan Solano can be said to be stylish and elegant, although not much different from the Toyota Corolla in the 120th body. But this, damn it, is already an outdated design !!! Solano has LED dimensions and LED brake lights. This is a plus, in addition, they say that LEDs consume significantly little energy, which means, in theory, they should not discharge the battery.
Another good feature is that almost all consumers can be switched off when the ignition is switched off. Even the signal and the cigarette lighter turn off, the dipped beam and tumanki go out, but the dimensions remain on. There is an auto mode, but in this mode the light turns on when it gets dark and turns off when it becomes light enough outside. The salon itself is quite spacious and comfortable, there are no complaints here. You cannot compare with the same prior, the Chinese have better in the cabin.
Priora - by outward appearance not much different from the dozen, so to speak, a modified version. In the priors salon, everything is quite simple and without frills, a little boring.
The 1.8 Solano engine has an aluminum cylinder block, which, again, makes it non-repairable. There are no hydraulic compensators on the motor, the valves are adjusted by selecting the thickness of the pushers. The engine is equipped with VVT. The timing drive on this engine is chain, which, in the opinion Chinese manufacturers increases reliability. And in the opinion of their Japanese colleagues - it allows to reduce the size of the motor (as much as 2 centimeters)
In general, this is again the same 1ZZ-FE, it seems that they have not produced any more motors yet ... You can read more about this motor in article a. Only on Solano it is more similar to the engine from the Lifan X60, because it has an electronic gas pedal.
The table shows that the torque of the priors is higher than that of the Solano 1.6. And this means that from the place of the prior, he can easily go forward, leaving the Chinese to gather dust at the traffic lights. Actually, the Prior loses to the Lifan 1.6 only in terms of overclocking to a hundred. But this parameter is a little controversial, remember when the Chinese tape recorders went, their power was measured in PMPO and showed fantastic numbers from 3000 watts and above
Less horses means less tax. Now, if you really compare these two cars, I wonder who - whom?
Pro Solano 1.8
200 km per hour on Solano can go either a fool or a suicide! This car, even with a 1.6 engine, does not really hold the road, it feels like the suspension was simply stuck in the car. There were no tests, developments, improvements ... there was no connection to the engine and steering control. After 120 km / hour it becomes scary, the Solano road holds very badly. Actually prior is also not a standard in this matter.
In general, if the 1.8 engine is installed with the old chassis, then it will be like a Zaporozhets with an engine from a BMW. Yes, power has been added, but is the car as a whole capable of handling this power? In the city, the 1.8 engine will be of use, it will allow you to more briskly leave the intersections and will definitely add dynamics to the car. And besides, it is already more modern engine with variable valve timing system VVT-i.
Sedan "Lifan Solano" (Lifan 620) is produced at the first private car company in Russia "Derways" (Karachay-Cherkessia). Solid appearance, rich basic equipment, low cost are the main trump cards of the model. At the same time, the workmanship for budget car very, very worthy.
Design
With what competitors do journalists not compare the appearance of the car "Lifan Solano"! The photo in the front looks like it was taken from a Volkswagen model, the outlines of the body - from The updated model with the index 630 looks like a Lexus. Comparisons are flattering, many motorists like the design. It is discreet, classic. Both the bumper and the body are painted in a single color, which adds solidity.
Inside, the Solano looks more modest. The dashboard, both in design and in execution, is simple, no frills. The transparent plastic covering the devices reflects. Most of the controls are located conveniently. The steering control lever is located on the left. Taller drivers may lack the longitudinal travel of the steering column adjustment.
Build quality dashboard has gone far from the models of five years ago. There are almost no creaks, if small ones appear, then only in severe frosts. With warming, they disappear. The black panel is split in half by a wide brown stripe. The upper half of the panel is made of soft plastic, the lower half is made of hard plastic. The speedometer and tachometer are large and easy to read. Between them is a blue information display.
Filling and cost
Equipment - strong point budget model. 4 power windows, air conditioning, 2 basic airbags, leather interior, parking sensors, 15 ”alloy wheels, audio system, good optics, large trunk - at the price of Lada-Priora. The base price of "Lifan Solano" (without discounts) of the initial configuration is 439,900 rubles. (2014 release).
- 1.6L Luxury - 464 900 rubles.
- 1.6L Luxury with a variator (CVT) - 519 900 rubles.
- 1.8L Luxury - 489 900 rubles.
Engines and gearboxes
Under the hood of most of the sold "Lifan Solano" - a licensed engine from Toyota (specification A2) 1.6 liters (16 valves). Power - 106 hp with. Proven licensed design guarantees durability power unit, no problems with repairs, consumables, components. The lack of super-technological developments in the design in Russian realities is a big plus. At a minimum, the car owner does not need to go to a service center to check the oil level. A slightly more powerful motor is also installed, with a volume of 1.8 liters.
The gearbox from some car owners will take some getting used to. But after tens of kilometers of run, the skill of working with the installed manual transmission is developed. But in the box there is an optimal ratio between the gears.
Suspension "Lifan Solano"
The test drive showed that the lateral rolls in a bunch of turns are small, the model is clearly not suitable for drift, drive, race track. But it is perfect for family trips, office use. The owners note the very good quality of the springs, but the struts are considered a weak point.
Suspension Lifan solano: MacPherson strut in front, beam on rear axle. On the move, the car resiliently works out the unevenness of the road. The suspension is energy-intensive, practically does not break through, except in a very large pit. However, at these settings, the car handles a little worse during sharp maneuvering at decent speeds. Marketers position the model as a replacement for solid brands, the target audience is middle-aged and aged owners. Since it is not respectable for respected citizens to drive a car like a boy, these suspension settings fully justify themselves.
Brakes
On "Lifan Solano", in contrast to the price competitors, ventilated disc brakes are installed at the front, and disc brakes at the rear. This combination hints at the installation of more powerful motors in the future. However, the standard 1.6-liter engine accelerates the car briskly, without stress. Pleasant to many, the howling of the turbine during acceleration is not heard, as well as there is no specific pickup - the philosophy of the car is different.
Reviews
- Some owners note that the corporate emblem, decorative elements, and the number grille may be poorly fixed. Water gets under them, seeping through the holes under the hood, sometimes they fall off during washing. This is not a design problem, but someone cheated during the assembly. Easily corrected on its own.
- It is desirable to apply a thicker paintwork. When buying, it does not hurt to inspect the selected sample for scratches, unpainted areas (especially at the joints), check the optics.
- Plastic thresholds are surprisingly securely mounted. Neither dirt, nor moisture, nor dust leaks under them. If you cut the sealing inserts that go under the thresholds, the doors will close more easily. However, dust will enter the cracks.
- According to reviews, in thirty-degree frosts, Lifan Solano starts up without problems. The thickness of the body metal is within reason: thinner than branded foreign cars, slightly thicker than many domestic models.
Exploitation
Drivers who are accustomed to "listening" to the engine's operation during a trip will be satisfied with the insufficient soundproofing of the cabin. Lovers of silence will have to endure or carry out the appropriate tuning.
In "Solano", as in the best foreign cars, when turned on in the checkpoint reverse gear are automatically triggered and the car radio is turned off. Two parking sensors are sensitive, they really help when parking.
Provided for the driver standard heating seat. For a small surcharge, you can carry it out for a passenger. Established summer tires good quality. The roadbed holds tenaciously.
Given the low operating costs and the maintenance costs of purchasing the model are more than justified. Especially for commercial organizations, families with a moderate income, in a word, those who just need to get to their destination. Moreover, the filling is quite modern, there are many nice options. Taking into account the inclusion of Lifan Solano produced in the Russian Federation in the newly launched purchase, it will be profitable. This is a practical, easy to maintain, inexpensive to operate, with a proven engine and a complete set of cars rich for such a price.
Output
Among the Chinese cars "Lifan" looks worthy. Classic design, good acceleration, good brakes, reliable licensed motor, enviable practicality distinguish it among inexpensive models from the Middle Kingdom. The new Lifan Solano, although slightly more expensive, looks even better thanks to the charisma of the updated optics and improved technical characteristics.
Reading 5 min. Views 580 Published 26 February 2016
Lifan Solano maintenance and repairs are inexpensive.Quite a lot of copies of the Chinese automotive industry travel across the territory of Russia. The sedan can be called one of the best-selling Chinese cars in our country. Behind him, like his own for most models of Chinese cars, the stereotype of a tin can was entrenched, which quickly rots and constantly breaks. Whether this is really so, we will find out in this article, which will tell you about the repair and maintenance of the Lifan Solano sedan.
The history of the Chinese brand Lifan
Chinese car manufacturer Lifan has grown from a small company that repairs a variety of equipment, mainly motorcycles. It was founded in 1992. After 10 years, the transformed Lifan company launched the first bus of its own production. Since 2005, the Chinese company Lifan has been producing passenger cars.
When developing its own car models, Lifan used a proven business scheme - obtaining a license from more famous car manufacturers for the production of cars. As a result, new Chinese car models appeared, which were based on the platforms of old models of famous world car brands... One of the first cars of the Lifan company was the subcompact Lifan Smily, which looked very much like a Mini Cooper. At the same time, Lifan Smily was based on the Daihatsu Charade car platform. Also, the model of the Lifan Solano sedan we are considering is inherently a redesigned model Toyota Corolla generation E120.
Very quickly, the Chinese company Lifan entered the Russian car market and mastered the local production of cars at the facilities of the Derways plant in Cherkessk. The first new cars of the Lifan brand left the assembly line of the Derways plant in 2007. At first it was a SKD car assembly. However, two years later, in 2009, the production of the Lifan car has already begun on a full production cycle.
The main characteristics of the sedan Lifan Solano
The selected instance of the Lifan Solano sedan was manufactured in 2010. Mileage this car is 75,000 kilometers. This copy has a complete set of Lux. This means that its equipment includes a leather interior, or rather leatherette seat upholstery, alloy wheels, parking sensors, which, unfortunately, no longer work, heated seats, as well as audio control buttons on the steering wheel.
As a motor on the Lifan Solano model, a Chinese manufactured under a Japanese license is used benzie new engine LF481Q3. The Chinese took a license from japanese engine Toyota 4A-FE. Recall that this power unit has been produced by the Japanese since 1988. The Chinese installed an electronic ignition module on it, removing the distributor. Despite the outdated design, low efficiency and power, this engine is reliable. He is familiar to most of the minders in Russia.
The engine in the Lifan Solano is Chinese, but it fully matches the Japanese engine from Toyota. Paired with this engine in the Lifan Solano sedan is a five-speed manual transmission, which has the same index as the Chinese engine.
Since the platform of the Lifan Solano sedan is used Toyota model Corolla generations E120, chassis migrated to the Chinese model from the Japanese woman. The Mcpherson suspension is installed in the front, the beam is located in the rear suspension.
Lifan Solano body service and repair
Like most Chinese car models, the Lifan Solano sedan has fairly thin sheets of metal in the body panels. Besides, paintwork also has a rather low quality, which shows up in the form of rust all over the body and very early. Chips on the hood of the body are already starting to rust after a couple of months. First of all, corrosion occurs on the body sills and door edges. Strictly speaking, where moisture accumulates more, metal corrosion begins. This makes it clear that the Lifan Solano factory has not received sufficient anti-corrosion treatment.
In the cabin of our instance of the Lifan Solano sedan, which will be 6 years old this year, the standard audio system has already died. Moreover, this situation is standard for the Lifan Solano model. Often, the owners of this car model, instead of a deceased audio system, install mounts for the tablet and lead the wires to connect the audio to the car speakers.
It is worth noting that the dashboard of this model is made of soft plastic, which unwittingly pleases motorists who are used to hard and smelly plastic in Chinese cars.
Heated seats often burn out in the passenger compartment. In addition, the wiring can fail with the rear sound parking sensors.
Lifan Solano engine problems
Since the Chinese engine for the Lifan Solano car is made under license based on the Japanese power unit of 1988, there are no complaints about the technical part of the power unit. However, the electronics of this motor is severely lame, and it often fails. On some copies of the Lifan Solano, there is a break in the electrical wiring as a result of the suspension hitting the pits on the roads.
Consumables for such a motor are inexpensive. Oil filter will cost about 300 rubles. Air filter completely fits from a similar Toyota engine. The air filter will cost the same 300 rubles. Replacing the timing belt should be done every 60 thousand kilometers. Many owners of Lifan Solano cars are in no hurry to replace the timing belt, since they are not afraid of bending the valves in the event of a belt break. On pistons this engine grooves for valves are made. The timing belt and tensioner roller will cost about 2,000 rubles. Work at a service station to replace the timing belt will cost an average of 5,000 rubles.
Lifan Solano chassis maintenance
Rear suspension Lifan Solano looks pretty bad. There is little to break in the Mcpherson front suspension and semi-beam rear suspension. The smallest resource among Supplies suspension at the stabilizer struts. They will have to be changed every 30 thousand kilometers. The cost of one such rack is estimated at 800 rubles. She, by the way, fits from the Toyota Corolla. Tie rod ends will last no more than 50,000 kilometers. This part will cost about 1000 rubles and another 600 rubles will go to work on their replacement.
Lifan Solano in the sedan body is one of the modern and latest models segment C according to the European classification from the Chinese automaker represented by Lifan Industry Group Co. Ltd. On forums and thematic sites, Lifan Solano's reviews are mostly positive. But there are still plenty of questions.
Many motorists are interested in the same question: “What distinguishes this golf-class car from its competitors, as well as what technical and driving characteristics it has, and what every person needs to know in order to do right choice... Some questions can be answered in this article.
Lifan Solano - got good popularity in the market
Lifan Solano Review
It is worth noting that initially Lifan Solano created a huge popularity for himself, respectively, a good reputation in the Asian market, and only then moved to the Old World market. I would like to remind you that in the modern world in China alone in the first three months of 2009, about 15 thousand cars were sold. And this is not the final start, as the daily car sales in China exceed 30 thousand vehicles.
It can be said unambiguously that this car makes a vivid impression and is very solid. The design can be found with modern fashionable notes, thus, it can be called successful, which combines the global trends in the automotive industry. It should be said that everyone can find in it the features of the German car industry, more precisely, the Bavarian BMW 3 Series. And what is really missing is some special "zest" in this car.
Obzo Lifan Solano:
Perhaps this will happen in the future, no one argues, but for now this car is assembled thanks to modern trends, especially with regard to the Chinese style in design. But against the background of competitors, it looks very dignified. If you compare it with Geely vision, then we can say that the quality of finishes, materials has increased, and the handling has become much better, which was clearly demonstrated by the test drive of Lifan Solano in the conditions of Russian roads.
The interior is completely made of leather, which is pleasant to touch, it is neatly sewn. The dashboard is made of polyurethane foam, so it turned out to be soft and not echoing, it looks prestigious and elegant. Thus, I would like to say a big thank you to the Japanese designers. The numbers and arrows on are pretty easy to see.
As a result, I would like to say that Solano can be safely called good car, and even if it is not made for a rush ride, but not all the fans of extreme racing. Someone prefers a smooth movement, like on a cruise ship. This car floats on the highway, while handling various curbs with ease. It has a long-travel suspension; in a word, you won't find anything better for a summer resident. The capacity of the trunk is about 400 liters. But this volume can be increased if the backrests rear seat fold in a ratio of 40:60. And the last advantage is the price.
Review of Lifan Solano with a 1.6-liter engine
Lifan solano - auto s excellent characteristics for a low cost
In terms of overall dimensions, the car looks very solid and attractive, rather than younger brother in the lineup, which bears the name - Breeze. I would also like to note that this model is distinguished by a more spacious and comfortable interior, and, of course, a rich internal "technical filling".
I would like to note that the car of this model is slightly longer than the Breeze model. But the trunk has become roomy and spacious, it is impossible not to appreciate this quality. It is for this reason that the car today is very popular among summer residents, for whom the trunk plays a lot. Thus, when purchasing this car model, we can say with confidence that not only summer residents, but also everyone who prefers a quiet and calm ride, will be pleased with the choice. They will also be amazed Lifan price Solano - in comparison with other cars of the same class.
The salon is impressive
Looking inside, we see a leather interior. Quite a simple design style, but at the same time very attractive. Everything is done in light colors. The modification of this car includes: air conditioning, full power accessories, and a full-size spare wheel.
I would also like to talk about some elements that directly relate not only to the driver, but also to all passengers. Recall that this model passed the crash test, and quite successfully. Also, the car is equipped with two airbags, and thanks to the automatic locking of the doors during your ride, you are provided with a pleasant and safe trip, be sure of this.
Positive reviews Lifan Solano indicate that it has good material and workmanship quality in general.
The car is equipped with an adjustable steering column, fog lights, alarm, central locking etc. Die-cast ones are installed on the car, which have 15 inches.
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If we compare it with the torsion bar structure of the Breeze model, then I would like to say with confidence that the suspension is made at the highest level. And you can see for yourself by purchasing this car model.
It should also be recalled that since the fall of 2010, there have been some changes and additions to the engine lineup. It is worth noting that the new Lifan Solano engine is equipped with a 1.8 liter engine, which boldly develops 137 Horse power... Moreover, now the car is available in the top-end configuration, in which it is present.
Just like the Breeze model, new Lifan Solano for the Russian market is produced at the Derways plant, which is located in Cherkessk. As modern practice shows, this enterprise easily produces up to 25 thousand cars a year, which is a very impressive figure. On Russian market Lifan Solano's price basic configuration is - 355,000 rubles.
If you have been looking for a car for a long time not for racing, but for a calm and comfortable ride, then we can definitely say that this car will never disappoint you. After all, how can he do this, thanks to his originality, attractiveness, versatility. If you like to go on long journeys, then on this car, except for comfort, you will not feel anything. It easily and smoothly copes with any irregularities on the road, holds the road well. You can be convinced of this for yourself by testing the car in a car dealership, and then you will be convinced that these are not just beautiful words, but reality.
Crash test Lifan Solano:
Today, the car is sold in two modifications: with an engine with a volume of 1.6 liters, and a capacity of 106 horsepower, and with mechanical box gears with a motor - 1.8 liters, and 128 horsepower.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I would like to say that Lifan Solano is especially popular in the market, purchasing it, you will not be disappointed in your choice. This is a fact that is hard to argue with.
And this is easy to explain. The advantages of this model include:
- Nice color as well as beautiful design.
- A beautiful salon will delight not only you, but all your loved ones.
- Thanks to the large enough space inside, you can go with your family to the sea without thinking about anything.
- Excellent road holding at medium speeds.
- Super quality at a super price!
- Inexpensive operation creates a great mood among the owners of such a car.
Among the disadvantages are:
- It accelerates poorly both from the spot and while driving.
- Poor handling at high speeds.
- High fuel consumption when driving on the highway.
Also, some owners of this car complain about the electronics of the car. But, as practice shows, most often these are just unproven words. We can say with confidence that the car can easily attract the attention of not only a rational, but also a demanding buyer.
Lifan Solano - a car that meets all modern requirements
And this is easy to explain, because the car meets all modern technologies that motorists want to see. Sometimes it exceeds their expectations, which once again proves that this car model is a good choice... But after listening and reading positive reviews about Lifan Solano from other people, the choice is still yours.
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