Demand compact crossovers It is steadily growing every year, so today at the car market is presented the most diverse "oscidences". Japanese, Korean, German, Chinese ... Among Chinese full of front-wheel drive models, called many car enthusiasts, "PARKTERS", since they are mostly ideal for the city, but completely unsuitable for off-road. Thanks affordable price The demand for them is considerable, and one of these "parcktails" deserving close attention - Lifan X50. The crossover with the X50 index first debuted on the Motor Show in Beijing in 2014 - in the same year he got to russian marketwhere it is sold to this day. All details about it read in our review!

Design

From the point of view of the X50 design, the Celliya sedan is strongly reminded, which has left Russia not so long and return, apparently, is not going to. The crossover appearance is quite cute: the front is a little bit like European subcompact models Opel Corsa. and mokka, and behind he brings the memories of the Italian brand Alfa Romeo.. "Off-road" potential is expressed in the presence of rails on the roof, corrugated "protective" inserts in the front and rear bumpers, as well as in the "edging" of the umbrella plastics around the perimeter of the body and in the raised clearance - roughly speaking, we are talking about a standard package for life in "Urban jungle."

By one sources, ground clearance It is equal to 208 mm, on the other - 185 mm, but the ubiquitous roulette will certainly open the truth - on the fact there is only 172 mm. Other cars are more - for example, from the domestic four-year Lada Vesta. In general, the X50 looks good: against the background of more expensive competitors, he is not at all losing (except for the background of very expensive), and the "Asian" recognizes only the sophisticated motorist in it, so in the stormy city stream of cars of a major megapolis, he always looks his own not a stranger.

Design

The foundation of X50 is familiar with the Lifan Celliya platform with McPherson racks in front and semi-dependent beam behind, without stabilizer transverse stability. Such a design makes it possible to tenacious to stay on the road and avoid strong rolls when turning turns. Of course, there is no low center of gravity characteristic of a car with a sports character, but rolls are really not frightened. On the "Waves" machine does not have the properties of "pop up" or "LIKE". To speak as a whole, the "Chinese" behaves very well. In connection with the use of the "cart" Celliya X50 turned out to be quite small: it reaches 4.1 m in length, in width - 1.722 m, and in height - 1.54 m. The distance between the wheels axes is the same as the donor sedan - 2 , 55 m, and the trunk volume is almost 2 times less - only 280 liters (more than that Nissan Jukebut less than Renault Sandero. STEPWAY). To be upset about this is not worth it, because after folding the rear sofa volume luggage compartment X50 just gets to the volume of Celliya. By the way, the back of the sofa in the four-door can be folded in parts, and the crossover is only completely.

Adaptation to Russian conditions

Adaptation x50 K. russian conditions It was not conducted, as in the case of many other models, come from the subway. An explanation here is simple: no one is advantageous to specially prepare a car for operation in Russia, when in China it is sold in an avenue number of times better than in our country. That is why X50 is modest clearance and no full drive as an alternative. But it provides a full-size spare out, albeit the incorrectly placed in the trunk of the convexity up, and there is still a complete road set, where the wires for the "cigarette" and the tire compressor are turned on, and there is an anti-corrosion coating of the bottom of the body and the steel crankcase steel protection. Heating relies only chairs on the 1st row and external mirrors, and the heated steering and windshield No and in risen.

Comfort

Sitting behind the steering wheel, immediately pay attention to the overhead edge of the rim. The instruments are equipped with a scarlet backlight, which is not too compliant with a soft leisurely X50. On the instrument shield A lot of information, but the symbols are smaller than I would like. Information has to be changed with the help of an uncomfortable button, exhauscing your hand through the rim of the steering wheel. A panoramic hatch is built into the roof of the top version, which, when opening, gives a mass of additional space for the head. He does not blow his head, because at the time of the opening is raised a special shield. Noise in the cabin, however, will add, but what you will not be patient for the feeling of freshness and freedom? The X50 is good insulation itself, you will not have.

Interior finishing materials inexpensive: on torpedo - hard plastic, and on the seats - fabric or slippery leathesum. Landing on the front chairs "Chinese", i.e. Obviously not for the inclined people, but the "gallery" is only a conditional 3-bed - actually there is enough space for 3 children or 2 adult passengers. Another sign "Chinese" is, naturally, the smell in the salon, where without him? But the price! Again, in Chinese, the democratic price justifies everything. Curious solution - pockets, "prescribed" on the sides of the central console, just like Celliya. Any of them is perfect for a glass or a bottle of small diameter, or under a smartphone.

The Equipment of X50 includes 2 front airbags, "children's" locking locks, the auto-locking system of the front doors when hitting and the buzzer, which is noticed by the driver about non-unsuccessful safety belts or about exceeding speed \u200b\u200bregime 120 km / h. Rear View Camera - Privilege top equipment. The image from the camera is quite clear, for which the manufacturer from the PRC honestly deserves a plus. Crash tests X50 did not conduct a single authoritative organization, so it can be judged on its reliability only at its predecessor of his "donor" Celliya called Breeze. It is known that Lifan Breeze participated in crash tests according to the Chinese C-NCAP technique (less severe tests, compared with European Euro NCAP.) And he earned in them. It is possible that in the case of the X50 design, the design was significantly finalized and the safety indicators have improved significantly, but if the safety of the beloved and passengers is in the first place, it is necessary to have breeze crash tests in mind.

The default X50 is set by CD / MP3 audio system with 4 speakers and AUX / USB connectors for connecting mobile devicesAnd in the "Top", it is joined by color touchscreen with navigation, Bluetooth, rearview video review and control buttons on the steering wheel. The image on the sensory display is clearly visible even in sunny weather, everything is in order with speed, and the sound is quite balanced. The system is united without problems with both "Androids" and with "epples". In general, everything is fine, only the "multimedia" control buttons have an unsuccessful location on the steering wheel and very closely fall under the fingers to the driver.

Lifan X 50 Specifications

A semi-liter unit under the hood can be considered modern: it has 4 cylinders in a row, 16 valves and phase change technology vvt timing with phasemators. According to Lifan, the "four" LF479Q2-B was developed jointly with the masters of the British engineering company Ricardo. Such an engine, judging by the "passport", develops 103 hp At 6000 rpm and 133 nm at 3500-4500 rpm, but in the practice of peak moment it reaches not 3,500 rpm. In fact by low revolutions He is "milking" and for the sake of the best dynamics it is necessary to constantly "twist", which, of course, affects acoustic comfort and fuel appetite, and the appetite on average is from 6.3 to 6.5 liters. per 100 km, depending on the selected gearbox ("Passport" consumption is not very different from the real). The choice is offered 2 boxes - five-speed mechanical and variator (CVT). To the quality of gasoline, the engine is unpretentious: although the manufacturer recommends pouring into a small 42-liter tank 95th gasoline, the motor calmly costs the 92nd.

Lifan engines (PRC) - high quality and at the same time available analogs of products of the Japanese brand Honda. them manufacturer Lifan GROUP CO Ltd. - one of the market leaders motorcycles - pays special attention to new developments. The research activity of the company in the field of mechanical engineering is very successful - approximately 5,000 patents allow you to withstand world competition.

Lifan Motor Engines are universal, available throughout Russia and relatively cheap. Them the lineup represented by single-cylinder four-stroke two-, very rarely four-glove engines with manual launch system and electric starter. Cooling - exclusively air. Lifan engine power for garden and economic equipment correlated from 2 to 13 hp depending on the destination.

Petrol lifan engines Widely used for equipment, motor-cultivators, benzogenerators. Widely used in production sadovaya technology whole near domestic producers.

Designations of characters in the name of the engine at Lifan.

Many people ask that they denote the Latin letters used by Lifan in the title of engines. Let's briefly try to consider this question so that you can easily navigate in abbreviations, and not mistaken when choosing a motor.

After the name of the company "Lifan" follows the numbers. This is a series of engine, and it denotes its power. For example Lifan 152 F This is a series of series 152. Its power is 2.5 horsepower. But for ease of choice on our site, the power of all engines is indicated in brackets at the end of its name. So with this, as a rule, there are no questions from users.

Latin letters follow the number of the series in the title. Let's look at their meanings:

F - denotes that the engine is standard. For example: Lifan 160 F is a standard 160 series engine with manual launch.

D - indicates that an electric starter is installed on the engine. That is, for example, the engine Lifan 160 Fd is the standard 160 series engine with EELCTROME.

R - denotes that the engine is installed with an automatic clutch reduction gear. Example: Lifan 188 F-R This 188 series engine with manual launch (because there is no symbol D) and with a gearbox. So then the designation "Lifan 188 FD-R" is a 188 series engine with an electric and with a gearbox.

L- indicates that the engine has a lowering gearbox without automatic clutch. Example: Lifan 177F-L This is a standard 9 hp The engine with a downhole reducer 1/2, without automatic clutch.

S - indicates that this engine Produced in winter performance. For example: Lifan 188 FD (S) engine is a 188 series unit with electric, and in winter configuration.

All additional devices installed on engines (such as lighting coils or relays) are said directly in the description to the motor. Therefore, there should be no questions here.

Introductional information

• Content

  
  Daily checks and troubleshooting
  Operation of the car in winter
  Trip to STR
  Instructions for use and maintenance
  Cautions and safety regulations when performing work by car
  Basic tools, measuring instruments and working methods
  Mechanical engine
  Power and motor control system
  Cooling system
  Lubrication system
  Inlet and release system
  Clutch
  Mechanical transmission
  Variable speed drive
  Drive shafts
  Chassis
  Brake system
  Steering
  Body
  Heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
  Passive security
  Electrical engine equipment
  Electrical equipment and electrical system
  Electrochemis
  Dictionary

• Introduction

  Introduction

  The crossover from the Middle Kingdom Lifan X50 first saw the light in the spring of 2014 at the Beijing Motor Show. The Chinese, the release of the next model, prove their desire to improve the world in the automotive industry.
  

  The car looks fresh, modern, original and in European. Ahead of X50 solid bumper with large air intakes, the similarity of the aerodynamic splitter on the bottom edge and trendy LED fog lights. Interesting form The major headlights of head lighting with lenses and brackets of LED daytime running lights add a considerable expressiveness of appearance.
  The hopping line of the body profile, intersecting with the side of the side glazing, gives a feeling of harmony, which does not occupy Chinese designers. Wheel arches of a large radius are easily placed with 195 / 65R15 tires on alloy discs with original pattern. Door openings are calculated so that the person of any complexion and growth can easily be able to sit in the car and leave it. This is especially true of the seats of the rear row. The fact that it is not just a hatchback, but a crossover, says plastic protection around the perimeter of the body and inspiring the clearance of the car.
  Rear end Lifan x50 got smoothed, smooth lines doors luggage compartment With a small glass with a spoiler and perfectly inscribed in the exterior of the rear lamps.
  

  

  The dimensions of the car are 4100 mm in length, 1540 mm in height and 1722 mm wide, on the wheel base, with 2550 mm, and the road clearance is 208 mm. In the curb of the X50 weighs 1175 kg. With such parameters, the crossover falls into the compact class B.
  The interior attracts attention primarily to the freshness of solutions. The instrument shield is easily read and has a pleasant red backlight that hints at the sports nature of the car. Dashboard In general, mine external species emphasizes the finisit of style. It is harmoniously combined with a red air conditioning button. The central console glances the look by smooth transitions, the originality, lines conciseness and the ergonomic location of the audio system and climate control blocks.
  The decoration of the cabin is not made of expensive materials, but if this is not to know, it is hardly possible to guess, because the quality of materials at the height, both by tactile sensations and the quality of fitting elements. The front armchairs Lifan X50 are quite impulgging, they do not clamp, as in the vice, they do not get tired of them. In addition, these seats have an impressive range of adjustments. In the second row, only two passengers with an increase in up to 180 cm and sports physique will be located. Large and high people in the backseat x50 will be closely.
  The standard Equipment of Lifan X50 already includes ABS, two front airbags, full electric car, air conditioning, alloy wheels (15 inches) and regular audio system. More expensive execution offers eSP systemmultimedia
  Complex with color display, navigation, rear view chamber, leather interior, full electric car, six airbags and much more.
  The volume of the luggage compartment of the crossover X50 is declared by the manufacturer at the level of 570 liters, if desired, the tank of the trunk can be increased by folding the back rear seatBut only a flat surface of the floor will not succeed, the back forms a sufficiently high step. Under Falsefol, there is a spare place.
  Of the power units, only one engine is offered - this is a gasoline "four" with a working volume of 1.5 liters (1498 cm3), outstanding 103 liters. from. Power at 6000 rpm and 133 Nm maximum Moments at 3500-4500 rpm. The engine works not only in a pair of 5-speed mechanical box Transmissions, but also with a stepless variator.
  

  

  The car has a characteristic design of the suspension design: Rack "Mac-Fersson" on the front bridge and torsion beam with a transverse stability stabilizer on rear axis. In the steering mechanism of the car integrated electric amplifier Management, A. brake system represented by ventilated disk devices on the front axle and ordinary disk - on the rear.
  This manual provides instructions on the operation and repair of all modifications of Lifan X50, manufactured since 2014.
  

• Emergency Situations
• Exploitation
• Engine

Engine Lifan X50 since 2014 Technical data

1. Technical data

General characteristics

Model	LF479Q2-B.
A type	4-cylinder row with two distributive treals and gas distribution phase adjustment system (VVT)
Working volume	1498 cm3
Diameter x stroke piston	78.7 x 77 mm
Compression ratio	10: 1
Rated power	76 kW at 6000 rpm
Maximum torque	133 Nr at 3500-4500 rpm
Maximum efficient power	71 kW
Fuel supply system	Multiple fuel injection with electronic control
The order of the cylinders	1-3-4-2
Idle speed	800 ± 50 rpm
Fuel consumption in a mixed cycle	6.3 l / 100 km

Repair data

Pressure compression		Nominal pressure compression	1.2 MPa
		Minimum compression pressure	1.0 MPa
		Maximum pressure compression	1.3 MPa
		Maximum pressure difference in cylinders	0.1 MPa
Pressure motor oil		At a speed of rotation idle move	80-300 kPa
		At rated speed	330-430 KPA
Non-alone cylinder head		Side of the block of cylinders	0.05 mm
		Side intake manifold	0.10 mm
		Face of the exhaust manifold	0.10 mm
Radial beating distribution Vala.			0.03 mm
Maximum lift cam / exhaust camshaft		Inlet camshaft	44,338 - 44,418 mm
		Exhaust camshaft	43.73 - 43.81 mm
Diameter of the cervical cervical shaft		№ 6 (exhaust camshaft)	24,955 - 24,965 mm
		Others	22,949 - 22,965 mm
Axial gap of the camshaft		Nominal axial gap	0.03-0.085 mm (intake shaft) 0.35-0.09 mm (graduation shaft)
		Maximum axial clearance	0.1 mm
Valve spring		Length in a free state	39 ± 0.13 mm
		Compression force during installation	157-174 N (31.7 mm)
Vertical of the valve spring		Maximum deviation	1.6 mm
		Maximum deviation angle	2 °
Valve Plate Edge Thickness		Nominal thickness	0.8 - 1.2 mm
		Minimal thickness	0.5 mm
Length valve	Inlet valve	Rated length	86.6 mm
		Minimum length	86.1 mm
	Exhaust valve	Rated length	86.9 mm
		Minimum length	86.4 mm
Valve rod diameter		Inlet valve	5,960-5,975 mm
		Exhaust valve	5,960-5,975 mm
Valve contact strip width with seat		Inlet Valve Contact Strip Width	1,0-1.4 mm
		Exhaust valve contact bandwidth	1,0-1.4 mm
Internal diameter of the guide valve			6,01-6.03 mm
The thickness of the mechanical pusher			5,055-6.005 mm
The inner diameter of the guide valve of the valve			11-11.018mm
Nominal protrusion of the guide valve			8.7-9.1 mm
Thermal clearance of valves (on a cold engine)		Inlet valve	0.15-0.20 mm
		Exhaust valve	0.25-0.30 mm

Oil gap between guide and valve	Inlet valve	Nominal oil clearance	0,025-0.060 mm
		Maximum oil clearance	0.08 mm
	Exhaust valve	Nominal oil clearance	0,030-0.065 mm
		Maximum oil clearance	0.10 mm
Piston Hole Diameter			20,006-20,015 mm
Outside diameter Piston finger			20,004-20,013 mm
Axial gap of piston and connecting rod	Nominal axial gap		0.15-0.25 mm
	Maximum axial clearance		0.3 mm
Oil gap between piston and connecting rod	Nominal oil clearance		0.01-0.02 mm
	Maximum oil clearance		0.08 mm
Piston Finger Oil Clearance (in Piston Barse)	Nominal oil clearance		0.002-0.011 mm
	Maximum oil clearance		0.011 mm
Internal diameter of the top head of the rod			20,012-20,021 mm
Oil gap of piston finger (in the top head of the connecting rod)	Nominal oil clearance		0.001-0.017 mm
	Maximum oil clearance		0.017 mm
Clearance between piston ring and piston groove			0.04-0.08 mm
	Lower compression ring		0.03-0.07 mm
Clearance in the castle piston Ring	Nominal clearance in the castle rings	Top compression ring	0.25-0.45 mm
		Lower compression ring	0.35-0.6 mm
		Occargable rings	0.15-0.5 mm
	Maximum clearance in the ring castle	Top compression ring	1.05 mm
		Lower compression ring	1.20 mm
		Occargable rings	1.10 mm
Maximum curvature of the rod			0.05 mm for every 100 mm of length
Diameter Bolt Shatun	Nominal diameter		7.30-7.40 mm
	Minimum diameter		7.20 mm
Maximum radial beating crankshaft			0.03 mm
The diameter of the native crankshaft			47,982-48,000 mm
The oval of the root crankshaft			0.02 mm
Oval crankshaft crankshaft			0.02 mm
Diameter of the connecting rod camshaft			43,992-44,000 mm
Bearing oil gap Crankshaft	Nominal oil clearance		0.02-0.04 mm
	Maximum oil clearance		0.10 mm
Bolt diameter of the crankshaft root bearing cap	Nominal diameter		8.80-9.00 mm
	Minimum diameter		8.70 mm
Maximum warping of the upper plane of the cylinder block			0.05 mm
Diameter of the cylinder			78.7 mm
Maximum oval cylinder			0.05 mm
Terminal cylinder taper			0.2 mm
Nominal Oil Cylinder Cylinder			0.035-0.055 mm
Maximum Oil Cylinder Cylinder			0.08 mm

Precautions

1. When performing and repairing the engine, the following precautions must be observed: Turn off the engine and wait until it cools; Immediately eliminate smoke and possible fires; Ensure the presence of fire extinguishers in the area of \u200b\u200bwork.

2. During the inspection and repair of the engine, the service personnel must wear protective shoes, working gloves and glasses to ensure their own safety.

3. Before lifting the car, you should make sure in good condition of the lifting equipment, make sure that the vehicle is properly placed and adjust the position of the lift paws according to the support points on the car body. While lifting or lowering the car, it is necessary to monitor that there are no foreign objects or people under the car.

4. During repairs to perform some operations, special tools may be required in respect of which special caution should be taken.

5. When using chemicals, it is necessary to strictly comply with the recommendations of the manufacturer of substances and safety regulations.

6. Performing engine work, it is important to observe technical requirements. For example, turn off the fuel supply and reset the pressure before removing parts fuel system or disconnect the wire from negative output rechargeable battery When servicing electrical devices. Non-compliance with such requirements may cause damage to the car or lead to serious injury.

7. During work electronic system Ignition generates high voltage (2000 V and higher), so when servicing the system, it is required to ensure reliable insulation.

8. Before repairs, you need to take appropriate precautions to protect the parts of the car from dirt and damage.

9. When carrying out repairs, it is necessary to follow the procedure for fulfilling the work outlined in this manual.

10. When separating parts made from ferrous metals, lead tools from lead or aluminum should be used, the details are made of aluminum, wooden or rubber tools should be used for separation.

11. When conducting maintenance You should strictly observe the torque of the threaded connections and the adjustment data given in this manual.

12. Performing repair workOne disposable part, sealing rings, seals, clamps, self-locking nuts and bolts, faulty or damaged components should be replaced.

13. When disassembling the engine, it is important to ensure the cleanliness of the parts, not allow ingestion of precision parts of dust or extraneous particles.

15. In order to avoid damage to the electrical components during the removal, it is forbidden to be very flexing the harness of the wires or pull for it.

16. After the repair is completed, it is necessary to start the engine and, increasing the speed of rotation, make sure that the coolant, engine oil or exhaust leaks are missing.

Among manufacturers petrol engines One of the leading places in the world market is occupied by the Chinese industrial group Lifan Industry Co. LTD (Lifan Group). The Lifan Engine is made by the company in a wide range.

Lifan Group enterprises produce power units that are successfully installed on:

• cars of any load capacity;
• mopeds and motorcycles;
• pumps and presses;
• sadovaya, snow removal and appliances.

The technical characteristics of Lifan motors comply with the requirements of world standards, and the optimal price / quality ratio makes it possible to compete with the most famous manufacturers of power units.

Of particular interest is the automotive gasoline engines developed in cooperation with the British engineering company Ricardo. An example of an effective cooperation is the Lifan LFB479Q engine, which is installed on the Lifan X 60 crossover.

In addition, engineers of the company, using the developments of leading world manufacturers, independently design reliable car engines. Thus, the LF48Q3 gasoline engine intended for the Lifan Solano model was developed on the basis of the Toyota 4A-EF licensed agent, which has long been a reference and quality standard.

Technical characteristics of automotive motors Lifan

PARAMETERS	VALUE
Cylinder work volume, cube see	Depending on the type of engine: 1794 (LFB479Q) 1587 (LF481Q3)
Power, l. from	128 (LFB479Q) 106 (LF481Q3)
Cylinder diameter, mm	79 (LFB479Q) 81 (LF481Q3)
Compression ratio	10 (LFB479Q) 9.5 (LF481Q3)
Piston stroke, mm	91.5 (LFB479Q) 77 (LF481Q3)
Number of cylinders	4
Ignition algorithm	1 - 3 - 4 -2
Supply system	Distributed fuel injection
Form of the combustion chamber	Grebenum (LFB479Q) Wedge-shaped (LF481Q3)
Gas distribution mechanism	DOHC 16V + VVT-I (LFB479Q) DOHC 16V (LF481Q3)
Lubrication system	Combined (sprinkling and under pressure)
Oil volume, l	3.5 (LFB479Q) 4 (LF481Q3)
Type of oil	Not lower than SG category (LFB479Q) 5W-40, 10W-40 (LF481Q3)
Cooling system	Forced coolant circulation
Type of fuel	Neeterized gasoline A-92, A-95
Fuel consumption, l / 100 km	8.2 (LFB479Q) 8 (LF481Q3)

Engine installed on the following cars: Lifan X 60 and Lifan Solano.

Description

Chinese Lifan LFB479Q and LF481Q3 engines are constructively represented by a row four-cylinder power unit with two high-location camshafts and a 16-valve cylinder head (DOHC 16V).

Their design has a lot in common, for example, the same type of lubricant and cooling systems. Fuel supply is carried out by the method of distributed injection with throttle valvecontrolled by electronics.

However, in the design of motors there are significant differences. For example:

• the drive of the gas distribution mechanism in the LF481Q3 motor is carried out using a belt, which does not exceed 100 thousand km., And in LFB479Q, a metal chain is used for this purpose, which has a large margin of strength;
• the LF481Q3 engine combustion chamber, in contrast to LFB479Q, has a wedge-shaped form, which provides high fuel combustion rate and reduces the loss of coolant;
• piston stroke in the LF481Q3 motor less than the diameter of the cylinder (short-acting engine), which requires to achieve maximum power of higher revolutions;
• different motors and systems electronic control. Force aggregate LFB479Q is equipped with an effective system of variable phases vVT-I timingthat allows you to get the maximum torque (168 nm) already at 4,200 about. min.

Tuning

Chinese engines LFB479Q and LF481Q3 in a specialized tuning studio can be subjected to chip tuning.

The engine tuning performed by experts will allow:

1. Increase power.
2. Eliminate factory flaws of software, leading to unpredictable roques and twitching.
3. Enlarge the motor life.
4. Increase the responsiveness of the electronic pedal of gas.
5. Reduce fuel consumption.
6. Increase the magnitude of the torque.

For firmware, an OBDII diagnostic jack is used, which is usually located in the pedal zone.

Lifan low-power engines

One of the priorities in the work of Lifan Group is the development and serial production of gasoline engines with a capacity of 2.5 to 15 liters.

Among them are the models:

• with electric starter;
• with a downhole reducer;
• with automatic clutch;
• with lighting coil.

These engines are installed on:

1. Motoblocks.
2. Electric generators.
3. Motorobsters, motorcycles, etc.

A typical representative of this type of product is the single-cylinder engine Lifan190F-R, with a capacity of 15 liters, and intended for installation on cultivators and other low-power techniques. It is distinguished by durability and efficiency, and the presence of a downgrade reducer allows you to expand its area of \u200b\u200buse.

In addition, the motor is equipped with a lighting coil, which makes it possible to connect the necessary equipment with a total power of no more than 40 W.

To start it, the transistor ignition system is used, which ensures reliable operation in any operating conditions.

From contemplation of the beauty of the mountain altai, I was distracted by an incomprehensible movement away. Looking with a roadside embankment on the river, I did not believe my eyes. Instead of carefully putting the car and make a spectacular frame in a shallow water, our colleague, without stopping, drove Lifan Vobod to the opposite shore. And he almost turned out: the car rose literally in a pair of meters from the desirable land. But but it got up capital, so it was already pulled out by KamAZ.

- Well, I warned it! - I crushed the test drive organizer. Why did you get into the river? I'm even here on the "Shishiga" with difficulty drove!

- Yes, the guys here were photographed, I decided to try ...

Red highlighting devices are too intrusive. The media system with the navigator and the rear view chamber goes to the top-end configuration of Luxury, which is only 50,000 p. More expensive "bases"

Now we know what an adventure can provoke a deceptive look of Lifan X50 even seeing the types of journalist. And this is not surprising at all. Indeed, in a fashionable "off-road" plastic body kit and with clearance of 185 mm (more than Lifan X60!) Chinese front-wheel drive hatchback looks very convincing. This fact Confirms the positive reaction of residents of the Altai Mountain Altai, who was actively interested in our car during photostosts. At first, it is even somehow not stacked in the head that behind the Urals, in the former kingdom of the right steering, people can attract the products of the Chinese automotive industry. But this one.

Pull the car to other Lifan X50 failed - it's good that Kamaz drivers helped

The people here are actively transplanted from the elderly "Japanese women" on the new "Chinese", among which the Lifan brand has a particularly strong position. And the point here is not even in the territorial proximity of China as such - the most popular Chinese models, as a rule, go to us from our own plants (now Lifan Motors has a contract assembly in Cherkessk, and soon the company has to earn its own plant in the Lipetsk region). The secret of success is that many models from the Middle Kingdom are essentially "copies" of cars of Japanese brands. The Chinese do not hide this: yes, copy, but for the benefit to the consumer - to please him inexpensive machine With good "roots".

In the case of the Lifan, the Toyota product was chosen to the imitation facility, which determined the success of this brand in the Trans-Urals. So, for example, popular Lifan Solano. In all, except for design, Corolla repeats in the 120th body, and the baby Smily is nothing more than the redesigned little Toyota Duet. What a "Toyota" served as the basis for Lifan X50, the dealers have not yet figured out, but this is only a matter of time: the car has recently went on sale, and repair practice has not yet been worked out.

Short Sails and clearance in 185 mm allow you to do such tricks, but the slightest slip - and the grip "burns"

But on the engine already something clear: apparently, it is made on the basis of the legendary "Toyotovsky" 5a-Fe and hopefully, just as reliable. Although the fact that the Chinese made an accurate copy of the engine, there are doubts. I had a reference cargo just with a 1.5-liter 5a-Fe. So, she accelerates what it must be even with a machine gun.

Even in the lower position driver's seat I rested my head into the ceiling

Here and with mechanical transmission All sad. "The bottoms cannot, the tops do not want" - to move in a slide, you have to fill the clutch. Well, the declared 11 seconds to hundreds (this figure is the same for "mechanics", and for the variator) and the maximum 170 km / h do not look like a mock. We managed to squeeze only 150 km / h along the speedometer, and then with great difficulty. However, the sluggish dynamics is not the main the problem is Lifan. X50: It is much worse that when trying to drive even on the light off-road, the clutch begins to "burn" after the first slip. This is really straining. What is this "SUV"?

An example of assembly quality

For the sake of spectacular frames, we drove the car on such stors, which then had to do long-term technical stops: there was nothing to breathe from the smell of pale linings in the cabin. Recycling The problem did not solve - the aroma of the plastic salon heated on the sun is a little better. Dealers know about it and, making the "pre-sale", put into the car the jar of flavoring (helps weakly). And also, having received the first reviews about the screens in the cabin, they began to stick the pieces of tape on the hinge locks of the back sofa back sofa. True, judging by the fact that it became with a tape after the first attempt to transform the salon, this is enough for a short time. But okay the tape. When, holding for the ceiling handle, I pulled it out with "meat", I had doubts that the car would be able to work out the same resource as unnecessary right-handed "Japanese" ...

So the Lifan dealers conduct pre-sale preparation

Say, what did you want for the money? Let's take it that. Over half a million rubles you can find an excellent used "three-year period" famous brand Or a new non-Chinese employee in a simple configuration. Of course, behind the Urals the choice of such machines is less than in the European part of Russia, but it is better to back to the right steering wheel than that "left". By the way, when the owner of VW Tiguan, who became interested in Lifan, found out our opinion about him, then made a very accurate conclusion - "It's too early to take." Yes, chinese cars While "raw", and so that they come to readiness must pass time.

The speed is visible well, but the tachometer arrow is "lost" on a red background

Driving Mediocre dynamics, "empty" steering wheel, clutch lining - consumables Salon Close: The driver rests on his head into the ceiling, tiny trunk. Resistant smell of "chinese" Comfort Only rich equipment and energy-intensive suspension please	280/1480 L.
Volume of fuel tank	42 L.
Engine	petrol, 4-cylinder., 1498 cm 3, 103/6000 hp / min -1, 133 / 3500-4500 nm / min -1
Transmission	mechanical, 5-speed, front-wheel drive
Tire size	195/50R15
Dynamics	170 km / h; 11.0 s to 100 km / h
Fuel consumption	6.3 l per 100 km in a mixed cycle

Verdict

"By purchasing" to appearance, rich equipment and "kinship" with Toyota, you need to understand that the fake will always be worse than the original. And the imaginary initial savings can turn out not only material losses on repair and resale, but also losses of the moral plan.