When driving around the city, any driver often stumbles upon speed bumps. Not all cars can easily slip through such an obstacle. So Lifan Solano, which has recently been upgraded, is not designed for racing through obstacles.
Anyone who has encountered this problem, especially if there are 2-3 people in the car, understands perfectly well what is at stake. In addition to speed bumps, obstacles exist in the forest, on village roads and broken roads. If your car starts to “scratch” its bottom and threatens to break the muffler, then urgently take up the solution to this problem.
It is necessary to start it in a complex and cost increase ground clearance in Lifan Solano will be far from cheap, but the effect of the procedure is obvious.
Let's see what affects the increase in ground clearance (clearance) on Lifan Solano.
Change tires first. In the basic configuration was 175 / 70R14, you need to put 185/80/R14.
The second task will be to change the springs, but this task needs to be solved with a little refinement. The springs must be put on one rubber hose for each coil.
As much as possible, this method can increase ground clearance up to 20 centimeters. As for the financial side of the issue, then such an upgrade will cost you 12,000 rubles.
Raising the rear of the car even by 4-5 centimeters will make it easier to drive on snowy roads, off-road, yards, potholes and pits.
A budget way to raise the ride height will make you feel more confident on the road, compared to driving before changing the clearance between the bottom and the road.
In the basic configuration, the springs, both rear and front, of the Lifan Solano car are very soft. Even if your goal is not to raise the rear of the car, the new springs will make the suspension stiffer.
In addition to all of the above, with a slight rise in the rear of the car, the rubber will not rub against the metal.
Debut Lifan Solano 2 2016-2017 model year took place at the Moscow motor show in August this year. New Lifan Solano significantly updated, the prefix "II" appeared in its name. The four-door received a fresher appearance, increased dimensions, a completely modern interior, as well as modernized technical characteristics. We note right away that the price of Lifan Solano in a new body starts from 499.9 thousand rubles.
Appearance and overall dimensions
Lifan Solano 2 generation retained a large number of exterior elements of its predecessor. At the same time, photos of the new generation Lifan Solano indicate that the sedan looks more stylish and solid compared to the previously available version. The front part of the body has acquired beautiful optics and a massive radiator grille. At the rear, the changes also benefited - the lights look very good, and the bumper was able to add appearance sedan even more solidity.
As we wrote above, the updated Lifan Solano received a significant increase in size compared to the first generation of the model.
Dimensions Lifan Solano II (Lifan Solano 2) 2016-2017:
- length - 4 620 mm;
- width - 1,705 mm;
- height - 1 495 mm;
- wheelbase size - 2 605 mm.
The manufacturer says that ground clearance (clearance) Lifan Solano 2016 in a new body is equal to 165 mm. The curb weight of the sedan reaches 1155 kg, and full mass equal to 1530 kg.
Inner space
Salon Lifan Solano 2017 model year looks very stylish and harmonious. According to this indicator, the car will be able to compete with classmates in its price range.
Attention should be paid to the new multifunctional wheel with three spokes, a well-thought-out dashboard and a well-arranged center console. On the last one are located touchscreen multimedia system with a diagonal of 7 inches, as well as the usual "twists" to control the operation of the climate system.
The interior of the Lifan Solano 2 2016-2017 model year fully complies with the requirements of the current buyer in terms of design. We can mention a beautiful metal frame on the center console, as well as comfortable lighting. dashboard. The upper part of the front panel is made of a rather pleasant material.
There are no problems with the amount of free space in the front and rear seats. But it is worth noting the fact that the seat profile is not the most comfortable, so some difficulties may arise. The trunk volume of the new Solano is 650 liters, and this figure is easily increased by folding the rear backrest.
Engine, gearbox, technical stuffing and fuel consumption
Specifications Lifan Solano 2 2016-2017 suggest the use of only one power unit. We are talking about the atmospheric "quartet" with a working volume of 1.5 liters, which develops 100 hp. The maximum torque of this motor is 129 Nm (at 3.5-4.5 thousand rpm). This engine received a cast-iron cylinder block, which makes it quite reliable. The maximum speed of the sedan declared by the manufacturer is 180 km / h, and the average fuel consumption of Lifan Solano in the new body is 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers. The car is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission and front wheel drive.
Specialists from the Celestial Empire have seriously worked on improving the efficiency of the power unit. So, the new Lifan Solano 2017 boasts the presence of CVT and VVT systems. Electronic ignition timing is used, which allows you to constantly change the ignition of the fuel. This helps to reduce fuel consumption and reduce harmful emissions. Also, the 2nd generation Lifan Solano engine received separate ignition coils for each cylinder. This means that there will be no problems with the ignition of a mixture of gasoline and air, regardless of the load and engine speed.
The sedan is based on an improved platform of the first generation model. In front of the car, an independent suspension with McPherson struts is used, but at the back there is a semi-independent linkage suspension on springs and hydraulic shock absorbers. According to the developers, Lifan Solano 2 is equipped with updated chassis elements and steering. The novelty has an electric power steering, which allows you to easily turn the steering wheel and guarantees ease of maneuvering in difficult conditions on the road. Unfortunately, steering column adjustable only in height.
Already in the base on the new Lifan Solano 2016-2017 there are disc brakes on all wheels, which are complemented by ABS and EBD systems. Recall that ABS prevents the wheels from locking when sliding, and EBD helps prevent skidding. Both systems guarantee maximum safe operation sedan. The three-volume truck boasts the presence of rear parking sensors.
Prices and equipment Lifan Solano 2
In Russia, they offer three trim levels of Lifan Solano 2016-2017: Basic, Comfort and Luxury.
- basic. In the basic version, the sedan received two airbags, an audio system with 4 speakers, four electric windows, standard alarm, central locking with remote control, air conditioning, ABS, leatherette upholstery, as well as metal wheel disks. Price - 499 900 rubles.
- comfort. In the next configuration of Lifan Solano in a new body, a cigarette lighter, an ashtray, an immobilizer and heated front seats are already available. Price - 569 900 rubles.
- luxury. Top version The Solano 2017 is additionally equipped with rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera, heated and electric mirrors, a multifunctional steering wheel, a standard navigation system and 15-inch alloy wheels. Price - 599 900 rubles.
Video test drive Lifan Solano II (Lifan Solano 2) 2016-2017:
Recently, more and more Chinese cars began to appear in our country. There is always a demand for such machines. This is not surprising, because these cars are much cheaper than European or Korean ones. In today's article, we will consider Lifan Solano. Some call it the Chinese "Corolla". But is Lifan as reliable as Toyota, and is it worth buying it?
Description
So, Lifan Solano is a four-door five-seater sedan that has been mass-produced since 2007. The release of these machines has been established in several countries:
- China.
- Iran.
- Tunisia.
- Russia (assembly at the Derways plant in Cherkessk).
Appearance
The car does not differ in catchy appearance. It's simple budget sedan. In front - conventional halogen headlights (high beam lint) and a chrome grille. The car has a lot windshield, which smoothly goes to the roof. Turn signals are integrated into the mirrors. Regularly, iron discs are offered for the car, but casting is available in more expensive trim levels. An additional brake light and fog lights are already available in the basic version.
What do owners reviews say about the Lifan Solano body? Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the poor quality of the paintwork. Paint after two years of operation is covered with numerous chips. Peeling off the chrome on the grille. However, this is not the worst, say the reviews of the owners. Lifan Solano II rusts, and quickly. The owners have to regularly process the metal so that the car does not rot. From the factory "Lifan Solano" is poorly protected from corrosion.
"Lifan Solano": dimensions, clearance
According to the European classification, the car corresponds to the C-class. The total body length is 4.55 meters, width - 1.7, height - 1.5 meters. The ground clearance is 15 centimeters. According to reviews, Lifan Solano is not too low, but due to the long wheelbase (2.6 meters), it will be difficult to overcome bumps.
Salon
Inside it's typical chinese car with wooden inserts and chrome elements. Four-spoke steering wheel, adjustable. The center console has a built-in CD player. Nearby are compact air deflectors. A little lower is the block air conditioner. Interior color may vary. There are both black and beige interiors. But the latter looks much more pleasant, reviews say.
Lifan Solano is also equipped with heated seats. But even here there were some incidents. So, many owners complained about the failure of the system. The heating did not work after the third inclusion. For some, the situation was different - the system literally burned through the seat upholstery. Good official dealer recognized this as a warranty case and replaced the seats completely.
Specifications
The car has two power units. So, the base engine is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder "aspirated" with a 16-valve cylinder head and an aluminum cylinder block. Maximum engine power - 106 Horse power. Torque - 137 Nm, available at 3.5 thousand rpm. Paired with this unit is a five-speed mechanics or a stepless variator. Acceleration to hundreds according to passport data - 15.5 seconds. Max Speed- 170 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption in mixed mode - 7.5 liters.
The top of the line is a 1.8-liter engine with 125 horsepower. It also has a 16-valve head and an aluminum block. Engine torque - 160 Nm at 4.2 thousand revolutions per minute. This unit is completed with a non-alternative five-speed mechanics. Acceleration to hundreds takes exactly 14 seconds. The maximum speed is 200 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption - 8.2 liters per hundred in combined mode.
Motor problems
According to the reviews of the owners, Lifan Solano 2 has a serious "disease" - these are vibrations from the motor. They are quite strong and appear as idling as well as while moving. The reason for this phenomenon is not clear - the dealer explains this by a feature of the installation attachments. In order to somehow reduce vibrations, the owners install the corrugations on the exhaust pipe and loosen the muffler. There is an opinion that the mount is very rigid and vibration is easily transmitted to the car body.
Transmission
There were a lot of complaints about the box, namely the clutch. According to reviews, clutch slips are often noticeable on Lifan Solano. The reason for this was the thin petals of the basket, because of which they were significantly deformed on insignificant runs. But as the reviews say, such a problem is rarely observed on the Lifan Solano 2 - the manufacturer began to install a reinforced basket with stronger petals.
Owners also complain about the unreliable drive design. The clutch rod did not fully enter the slave cylinder due to the stiff and thick spring. Because of this, the clutch did not fully disengage. The owners themselves had to change the hard spring to a softer one (by the way, they often installed it from the Corolla, without modifications). Some have altered the clutch rod to a shorter one.
At the service center, the mechanics noticed at that time that clutch problems on the Lifan often happened due to a poorly adjusted pedal. Its free play and position had to be set again, using a locking cotter pin.
On a run of twenty thousand kilometers, the input shaft bearing began to buzz. This noise was clearly audible when driving in second and third gear.
Chassis
The car is built on a front-wheel drive "cart" with load-bearing body. Front - independent suspension with MacPherson struts. Behind is a semi-independent beam with trailing arms. Disc brakes on both axles. Steering- rail with hydraulic booster.
What do they say about the Lifan Solano II suspension reviews? Owners complain about an unknown creak that appears on a run of more than 20 thousand kilometers. It especially intensifies in winter. Also, often the owners are faced with suspension knocks. Shock absorbers leak after 30 thousand kilometers. By the same time the racks are tapping transverse stabilizer.
Gives less problems ABS system with which the machine is equipped as standard. The reason for the failure of the system is the low quality brake fluid and in unclicked chips. The original pads are very hard, which leads to rapid wear of the discs themselves. In winter, the power steering pump hums. The problem is also low-quality fluid. Tie rods knock on a run of 20 thousand kilometers.
Price
On the secondary market you can buy "Lifan Solano" at a price of 175 to 300 thousand rubles on average. If we talk about new models, they are available at a price of 600 thousand rubles. At the same time, the basic package includes:
- Forged 15" wheels with decorative hubcaps.
- Fog lights.
- Steering column adjustment.
- Full size spare.
- Power windows for all doors.
- Central locking.
- Air conditioner.
- Heated side mirrors.
At the same time, in the “base” there is only a fabric interior and there is no radio (audio preparation is provided). The deluxe version has:
Summing up
So, we found out what reviews Lifan Solano has. As you can see, the car is not without various "diseases". You should not think that for a small price (almost three times lower than that of the Corolla) you can buy a truly high-quality and reliable car. When purchasing Lifan Solano, you need to be prepared for unforeseen breakdowns and other situations.
At the very end of the summer of 2016, as part of the international review automotive industry in Moscow (traditionally scheduled for the end of August), Lifan held the official premiere of a seriously modernized version of the compact Solano sedan with the prefix "II", which the Chinese themselves call only the "second generation" of this model.
The car, presented in the Celestial Empire back in April 2015 under the index "650", has been radically updated externally, added in size, acquired a more modern interior and received an improved technical component.
The second “release” of Lifan Solano retained its recognizable outlines, but became much more attractive, more mature and more original than its predecessor. The three-volume model tried on a harmonious facade with slightly frowning lighting equipment and a large radiator grille, and its feed was transformed towards solidity due to nice lights “creeping” on the trunk lid and a “meaty” bumper.
The restyled Solano-650 has noticeably increased in size compared to its predecessor: its length is 4620 mm, of which 2605 mm fits wheelbase, and the width and height do not exceed 1705 mm and 1495 mm, respectively.
Claimed clearance (ground clearance) - 165 mm.
In running order, the weight of the car is from 1270 to 1280 kg (depending on the version), and its maximum allowable weight reaches 1580 kg.
Inside, Lifan Solano II looks attractive, concise and moderately strict, in no way inferior to direct competitors.
In the interior of the sedan, attention is drawn to a modern multi-steering wheel with a three-spoke design, an originally arranged and informative instrument panel and an ergonomic center console, on which a 7-inch touchscreen of an advanced infotainment complex and a stylish climate control are concentrated.
The interior of the four-door is well assembled using inexpensive, but quite good-quality finishing materials: hard plastics, glossy “decor”, “metal-like” inserts and artificial leather in the seat upholstery with red thread stitching.
The front seats of the car do not have the most comfortable profile with poorly developed support on the sides, but a wide range of adjustments. On the second row there is a hospitably molded sofa that can accommodate three passengers of average height (however, they definitely won’t feel the excess of free space).
A complete order for a three-volume vehicle and with cargo capabilities is all the same 650 liters, which can be increased by folding the rear sofa (i.e., sacrificing “passenger capacity”). In the underground niche - full-size spare wheel on a stamped disk.
On the Russian market The “second Solano” is offered with two gasoline four-cylinder “atmospherics” equipped with a cast-iron cylinder block, variable valve timing, multi-point fuel injection and a 16-valve DOHC timing belt:
- The base version is a 1.5-liter (1498 cubic centimeters) engine, which has 100 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 129 Nm of torque at 4000-5000 rpm.
- More productive versions rely on a 1.8-liter (1794 cubic centimeter) engine that produces 133 hp. at 6000 rpm and 168 Nm of torque at 4200-4400 rpm.
Both units are mated with a 5-speed “mechanics” and a leading front axle, and the “senior” is also with a stepless CVT variator as an option.
Maximum Opportunities Chinese sedan do not exceed 180 km / h, and its fuel consumption varies from 6.5 to 7 liters (depending on modification) for each "combined hundred" run.
The three-volume Lifan Solano II is based on a modernized platform from its predecessor with independent suspension MacPherson type in front and a semi-independent scheme with a twisting beam at the rear (“in a circle” - with anti-roll bars).
The vehicle is equipped with rack and pinion steering with electric power steering, mounted on a shaft. On all wheels of the four-door, disc brakes are used (ventilated in front), working in conjunction with ABS, EBD and other electronics.
On the Russian market, Lifan Solano II is offered in three versions - "Basic", "Comfort" and "Luxury".
For the starting equipment of a car with a 1.5-liter unit, they ask for a minimum of 559,900 rubles, for which you get: front airbags, 15-inch steel wheels, “leather” seat upholstery, ABS, EBD, four electric windows, air conditioning, an audio system with four speakers and some other equipment.
A three-volume engine with a 1.8-liter engine is provided with the Comfort version at a price of 729,900 rubles, for the “top” version you will have to pay from 759,900 rubles, and you can’t buy a modification with a CVT for less than 809,900 rubles.
The most “fancy” cars have: 15-inch alloy wheels, a multifunctional steering wheel, keyless entry, engine start from a button, heating and electric rear-view mirrors, a multimedia system, heated front seats, “music” with six speakers, rear parking sensors and others. chips."