SAIC previously did a deal with Huatai to provide engines to their latest self branded SUV, a previous generation Sante-Fe. The engine, the 1.8 turbo assisted model, was developed by Rover before being bought out by SAIC who then improved the engine to meet 2008 emission specifications.
The turbo is from Honeywell, an electricly assisted model that helps the engine push out 118kw at 5500rpm, from 2000rpm to 4000rpm, the engine can push out 214nm.
Quite possibly the best thing about the Huatai Sante-fe, is the price - a mere 130,000rmb.
The 1.8 turbo is not a KV6 - it is a K-series in-line 4.
The KV6 is the V6 derived from the K-Series, and was produced by Rover in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre versions.
The 1.8-turbo K-series effectively replaced the 2.0 KV6 in Rover’s line up when introduced, as it produced less CO2, so was taxed less severely in the UK.
Neil - you are right, I am an idiot! I made this mistake last time I posted about this engine in the Huatai!
Is this related to the Hyundai Santa Fe? Sorry, I know little about Chinese auto manufacturers-I came to this site because I was interested in the MG-when can I get one in the US?
Sometime resident of Santa Fe, NM, USA
Currently Qinhuangdao, China