The front-wheel-drive crossover Brilliance V5 was introduced on the Russian market in March 2014. Production of the car using the large-unit assembly method was established at the facilities of the Derways plant in Cherkessk. In China, Brilliance V5 began mass production in late 2011. Overall dimensions of the car are 4405 mm in length, 1800 mm in width and 1627 mm in height, wheelbase - 2630 mm. The front wheel track width is 1544 mm, the rear wheel track is 1530 mm, ground clearance (clearance) is 175 mm with standard tires 225 / 55R17. The weight of the crossover in running order is from 1415 kg to 1455 kg, the fuel tank is designed for 55 liters of gasoline.
The appearance of the V5 model, according to the representatives of the brand, was created by Pininfarina specialists, which, however, did not affect its similarity with the BMW X1. The front part of the Chinese crossover with large headlights, under the glasses of which are placed lens optics and ribbons of LED running lights, false radiator grille in the form of an inverted trapezium with smoothed corners and rich chrome trim, a solid bumper with aerodynamic elements, fog eyes and a wide smile, and a smile. underlined aluminum insert. But the back of the body model V5 shows originality.
Large ovals of marker lamps connected by a chrome-plated crossbar, elegant stamping on the wings, a massive bumper with a wide skirt made of unpainted plastic complements the wide insert for metal. The salon greets the driver and passengers with a hard budget plastic, but with a pleasant texture and original combinations (stylish inserts on the front panel, center console and door cards), cloth upholstery, minor flaws in ergonomics and interior design. The steering wheel with three spokes is adjustable only in height. Driver and front passenger seat with a flat pillow, but the back with bright lateral support. In Russia, the car is available in two trim levels - Comfort and Deluxe.
The basic equipment of Comfort includes two airbags, ABS, EBD, ESP and TCS, emergency braking systems, air conditioning, audio system (radio, CD MP3, USB, AUX-IN with 4 speakers), electric windows on all doors, parking sensors, roof rails. In addition to the standard equipment, the richer Deluxe version gets foglights, electric drive and heated mirrors, factory tinted glass, electric sunroof, leather-trimmed steering wheel, 8 speakers for the audio system, keyless access to the salon and the Start-Stop button to start the engine. Under the hood is a Brilliance V5 1.6-liter engine producing 110 hp, delivering 151 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm.
The 4A92S engine is the fruit of the collaboration of Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi and Chrysler. Among its features are an aluminum cylinder block weighing 19.8 kg, a gas distribution mechanism with a variable valve timing system (MIVEC — developed by Mitsubishi), and a fuel injection system developed by Bosch in cooperation with SHANHAI. The engine is paired with both a 5-speed manual gearbox (JW5F18C), manufactured by Guanzhou Automotive Component Co., based on a Toyota C50 box, and with a 5-speed automatic, 5F16S, developed by the Korean Hyundai-Powertech Corporation, which used the Mitsubishi design basis.
Acceleration to 100 km / h takes the car with the "mechanics" 11.9 seconds (13, 9 with "automatic"). The maximum speed is 178 km / h. Plus, the crossover is very economical, because according to the manufacturer it consumes in a mixed drive mode 7.2 liters with an automatic gearbox and 6.9 liters with mechanics. As for the Brilliance V5 suspension, the front is an independent spring type MacPherson with anti-roll bars, and the rear is a semi-dependent spring (beam) with anti-roll bar. The steering mechanism is equipped with eletroservrivodom.
According to the results of the Chinese crash tests C-NCAP on the front and side impact, Brilliance V5 received the highest rating - 5 stars. Brilliance V5 will compete with such models as Lifan X60, Chery Tiggo, Geely Emgrand X7 and Haima 7.
