Chery Fulwin 2

Chery Fulwin 2
Overview
ManufacturerChery
Also calledChery A13
Chery Storm 2
Chery Bonus (sedan, Russia)
Chery Very (hatchback, Russia)
Chery Celer (Brazil)
Chery Cristal (Indonesia)
ZAZ Forza (Ukraine)
MVM 315/315 Plus (Iran)
Production2009–2019
AssemblyWuhu, Anhui, China
Zaporizhia, Ukraine (ZAZ)
Kerman, Iran (MVM)
Jacareí, Brazil[1]
DesignerTorino Design
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact (B)
Body style4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
LayoutFF layout
RelatedChery Tiggo 3x
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L SQR477F I4 (petrol)
Transmission5-speed manual/automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,527 mm (99.5 in)
Length4,269 mm (168.1 in) (sedan, 2009–)
4,139 mm (163.0 in) (hatchback, 2009–)
4,333 mm (170.6 in) (sedan, 2012–)[2]
4,188 mm (164.9 in) (hatchback, 2012–)[3]
Width1,686 mm (66.4 in)
Height1,492 mm (58.7 in)
Curb weight1,200–1,275 kg (2,646–2,811 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorChery A15
SuccessorChery E3

The Chery A13, also known as Fulwin 2, is a subcompact car manufactured by the Chinese automaker Chery. It is the successor of the A15 (Cowin) in the Chery lineup.[4] The car was presented for the first time at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show. A facelifted version was introduced at the 2012 Guangzhou Motor Show.[5]

Its rivals include the FAW Oley, JAC J3, Honda Amaze, Nissan March, Toyota Etios and Suzuki Swift.

Production

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It is also manufactured in Ukraine, since 2011, by the local company AvtoZAZ with the name of ZAZ Forza.[6] A total of 4,138 units were produced in 2011,[7] 2,853 units in 2012,[8] and 1,447 units in 2013.[9] Cars assembled in Ukraine are sold in Russia, as Chery Very (hatchback) and Chery Bonus (liftback).[10]

Engine

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It is powered by a 1.5-litre 16-valve petrol engine of the Chery Acteco family, with a maximum power output of 80 kW (109 PS; 107 bhp) at 6,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 140 N⋅m (103 lb⋅ft) at 3,000 rpm. The top speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).[11]

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References

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  1. ^ "Chery inaugura fábrica em Jacareí (SP)" (in Portuguese). Novidades Automotivas. 5 September 2014. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
  2. ^ "Model - Fulwin 2 FL". Archived from the original on 2020-04-13. Retrieved 2016-03-30.
  3. ^ "Model - Fulwin 2 FL HB". Archived from the original on 2020-04-13. Retrieved 2016-03-30.
  4. ^ "Goodbye, Chery Cowin! The new boy is in town! Chery A13". China Car Times. 2008-03-04. Archived from the original on 2012-06-24. Retrieved 2011-05-14.
  5. ^ "Facelifted Chery Fulwin 2 debuts at the Guangzhou Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com. 24 November 2012. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
  6. ^ "CJSC "ZAZ" presents the new vehicle". AvtoZAZ. 2011-02-17.
  7. ^ "Results of January- December". AvtoZAZ. 2012-01-17.
  8. ^ "Production results of PJSC "ZAZ" in 2012". ZAZ. 5 February 2013. Retrieved 5 August 2013.
  9. ^ "Results of Production in 2013". ZAZ. 6 February 2014. Retrieved 16 February 2014.
  10. ^ "Chery Very Hatchback Hit Russia's Car Saloons". Wroom.ru. 6 September 2011. Archived from the original on 12 November 2012. Retrieved 25 December 2012.
  11. ^ "Fulwin2 Hatchback Specifications". Chery Automobile. Archived from the original on 2011-10-07. Retrieved 2011-10-09.
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