BorgWarner Turbocharges Great Wall Haval H5

The booming Chinese automotive industry has transformed in recent years the way in which the local manufacturers are building their cars. The shift for dubious parts, which made Chinese vehicles to be considered low-quality in the rest of the world, has begun being replaced with parts coming from suppliers with a pedigree, at the same time opening the export doors for brands like Great Wall.

In an attempt to make one of its models, the Haval H5, more appealing, Great Wall decided to fit the SUV with BorgWarner-sourced parts, including turbochargers with variable turbine geometry and Torque-On-Demand (TOD) transfer cases. Haval is the model with which Great Wall wants to enter the US market.

To be fitted on the 2.0l diesel engine that powers the SUV, the BorgWarner parts will then get used on several other Great Wall vehicles as well, including light commercial vehicles and medium cars.

The technologies used on the engine will help the Chinese car maker gain some horsepower and trim the fuel consumption levels of the model. According to Great Wall, the turbochargers and transfer case will allow for an average fuel consumption of 34 mpg (6.8 liters/100 km) and Euro 4 emissions standards compliance.

"BorgWarner's advanced turbocharging and emissions technologies enable Great Wall Motor's new diesel engine to meet stringent emissions standards with excellent fuel economy, while our advanced all-wheel drive technology improves traction and enhances stability for a safer, more comfortable overall driving experience," said Timothy M. Manganello, BorgWarner CEO.