Promotion "Grand Sale"
Location
The promotion applies only to new cars.
The offer is valid only for promotional vehicles. The current list and amounts of discounts can be found on this website or from the managers of the car dealership.
Promotion "Loyalty Program"
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The maximum benefit offered for maintenance at MAS MOTORS' own service center is 50,000 rubles when purchasing a new car.
These funds are provided in the form of a bonus amount linked to the client’s loyalty card. These funds cannot be cashed out or exchanged in any other way for a cash equivalent.
Bonuses can only be spent on:
- Purchase of spare parts, accessories and additional equipment in the MAS MOTORS showroom;
- Discount when paying for maintenance at the MAS MOTORS dealership.
Write-off restrictions:
- For each scheduled (regular) maintenance, the discount cannot exceed 1000 rubles.
- For each unscheduled (irregular) maintenance – no more than 2000 rubles.
- For the purchase of additional equipment - no more than 30% of the amount of purchase of additional equipment.
The basis for providing a discount is a customer loyalty card issued in our salon. The card is not personalized.
MAS MOTORS reserves the right to change the terms of the loyalty program without notifying cardholders. The client undertakes to independently study the terms of service on this website.
Promotion “Trade-In or Recycling”
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The promotion applies only to procedures for purchasing new cars.
The maximum benefit is 60,000 rubles if:
- an old car is accepted under the Trade-In program and its age does not exceed 3 years;
- the old car was handed over under the terms of the state recycling program; the age of the handed over vehicle is not important in this case.
The benefit is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.
It can be combined with benefits under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” and “Travel reimbursement” programs.
You cannot use the discount under the recycling program and Trade-In at the same time.
The vehicle may belong to your close relative. The latter may be considered: siblings, parents, children or spouses. Family ties will need to be documented.
Other features of participation in the promotion are listed below.
For the Trade-In program
The final amount of the benefit can only be determined after evaluating the car accepted under the Trade-In program.
For the recycling program
You can take part in the promotion only after providing:
- official state-issued recycling certificate,
- documents on deregistration of the old vehicle with the traffic police,
- documents confirming ownership of the scrapped vehicle.
The scrapped vehicle must have been owned by the applicant or his close relative for at least 1 year.
Only disposal certificates issued after 01/01/2015 are considered.
Promotion “Credit or installment plan 0%”
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The benefits under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” program can be combined with the benefits under the “Trade-In or Recycling” and “Travel Compensation” programs.
The final amount of the maximum benefit received when purchasing a vehicle under special programs at the MAS MOTORS dealership can be used as payment for services for installing additional equipment at the dealership’s service center or as a discount on the car relative to its base price - at the discretion of the dealership.
Installment plan
If you pay in installments, the maximum benefit under the program can reach 70,000 rubles. A prerequisite for receiving benefits is a down payment of 50%.
The installment plan is issued as a car loan, provided without overpayment relative to the original cost of the car for a period of 6 to 36 months, if there are no violations of the agreement with the bank during the payment process.
Loan products are provided by partner banks of the MAS MOTORS car dealership indicated on the page
The absence of overpayment occurs due to the provision of a special selling price for the car. Without a loan, the special price is not provided.
The term “Special selling price” means the price calculated taking into account the retail price of the vehicle, as well as all special offers valid at the MAS MOTORS dealership, which include benefits when purchasing a vehicle under the “Trade-In or Recycling” and “Disposal” programs. Travel compensation."
Other details about installment terms are indicated on the page
Lending
If you apply for a car loan through partner banks of the MAS MOTORS car dealership, the maximum benefit when purchasing a car can be 70,000 rubles if the down payment exceeds 10% of the cost of the purchased car.
The list of partner banks and lending conditions can be found on the page
Promotion Cash discount
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The promotion only applies to the purchase of new cars.
The maximum benefit amount will be 40,000 rubles if the client pays in cash at the cash desk of the MAS MOTORS car dealership on the day the purchase and sale agreement is concluded.
The discount is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.
The promotion is limited to the number of cars available for purchase and automatically ends when the remaining stock is exhausted.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to refuse a promotion participant to receive a discount if individual actions of the participant do not comply with the promotion rules given here.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this promotion, as well as the range and number of promotional cars, including suspending the timing of the promotion by amending the rules of the promotion presented here.
State programs
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The discount is only available when purchasing new cars using credit funds from partner banks.
The bank reserves the right to refuse to issue a loan without giving reasons.
Car loans are provided by partner banks of the MAS MOTORS showroom, indicated on the page
The vehicle and the client must meet the requirements of the selected government subsidy program.
The maximum benefit under government car loan subsidy programs is 10%, provided that the cost of the car does not exceed the established threshold for the selected loan program.
Detailed conditions for participation are indicated on special pages:
- "First car" -
- "Family car" -
Personal discount
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The discount is provided by a personal manager or the head of a car dealership. The promotion applies only to new cars.
The offer is valid only for promotional vehicles. The current list and amounts of discounts can be found on this website or from the managers of the car dealership. The discount is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.
The number of products is limited. The promotion automatically ends when the available number of promotional vehicles is exhausted.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to refuse a promotion participant to receive a discount if individual actions of the participant do not comply with the promotion rules given here.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this promotion, as well as the range and number of promotional cars, including suspending the timing of the promotion by amending the rules of the promotion presented here.
Promotion "Travel Compensation"
Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.
The maximum benefit under the program can be 10,000 rubles. The actual amount will be determined based on the costs confirmed by the client.
The following may be considered as evidence:
- Original train tickets;
- Original bus tickets;
- Other checks confirming travel expenses from your place of residence to the city of Moscow.
The administration of the car dealership reserves the right to refuse to provide benefits without giving reasons.
The benefit can be combined with the benefit under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” and “Trade-In or disposal” programs.
The method of payment when purchasing a vehicle does not affect the terms of payment.
The final amount of the maximum benefit received when purchasing a vehicle under special programs at the MAS MOTORS dealership can be used as payment for services for installing additional equipment at the dealership’s service center or as a discount on the car relative to its base price - at the discretion of the dealership.
Lifan X50 is a K1 class SUV with front-wheel drive. The Chinese was presented at the Beijing Auto Show in the spring of last 2014. The start of sales in the Russian Federation was planned to begin in 2015. Manufacturers talk about the new product as a youth crossover made in European style, but in reality it is an elevated hatchback with the qualities of an SUV. All.
Car history
Among the advantages of the model are its low cost and modern design. Based on statistics, not as many cars were sold during the year as planned. But if we speak for other Chinese cars, then the Lifan X50 is a fairly popular car in its own tight niche.
A small SUV in the Middle Kingdom was designed according to an already worked out plan. As a standard scheme, manufacturers take a compact hatchback, increase its ride height, put protective plastic around the entire perimeter of the car and, in general, the vehicle is ready.
Chinese workers decided to take a compact sedan for their own car, cut off the rear area, increase ground clearance, change the nose and add a little plastic. It is clear that the power unit, together with the gearbox, also migrated from the Lifan 530. The vehicle is assembled at the facilities of the Derways enterprise in Cherkessk, like other models of the Chinese company in the Russian Federation.
In addition, the company has its own Lifan enterprise in Lipetsk, however, it could not be completed due to the crisis. Lifan X50 review of this model can be viewed on our website. If you have your own thoughts about this car, you can leave your comments at the end of the article.
Exterior
If you take a closer look at the exterior of a car from the Middle Kingdom, you will notice that the car looks fresh, modern, original and even stylish. The nose of the car, which has a front-wheel drive layout, although it has some similarities with the sedan version of the Celliya, features a more massive bumper with a massive trapezoidal air intake, an aerodynamic lip along the edge at the bottom and has fashionable LED fog lights.
Between the large pointed headlights with optical system lenses and brackets of LED running lights, a narrow slot in the false radiator grille has found its place. In order to actually overcome off-road conditions, acceptable ground clearance alone is not enough. Even fairly short overhangs interfere with this activity.
On top of everything, the real ground clearance of the Lifan X50 turns out to be less than stated. But for moving around the city or traveling to the country, the Lifan X50 2015 is perfect. In addition, the appearance of the new Lifan fully corresponds to the concept of the model: the nasal area has X-shaped lines, and the rear area has U-shaped lines.
The Chinese cleverly manage to easily deceive customers, demonstrating false affection with Japanese roots. The front appears to have been taken from . To improve the aggressiveness rating, the company decided to introduce a centrally located bump stop that appears to be made of aluminum.
The side of the Lifan X 50 car is able to attract the eye by the presence of a roof line falling towards the rear and an ascending line of side glazing, as if this car is a sports hatchback. The large wheel arches will accommodate 15-inch wheels without any difficulty.
These will be light alloy wheels with an original pattern design. Paying attention to the wheel arches, it becomes clear that size 15 is far from the limit for them. The reasonable shape of the doorways will provide comfortable seating not only in the first, but also in the second row.
Small body overhangs, a small hood along with the compact rear of the car, the swollen surface of the wings and doors eloquently indicate that the Chinese car has aggressive qualities. And only plastic protection and a fairly high ground clearance speak of its off-road capabilities.
The profile of the new car looks good. The design team really did a good job here. They were able to combine the “trolley” of the sedan and the side part of the hatchback in such a way that you won’t immediately understand what’s what. The rear of the Chinese crossover Lifan X50 looks quite impressive and unusual, which sometimes gives the impression that it is not a Chinese car, but an Italian one.
This is partly due to the soft lines of the tailgate doors, which feature compact glass. This image is completed by a spoiler, which also serves as decoration, as well as the presence of neat drops of dimensional light-enhancing equipment and a bumper with pleasant lines.
After “inspecting” the appearance of the Lifan X50, I would like to positively evaluate the work of the company’s design staff. The body part of the car is protected from chips and scratches by black plastic protection. Also, good protection was added to the wheel arches, sills and both bumpers.
At the stern, designers only had enough for the intricate shape of the rear window. It is a real curse for drivers looking in the rearview mirror. The bumper has integrated fog lights, as well as another bump stop.
In general, the exterior of the car is made in standard Chinese style. Why? Because they took something from one car, something else from another. According to Russian dealers, the painting and bodywork system has been improved.
This is partly due to requests from car owners. They also decided to increase the thickness of the paintwork, and problems with rust should appear less frequently. It’s nice that the body completely undergoes mandatory processing (lowered into a cataphoresis bath).
Interior
Despite the interesting design of the Lifan X50 crossover 2015, the designers made the interior even more pleasant. It looks very memorable, elegant, stylish and even has a sporty spirit. Perhaps the color red should have been used less when decorating the interior, because it is a very aggressive color and can slightly distract the driver from driving the car, and may also irritate other passengers a little.
On the dashboard, the instruments themselves are placed in “deep bells”, and in the center there is a large tachometer with a red background, inside of which an electronic speedometer is visible. In front of the driver is a 3-spoke steering wheel, which houses the audio system control keys, and on the center console there is an audio system control unit and a modest microclimate panel.
Inside the Lifan X 50 crossover is made of inexpensive but pleasant plastic, which is diluted with silver-colored inserts that imitate metal. The front seats offer little in the way of lateral support and have a flat profile. It is worth noting that plain dark plastic is very noisy when tapped and also emits an unpleasant odor.
You can notice a lack of proper ergonomics on the seats. The cushion turned out to be short, but the chairs are trimmed with leather even in the basic version. The centrally mounted console looks good. But the steering wheel can only be adjusted according to the angle of inclination, and this cannot be done according to the reach. The fact that the tachometer turned out to be red is not so bad; the needle on it also turned red, which is why it is simply impossible to see important information.
Dashboard According to the results of unbiased test drives of the car, they talk about its advantages and disadvantages, but, in general, they demonstrated that Lifan Industry Co.Ltd. managed to avoid the mistakes that were inherent in previously produced vehicles.
I was pleasantly pleased with the presence of a sufficient number of pockets and various niches for small things, which has a good effect on ease of use. There are several pseudo-lines running along the dashboard, which are supposed to visually divide the panel into several parts, but in reality they only spoil the view. Although the seats are covered in leather, their shape leaves much to be desired.
Despite the fact that there is enough headroom for people sitting behind, there is clearly not enough room in the knees. Due to the short wheelbase (a little more than 2.5 meters), people sitting in the back are not very comfortable. There is a spare wheel in the luggage compartment under the raised floor.
In the pre-restyling version, the luggage compartment volume was 570 liters, but now it has been increased to 650 liters. If necessary, it is possible to fold the rear sofa and increase the useful volume of the luggage compartment to 1136 liters.
Specifications
Power unit
Speaking about the technical stuffing of the Lifan X50 crossover 2015, Chinese designers decided to install only one gasoline unit under the hood with a displacement of 1.5 liters and 103 hp. It is a four-cylinder, in-line, 16-valve engine of the LF479Q2-B series. Not without a system for changing valve timing. Surely the engine has an aluminum cylinder block and a chain drive gas distribution mechanism (but the data is contradictory).
For example, the new Lifan Solano 2 received a more recent design with a cast iron block and a timing belt. It is possible to clarify only during the autopsy, since even the manufacturer himself indicates different information due to the difficulties of translation.
Transmission
The engine can drive the front wheels via a 5-speed manual or CVT transmission. With a CVT the car accelerates to 160 km/h, and with a manual transmission up to 170 km/h. With a five-speed gearbox, the Lifan X50 consumes about 6.3 liters of gasoline in the combined cycle, and with a continuously variable transmission about 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers.
Transmission Of course, it’s hard to believe in such a consumption, although it was indicated by the manufacturer himself. To accelerate to a speed mark of 100 km/h, the Lifan X50 2016 vehicle will need about 11 seconds.
Chassis
There is a McPherson suspension at the front and a torsion beam at the rear. All suspensions have been strengthened and their settings revised. There is a stabilizer bar on the rear axle of the Lifan X50. The suspension turned out to be energy-intensive.
The steering device has a rack and pinion mechanism and electric power steering. It has disc brakes on all wheels. The brakes installed at the front are ventilated. ABS, EBD and BAS technologies are also provided.
Dimensions
Speaking about the dimensions of the crossover from the Middle Kingdom, I would like to say that its length is 4,100 mm, width is 1,722 mm, and height is 1,540 mm. The ground clearance level is like that of a real SUV - 208 mm, which is very good, considering the possible needs and quality of our roads.
Safety
The proper level of safety and comfort of the car was ensured with the help of services such as rear door locks, ABS, ESP, front and side airbags, air conditioning, hydraulic power steering and rear parking sensors. The basic equipment includes mounts for child seats and even an ashtray with a cigarette lighter.
Excellent visibility is achieved through the presence of an electric drive and heated mirrors. The interior is quite nice - there is leather upholstery with the option of heated seats installed in the front, power windows on the front and rear doors and a multifunction steering wheel. The interior is quite spacious, despite the fact that the car is compact in size.
The screen, which is stylish and reliable, has large buttons and allows you to select the song you like without being distracted by driving. The presence of a central lock and an immobilizer provides the car with reliable protection against theft (although it is worth recognizing the fact that no one steals Chinese-made cars anyway). Among other things, there is a safety steering column and headrests.
Active and passive safety services:
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Service (TPMS);
- Electric powertrain immobilizer;
- Six airbags and a pair of seat belt pretensioners;
- Availability of daytime running lights;
- Identification of the presence of a passenger sitting in front;
- Automatic door unlocking function in the event of a possible collision;
- Reminders for the front passenger not wearing a seat belt;
- If the speed exceeds the limit of 120 km/h, a warning signal will be issued;
- When the car is moving at a speed of more than 20 km/h, the doors will be locked automatically.
Options and prices
On the Russian market, Lifan X50 crossover 2015 with the basic Comfort MT package and a 1.5 liter engine will cost 599,900 rubles. The version with the Lifan X50 crossover 2015 1.5 Luxury MT package will cost about 639,900 rubles. For the same model, but with a CVT, you will have to pay another 40,000, and as a result, the Lifan X50 crossover 2015 1.5 Luxury CVT is estimated at 679,900 rubles.
The basic equipment includes ABS, front airbags, full power accessories, air conditioning and a basic audio system. A more advanced configuration has a stabilization system, six airbags, a multimedia system with a color display, leather upholstery, a rear view camera and parking sensors.
Today, a Chinese car is one of the cheapest on the domestic market. In terms of cost, the Lifan X50 vehicle can only be compared with our cars, mainly in the basic configuration. It is worth recognizing that a new player has entered this market - Cherie Tigo 2. I was pleasantly pleased that the database already has a seat heating function. The top version, among other things, has a navigation system.
| Equipment | Price | Engine | Box | Drive unit |
| 1.5 Comfort MT | 599 900 | gasoline 1.5 (103 hp) | mechanics (5) | front |
| 1.5 Luxury MT | 639 900 | gasoline 1.5 (103 hp) | mechanics (5) | front |
| 1.5 Luxury CVT | 679 900 | gasoline 1.5 (103 hp) | variable speed drive | front |
Prices in the table are for February 2018.
Owner reviews
If you pay attention to the reviews of the owners of the Lifan X50, the reasons for buying this car are as follows: a pleasant exterior, low cost and the status of a foreign car. Some owners say that the only way to start the car is by pressing the clutch. Many consider this moment convenient, albeit unusual, because it may happen that the gearshift lever is in gear before starting the engine.
When it comes to the suspension, it is characterized as good and comfortable. It can smooth out bumps, and the 185mm ground clearance is absolutely enough for daily city trips. Reviews of the Lifan X50 say that the power unit, which received only 103 horsepower, strangely enough, behaves well at high speeds and shows good dynamics.
During frosts, the engine starts easily. Even 30-degree frost is not an exception. The gearbox switches gears clearly and does not make any strange sounds. It is clear that the interior can hardly be called high-quality and expensive, but it is quite pleasant and many people like it. The owners did not forget to praise the three-spoke steering wheel, on which the audio system control buttons were conveniently placed.
If you read Lifan X50 2017 reviews, drivers like comfort, efficiency, and the absence of vibrations on the steering wheel and gearshift lever. Compared to VAZ cars, it is much quieter inside. However, many owners talk about constant breakdowns after a while. The quality of the paintwork clearly leaves much to be desired.
The luggage compartment has a very modest volume. Based on reviews of the Lifan X50, it became clear that the power unit is a little slow at startup. This is partly due to the tall first speed ratios. While driving on the road, the car overtakes other cars without any difficulties. The use of cheap plastic does not add a pleasant feeling, so the buyer must understand what he is getting into.
In addition, it was possible to increase the volume of the glove compartment. I was pleased that the front seats received a heating function, but it’s a pity that it does not have power adjustment. Generally speaking, the buyer must understand that for that kind of money it is simply impossible to buy a high-quality Chinese car. We'll have to compromise.
Competitors Lifan X50
In this section you can find out who can compete with a re-faced Japanese car made in China. This may surprise you, but almost all rivals are also Chinese vehicles, however, with a more pleasant appearance. However, first, let's talk about European companies. It is clear that on the territory of Russia, the Chinese are forced to compete with domestic cars -.
Having paid 572,000 rubles, the driver will have the maximum equipment with rain and light sensors, climate control, an average sound system with navigation support and cruise control, and a hill start assist system. Of course, the domestic car did not receive a leather interior, however, this is not a decisive point.
Next come our compatriots - with a price of 600,000 rubles, the Geely GC6, which is a good sedan, but has only a power unit that develops 94 horsepower. The model will cost 430,000 rubles. For 515,000 rubles you can still buy yourself a Brilliance H. Therefore, it is impossible to say that the Lifan X50 feels comfortable in the niche of such cars.
Even, who previously felt like an unapproachable king, will have to make room a little. Therefore, it will be very difficult for the Chinese, given the entry into the market of Grants and Prioras, which, by the way, should be discontinued in the near future.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros of the car
- A good naturally aspirated power unit with an economical CVT;
- Good equipment even in the starting configuration;
- High level of ground clearance;
- Elegant and sporty appearance;
- Good functioning of the suspension, which can “swallow” a considerable number of bumps on the road;
- Small pricing policy of the company;
- Modern interior appearance, which is not inferior to current Japanese and European cars, which are much more expensive;
- Low fuel consumption;
- Availability of LED lighting system;
- Good security system.
Cons of the car
- The small width of the wheel base will not allow comfortable placement of three passengers in the rear seats;
- The braking system is not highly effective;
- You can feel the use of cheap plastic upholstery and mediocre build quality of interior parts;
- There is an unpleasant odor inside the car;
- Small luggage compartment;
- Small selection of power units.
Let's sum it up
The Lifan X50 crossover 2015 still looks more like a hatchback, although the manufacturer convinces us otherwise. It really has a pleasant and youthful appearance, and also has a harmonious and even slightly sporty interior. It received low fuel consumption, at 6.3 liters per hundred, and has a rich set of equipment, even in the basic version.
Average ground clearance will allow you to feel confident on our roads. It can be seen that the Chinese specialist managed to make a worthy rival not only to Japanese cars, but also to European-made cars for relatively little money. Even in the basic configuration, the car has a solid list of equipment, as well as a decent level of safety.
The Lifan X50 crossover was first presented in the spring of 2014 at the Beijing Auto Show. The car debuted in Russia in August of the same year as part of the International Auto Show in Moscow. This model is based on the base of the Lifan 530 sedan, which is sold in our market under the name Celliya.
The car looks fresh, modern, original and even stylish. The front end of the X50, while similar to the Celliya sedan, demonstrates a more solid bumper with a large trapezoidal air intake, an aerodynamic lip along the lower edge and fashionable LED foglights. Large, pointed headlights with optical lenses and brackets for LED daytime running lights; between them there is a narrow slit of a false radiator grille.
The body profile attracts attention with a sloping roof line towards the stern and an ascending line of side glazing. The large radii of the wheel arches easily accommodate wheels with 195/65R15 tires on alloy wheels with an original pattern design. The correct shape of the doorways will ensure ease of entry not only to the first, but also to the second row. Plastic protection around the perimeter of the body and serious ground clearance give away the crossover essence of the car.
The rear of the Lifan X50 crossover received soft lines of the tailgate with compact glass topped with a spoiler, neat drops of dimensional lighting fixtures and a powerful bumper.
The SUV's dimensions are 4100 mm in length, 1540 mm in height and 1722 mm in width, with a wheelbase of 2550 mm and ground clearance of 208 mm. When equipped, the X-50 weighs 1,175 kg. With these parameters, the crossover falls into the compact class B, in which it will have to compete on the Russian market with such models as Changan CS35, DFM H30 Cross, Geely MK Cross and Renault Sandero Stepway.
The interior design of the Lifan X50 is fresh, modern and not devoid of stylish solutions. The instrument panel with built-in tachometer, speedometer and fuel level indicator is distinguished by completeness of style. Red background lighting adds a sporty touch. The red button for turning on the air conditioner harmoniously combines with it. The front panel and center console pleases the eye with smooth transitions, originality and laconic lines, multi-story structure, competent and ergonomic arrangement of audio system and climate control units.
The interior trim is made of inexpensive and pleasant-to-touch materials, diluted with silver-colored inserts that imitate metal. The front seats of the Lifan X50 have a flat profile and poorly developed support on the sides. But a wide range of seat and steering column adjustments will help you sit comfortably and comfortably behind the wheel. In the second row, only two passengers up to 180 cm tall and with an athletic build can sit comfortably. Large and tall people will feel downright cramped in the back seat of the Lifan X50.
The standard equipment of the Lifan X50 includes ABS, two front airbags, full power accessories, air conditioning, 15-inch alloy wheels and a standard audio system. The “top” version offers: ESP system, multimedia complex with color display, navigation, rear view camera, leather interior, full power accessories, six airbags and much more.
The luggage compartment volume of the X50 crossover is stated by the manufacturer at the level of 570 liters; if desired, the trunk capacity can be increased by folding the back of the rear seat, but a flat floor surface cannot be achieved, the back forms a fairly high step. There is a spare tire under the raised floor.
For the X50, only one engine is offered - a gasoline “four” with a displacement of 1.5 liters (1498 cubic centimeters), producing 103 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 133 Nm of maximum torque at 3500-4500 rpm. The engine is paired not only with a 5-speed manual transmission, but also with a continuously variable transmission. In the first case, the Lifan X50 is capable of developing a peak speed of 170 km/h, consuming an average of 6.3 liters of fuel in mixed mode, in the second – 160 km/h and 6.5 liters, respectively.
The car has a classic suspension design for its class: MacPherson struts on the front axle and a torsion beam with anti-roll bar on the rear axle. An electric power steering is integrated into the steering mechanism of the car, and the braking system is represented by ventilated disc devices on the front axle and conventional disc devices on the rear axle.
An inexpensive crossover appeared on our market in the summer of 2015. However, annual sales are not large. Therefore, it is not easy to notice a car in the general flow of cars. However, relative to other Chinese cars, the Lifan X50 is popular in its narrow segment.
The compact crossover in China was created according to an already tested scheme. Usually the manufacturer takes a small hatchback, increases the ground clearance, puts protective plastic all around, and in general the car is ready. The Chinese took a small sedan Lifan Celliya (Lifan 530) for their new model, cut off the rear part, increased the ground clearance, changed the front end, a little plastic and the car is ready. Naturally, the engine and gearbox are from the same Lifan 530. The model is assembled at the Derways plant in Cherkessk, like most models of the Chinese brand in Russia. Lifan's own plant in Lipetsk was never completed due to the crisis.
Appearance Lifan X50 It’s difficult to call it outstanding. Large radiator grille, large headlights with LED elements, DRLs. There are roof rails on the roof. But the actual ground clearance turns out to be less than stated. Actually this is visible to the naked eye. In general, the exterior is typically Chinese, something was borrowed here, something there. According to Russian dealers, the system of painting and body treatment has been improved at the request of workers. The thickness of the paintwork has been increased, and there will be fewer problems with “saffron caps” and rust. Since the entire body is now required to be dipped into a cataphoresis bath. That is, the crossover should retain its original appearance for at least several years. Actually, the dimensions of the body slightly exceed 4 meters. See photos of the car below.
Photo Lifan X 50
Salon Lifan X 50 typically Chinese. Not very ergonomic chairs, low quality plastic, and the “leather” leaves much to be desired. Although visually the center console, steering wheel, and instrument panel look harmonious and quite decent. But as always, little things spoil the whole impression. For example, the steering wheel can only be adjusted by tilt angle. It will no longer be possible to pull the steering wheel towards you. The wheelbase is only a little over 2.5 meters, so the rear passengers are frankly cramped.
Photos of the Lifan X 50 salon
The trunk, after the rear of the Lifan 530 sedan was “rejected,” turned out to be very small, only 280 liters. However, if you throw out the shelf and load it to the ceiling, then the volume increases to 570 liters. You can also fold the rear seats, and this is already a decent 1480 liters! There is also a full-size spare wheel.
Photo of the trunk X 50
Technical characteristics of Lifan X 50
In technical terms, the car is a hodgepodge. The Chinese actively use foreign technologies, sometimes not very successfully. In the case of the Lifan concern, the main donor was Toyota. Many Japanese solutions are also used in this Lifan.
Engine Lifan X 50, this is a 4-cylinder in-line 16 valve engine of the LF479Q2-B series developing 103 hp. with a torque of 133 Nm. The volume of the power unit is only 1.5 liters and has a variable valve timing system. Most likely this is an aluminum cylinder block and a timing chain drive (although the data is conflicting). For example, the new Solano 2 has a more recent design with a cast iron block and timing belt. It is possible to find out more precisely only by opening it, since even the manufacturer himself has completely different data related to the difficulties of translation.
As a transmission, the front-wheel drive SUV received a 5-speed manual (14A5/LD515MF-2) and a continuously variable CVT (RDC 15-FB) as an automatic transmission. The suspension is quite energy-intensive - independent MacPherson strut at the front, and semi-independent at the rear (deformable beam). There are disc brakes on all wheels, and they are naturally ventilated at the front. The steering mechanism is rack and pinion with electric amplifier.
The ground clearance, which is officially stated, is 185 mm. However, if you arm yourself with a tape measure, then there is only a little more than 160 mm under the protection of the engine sump. Below are more detailed technical information about the model.
Dimensions, weight, volumes, ground clearance X 50
- Length – 4100 mm
- Width – 1722 mm
- Height – 1540 mm
- Curb weight – from 1150 kg
- Gross weight – 1525 kg
- Base, distance between front and rear axle – 2550 mm
- Front and rear wheel track – 1465/1460 mm, respectively
- Trunk volume – 280 liters
- Trunk volume with seats folded – 1480 liters
- Fuel tank volume – 42 liters
- Tire size – 195/60 R15
- Ground clearance – 185 mm
Video Lifan X 50
Quite an interesting comparative test drive of Lifan X50 and Lada Kalina Cross.
Prices and configurations of Lifan X50 in 2017
At the moment, the Chinese model is one of the cheapest on our market. In terms of price, the car can only be compared with domestic cars, especially in the database. There are not many trim levels, these are entry-level, top-end, plus top-end, but with an automatic transmission.
- COMFORT – 599,900 rubles.
- LUXURY – 639,900 rubles.
- LUXURY CVT – 679,900 rubles.
Cars assembled last year will cost a little less. In principle, the base, that is, the COMFORT package, already has everything you need. This includes air conditioning, leather interior and alloy wheels. However, if you need a sunroof, a multimedia system with a rear view camera and navigation, and rear parking sensors, then you will have to pay extra.
Urban subcompact crossover Lifan x 50 Chinese industrial group Lifan Industry Co. Ltd (Lifan Group) was officially shown for the first time at the Beijing Auto Show, which was held in 2014.
In Russia, it was demonstrated in August of the same year at the International Auto Show (Moscow), positioning the crossover as a bright and dynamic car, the image of which will attract the attention of young people. Lifan x 50 went on sale on the domestic market in the summer of 2015.
Interesting! Before the start of sales, serial production of the Lifan x 50 crossover was organized at the Karachay-Cherkess plant "Derways".
general description
When starting to develop the small Lifan x 50, its creators paid special attention to the tastes of the youth segment of the market. As you know, this category of consumers requires not only an attractive appearance and a comfortable interior, but also good technical equipment for this crossover, albeit a parquet one.
Exterior
Externally, the Lifan x 50 looks quite fresh and interesting. Its appearance is fully consistent with modern ideas about what an urban crossover designed for a youth audience should look like. Its exterior is distinguished by its laconic originality.
The front of the Lifan x 50 is a set of X-shaped lines, and the rear is a set of U-shaped lines that fit well into the sporty contours of the body. The rear of the crossover is visually connected to the front by streamlined side panels.
The front of the crossover is decorated with:
- radiator grille with the company logo, equipped with narrow slots;
- stylish wide-angle headlights;
- LED daytime running lights;
- The air intake grille is trapezoidal in shape with wide horizontal sections.
The LED filling of both the front and rear optics of the car attracts attention.
The originality of the body of the Lifan x 50 crossover is emphasized by two-tone 15-inch alloy wheels with 10 spokes.
The crossover's fairly large rear door hides a small luggage compartment with protruding rear wheel arches. Its volume is only 570 liters, however, if you remove the shelf and fold the rear seats completely, the cargo compartment increases to 1480 liters. The spare wheel is hidden in the luggage compartment under the raised floor.
The suspension of the Lifan x 50 crossover has a classic front-wheel drive layout:
- Front suspension - MacPherson struts on the front axle;
- The rear suspension is semi-independent, with a torsion beam and an anti-roll bar on the rear axle.
The Lifan x 50 crossover is easy to control, since the steering mechanism is equipped with an electric booster, and driving safety is ensured by the presence of disc brakes and modern safety systems ABS+EBD, TCS, ESP.
The crossover is powered by an engine manufactured by Lifan Industry Co. Ltd - LF479Q2-B, equipped with a variable valve timing system and a five-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission. The power unit crankcase is protected by metal protection.
A distinctive feature of the Lifan x 50 crossover is also its increased wheelbase, thanks to which the interior has become much more spacious.
The off-road appearance of the crossover is emphasized by the presence of:
- increased ground clearance;
- roof rails;
- protective inserts on the front and rear bumpers;
- unpainted plastic body edging;
- off-road body kit with wheel arch extensions;
In addition, the Lifan x 50 crossover is characterized by good approach and departure angles.
Interior
The Lifan x 50 crossover has a stylish and quite cozy interior, decorated in red tones. Cheap but high-quality materials are used as finishing materials.
The crossover's sporty-looking seats are covered in black leather with red stitched lines and harmonize well with the color of the instrument lighting. The instrument panel, in the center of which there is a tachometer with a red scale and the same background lighting, goes well with the red air conditioning button located in the middle of the center console. The sporty style of the crossover's interior is emphasized by metal inserts on the steering wheel spokes and on the gearshift knob, as well as wide bells in which the instrument cluster is installed.
The dashboard of the Lifan x 50 also features a modern design, which, in addition to the tachometer, contains the following:
- speedometer;
- fuel quantity meter;
- on-board computer display;
- gear indicator and other warning lamps.
The three-spoke steering wheel of the crossover contains control buttons for the audio system (multi-steering wheel), which is installed on the center console. The latter also houses the microclimate system control panel.
The necessary controls for the Lifan x 50 crossover are located taking into account ergonomic requirements. Without moving from the driver's seat you can:
- Adjust the steering wheel height.
- Adjust the driver's seat to the backrest angle
- Control exterior lighting (headlights, daytime running lights and fog lights).
- Adjust the headlights.
- Turn on accompanying lighting.
- Operate power windows and central locking.
- Adjust the backlight level of control devices, etc.
For safety purposes, the interior of the Lifan x 50 crossover is equipped with:
- front airbags for the driver and front passenger;
- additional blocking for opening rear doors (“child locks”);
- system of automatic unlocking of front doors upon impact;
- a sound signal that notifies the driver that the speed is exceeded 120 km/h and/or the seat belt is not fastened.
Characteristics
The Lifan x 50 crossover is built on the platform of the popular Lifan 530 Celliya sedan(New Generation). The crossover differs from the latter in the amount of ground clearance (clearance) and the presence of plastic body protection.
Crossover operating parameters
| Vehicle parameters | Data |
| Crossover body | station wagon |
| Number of doors | |
| Number of passengers (without driver) | |
| Vehicle wheelbase, mm | |
| Crossover wheel track | |
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| Turning radius, m | |
| Curb weight, kg | no more than 1175 |
| Trunk | |
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Crossover technical data
| Vehicle characteristics Lifan x 50 | Meaning |
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| Transmission | Manual transmission or CVT |
| Maximum speed, km/h | |
| Acceleration from standstill to 100 km/h, sec. | |
| How much fuel does it consume on average? | |
| Brakes (front and rear) | Disk |
Characteristics of the crossover power unit
| Vehicle parameters Lifan x 50 | Meaning |
| Engine | |
| Power | |
| Torque, Nm | |
| Number of cylinders | |
| Cylinder volume | |
| How many valves are in a cylinder | |
| Number of valves | |
| Fuel supply system in a car | Injector |
| Gas distribution mechanism | |
| Lubrication method | Combined |
| Cooling system | Closed type with forced circulation of coolant |
Crossover configuration options
The Lifan x 50 crossover provides almost everything that is necessary for its comfortable and safe operation. The Lifan x 50 crossover is offered for sale in Russia in three trim levels, and even in the basic version it is, as car enthusiasts say, “stuffed to the brim.”
| Version Lifan x 50 | Lyxury CVT |
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| Car exterior |
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| Additional protection | |||
| Radiator grille finished in chrome | |||
| Handles and mirrors in body color | |||
| External mirrors in body color | |||
| Top hatch | |||
| Railings | |||
| Alloy wheels R15 | |||
| Car interior |
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| Leather seats | |||
| Multifunction steering wheel | |||
| Control |
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| Parking system | |||
| Vehicle on-board computer | |||
| Rear window washer | |||
| Car lighting |
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| LED high beam headlights | |||
| Halogen low beam lamps Lifan x 50 | |||
| Rear mounted fog lights | |||
| Additional brake light | |||
| Safety |
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| ABS+EBD, TCS, ESP | |||
| Front airbags | |||
| Safety steering column | |||
| Remy safety with three points of fixation at the back and front | |||
| Car headrests | |||
| Additional rear door locking | |||
| Mount for child seats in a car | |||
| Door lock activated when the vehicle is moving | |||
| Automatic door unlocking in the event of a collision | |||
| Immobilizer | |||
| Car comfort |
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| Air conditioning in a car | |||
| Possibility of adjusting the steering column height | |||
| Front seat belt height adjustment | |||
| Electric windows for all doors | |||
| Electric drive and heated exterior mirrors | |||
| Audio system | |||
| Multimedia system of the Lifan x 50 car with navigator (touch display + rear view camera) | |||
| 4 loudspeakers | |||
| Heated front car seats | |||
| Armrest between the front seats | |||
| Central locking with remote control Lifan x 50 | |||
| Spare wheel (full size steel wheel) | |||
Test Drive
The Lifan x 50 crossover is a global model of the Chinese automobile industry in general, and Lifan Industry Co. Ltd - in particular. Chinese car manufacturers have high hopes for this model, which, by the way, is sold in the car markets of almost all developing countries. They believe that it is the Lifan x 50 crossover that will restore confidence in Chinese models in the global car market. That is why Russian car enthusiasts were looking forward to the appearance of this crossover in domestic car dealerships.
The appearance of a crossover on the Russian car market caused a great stir around it. Numerous presentations of the crossover were organized, where Chinese and domestic experts talked about the merits and advantages of the new model, comparing it with such famous cars as Renault Sandero Stepway, Geely MK Kross and Lada Kalina Cross. At the same time, professional drivers, together with journalists who cover everything that happens in the world of cars, conducted a large number of test drives, testing the Lifan x 50 crossover in a variety of road and climatic conditions.
Important! The results of unbiased test drives of the car revealed both the advantages and disadvantages of the new product from the Chinese automobile industry, but overall showed that Lifan Industry Co. Ltd. managed to get rid of the shortcomings inherent in previously produced cars.
Designers and developers of the industrial group Lifan Industry Co. Ltd (Lifan Group) were able to abandon the total cloning of cars from well-known European manufacturers, introduce our own design projects into mass production and develop fundamental principles for creating a unified Lifan corporate style for the entire line of our models.
You can watch video reports of various test drives of urban subcompact crossovers Lifan x 50 on the Internet, for example:
In addition, test reviews of test drives of the Lifan x 50 crossover by both professionals and ordinary owners of this original car, which also has good technical parameters, rich equipment and a relatively low price, are also posted on the Internet.
