The 1.3-liter 4-cylinder Geely MR479Q engine, which was manufactured in China between 1998 and 2016 and found in numerous local models, is only well-known overseas for the LC Cross hatchback. This device, which was installed on Lifan under the index LF479Q3, is a clone of the Toyota 8A-FE engine.
MR479QA is another Toyota A-series clone.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2016 |
| Displacement, cc | 1342 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 84 |
| Torque output, Nm | 110 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 78.7 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 69 |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3/4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Geely LC Cross 2016) — city — highway — combined |
8.8 5.5 7.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 126 |
The engine was installed on:
- Geely LC Cross 1 (GX-2) in 2008 – 2016;
- Geely Panda 1 (GC-2) in 2008 – 2016.
Disadvantages of the Geely MR479Q engine
Although the design of this motor is very dependable, the build quality frequently falls short;
A small resource distinguishes the ignition system’s sensors, attachments, and components;
It’s fortunate that the valves don’t bend here because the timing belt might break after 50,000 kilometers;
There are no hydraulic lifters here, and the valves need to be adjusted or they will burn out. Oil seals typically wear out after 80,000 kilometers and an oil burner appears.