Overview
Emgrand, an “imperial brand” is an automobile company sub-division owned by Chinese automobile manufacturer, Geely and is produced under Micro brand in Sri Lanka. Micro EMGRAND 7 is a large family sedan produced in year 2009 and sold under brand name Geely with a name of Emgrand EC7 in many countries. The large family car consists of front engine layout and offers a front wheel drive. The 4 door sedan was launched as a luxury vehicle mainly to serve as family cars. EMGRAND 7 is sporty with a 1.8 liter powerful engine with CVVT DOHC specification that uses Multi-point fuel injection system in it that produces maximum power output of 103 kW and maximum torque of 172 Nm at 4200 rpm. The maximum speed reached by this 1.8 liter engine is 180 kmph accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in 15 seconds. The combined average mileage resulted for EMGRAND 7 is 7.3 litres over 100 kilometres. EMGRAND 7 consists of U-shaped front grille with HID headlamps and fog lamps in its front fascia that embraces its front look as well as provides better vision at night. The rear fascia incorporates high mounted brake light, rear spoiler and rear windshield wiper. EMGRAND 7 is available in a wide range of alluring exterior color tones. The interior features accommodated by EMGRAND 7 includes instrument cluster to provide all the vehicle information. Dual zone automatic conditioner to set a preferable temperature inside the car. An ample of boot space inside the car without even folding the rear seats. Contemporary styled audio system with Radio and CD player introduced in it. Safety features ensured by EMGRAND 7 includes a highly defined body structure that absorbs all the jerks and protects inside passengers. Whenever any theft is detected, the security system engineered in the car sounds an alarm which is loud enough to save your car. The anti-lock braking system are coupled with all the 4 wheels of the car to ensure efficient braking system. The dual airbag protects front passenger and driver during a collision.
Mileage and Fuel economy
The 1.8 liter vigorous engine with DOHC Continuous variable valve timing specification with Multi point fuel injection system calculates a combined mileage of 7.3 litres over 100 kilometres.
Power
The 1.8 liter engine of Micro EMGRAND 7 grunts out a power output of 103 kW and maximum torque of 172 Nm at 4200 rpm with inline 4 cylinders, 16 valves CVVT configuration.
Acceleration & Pickup
Micro EMGRAND 7 reaches to a maximum speed of 180 kmph using full power of its 1.8 liter robust engine. The car accelerates from standstill to 100 kmph in a a decent time duration of 15 seconds.
Exterior
The dynamic exteriors of Micro EMGRAND 7 overwhelms U - shaped front grille with air-inlet in it and Micro hologram embossed on its center grants a mature look to the car and supplies ample of air directly to engine to keep it cool. The front bumper of body color is designed mainly so as to provide pedestrian safety by its streamlined design. The diamond shaped crystal headlights consists of chrome plated mirror surface and embraces a three dimensional structure so as to provide a better illumination. The high mounted LED brake light is comprised of 15 LED in it which provides an effective warning to the backward vehicle with LED taillights. An aerodynamic effect to Micro EMGRAND 7 is transmitted by its swordfish streamlined waistline with axe curved surface and fleet lined shoulder that creates a fashionable bionic side of EMGRAND 7. The exterior color tones availed by EMGRAND 7 are Vienna Gold, Alps Silver, Scotland Red, Athens Blue, Danube Blue, Gothic Black, and Mocha Red that fascinates most of the people.
Exterior Measurements
The exterior measurements carried by beautiful sculpture of Micro EMGRAND 7 is 4635 mm X 1789 mm X 1470 mm in L X W X H along with a wheelbase of 2650 mm which is comparatively long to provide a sufficient cabin space inside the car.
Interior
Micro EMGRAND 7 incorporates a quality interiors in it which grants you a comforting driving pleasure. The instrument cluster embodied behind the leather wrapped steering wheel is used to get all the necessary vehicle related information such as fuel economy, outside temperature, digital clock and more. The ergonomically arranged controls on the center mounted control panel helps to get a relaxing driving experience. The dual zone automatic air conditioner is set to maintain a required temperature inside the car and keeps the air clean by its filtration process. The inner handles are chrome plated granting the car a luxury look form inside. The steering wheel is of Rack and Pinion type that helps in maintaining stability of car and is adjustable to a great extent.
Interior Comfort
Micro EMGRAND consists of rear side and rear power sunshades so as the heat cannot enter inside and affect the inside cool temperature. The rear LED lights helps in providing a better illumination at night and hence provides a clear vision inside the car as well. The other interior features that contributes in interior comfort of EMGRAND 7 are Electronic parking brake push button, Engine start stop button and more. You can find glove box in front console and cup holders in rear doors so that you can keep your additional belongings closer to you.
Interior Measurements
The boot space offered by this 5 seater sedan is 680 litres without folding rear seats which ensures enough legroom and headroom inside the car. Further boot space is enhanced by the glove box compartment and cup holders embraced by the car.
Engine and Performance
Micro EMGRAND 7 is mechanized by a 1.8 liter powerful engine with inline 4 cylinders, 16 valves, DOHC Continuous Variable Valve Timing specification. Micro EMGRAND uses Multi-point fuel injection system in it to deliver an efficient engine performance. The 1.8 liter petrol engine with a capacity of 1792 cc is efficient enough to deliver a power output of 103 kW and maximum torque of 172 Nm at 4200 rpm.
Stereo and Accessories
The stereo system incorporated by Micro EMGRAND 7 consists of a large touchscreen with AM, FM player in it with a single CD player, MP3 compatibility that delivers a mind-blowing sound quality by the standard speakers embedded inside the car. You can listen to the music of your choice with the help of USB and AUX jack plug-in available in the car. The car offers a touch screen display of significant size that allows you to enjoy audio visual infotainment and also includes GPS navigation system in it.
Wheels
Micro EMGRAND 7 uses 15 inches alloy wheels to provide a firm grip on road. The tire size accommodated by EMGRAND 7 is 205/65R15 which helps in maintaining stability on road.
Braking and Handling
EMGRAND 7 is sporty with ventilated disc brakes in front wheel pair and Solid disc brakes in rear wheel pair, all of which are integrated with Anti-lock braking system. The front suspension is of multi-link type with parabolic shock absorber and a coil spring attached in it. The rear suspension is trailing arm, multi-link type with coil spring and shock absorbers in it.
Safety and Security
Micro EMGRAND 7 comprised of fully optimized, high stiffness body structure welding technique with high stiffness that protects the interior body during jerks. The security system alerts by buzzing an alarm whenever any theft is detected. A protection to driver and front seat passenger is embraced by the dual airbags packed in the car. Efficient braking is ensured by the anti-lock braking system integrated in all wheels pairs. The side impact bars reduces effect during a collision. The rear view camera helps the driver to avoid collision state to occur and helps while parking in small spaces. The seat belts are tied with pre-tensioners and load limiters in it so as to ensure a safe ride to the passengers.
Pros
Efficient fuel economy
Eye - catching exteriors
Affordable
Cons
Less safety feature
Riding Dynamics
High maintenance
