BMW Group’s decision to switch the source of the Mini’s petrol engine doesn’t mean the end of customers for the Brazilian-made Tritec engine fitted in the current model.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


Autoindex.org reported that Chongqing Lifan, one of China’s biggest private motorcycle manufacturers, introduced its first passenger car last week.


Called the Lifan520, the new compact sedan has a four-cylinder 1.6-litre petrol engine supplied by Tritec – the same engine used in the Mini and Chery Fengyun.


The car’s production line was developed with assistance from Hainan Mazda, while design and engineering assistance was provided by other FAW subsidiaries.


Another body style, a five-door hatchback will join the model line later this year.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

The domestic launch starts in June, with exports to start later this year.


According to official information, the company has signed an agreement with an Iranian car rental company on the import of 500 vehicles.