The 1.5-liter Geely MR479QA gasoline engine was produced in China from 2000 to 2016 and installed on a number of local models, and abroad it is known only by MK and MK Cross. This motor was a clone of the Toyota 5A-FE unit and was installed on the Lifan under the index LF479Q2.
Toyota A-series clones also include: MR479Q.
Specifications
| Production years | 2000-2016 |
| Displacement, cc | 1498 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 94 |
| Torque output, Nm | 128 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 78.7 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77 |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| 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 MK Cross 2014) — city — highway — combined |
7.8 6.3 6.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~275 000 |
| Weight, kg | 128 |
The engine was installed on:
- Geely MK 1 (LG-1) in 2006 – 2016; MK 2 (LG-3) in 2014 – 2016;
- Geely MK Cross 1 (SX5) in 2010 – 2016;
- Geely Otaka 1 (CK-1) in 2005 – 2016.
Disadvantages of the Geely MR479QA engine
- By design, this is a very reliable unit, but it is often let down by build quality;
- Sensors, ignition system components and attachments serve relatively little here;
- The timing belt often breaks on a run of less than 50,000 km, but the valves do not bend here;
- Closer to 100,000 km, valve stem seals may wear out and an oil burner will appear;
- Do not forget to adjust the valves, as hydraulic lifters are not provided.
