The Roewe 750 is an executive saloon that was produced by Roewe in China between 2006 and 2016, based on the

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Overview

Launched in October 2006, and codenamed ''SAC528'' during development, the wheelbase of the Roewe 750 is stretched by compared to the Rover 75. The drivetrain is a 2.5L V6 petrol engine (184bhp), based on the

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and designated NV6, and the gearbox is a brand new five speed automatic. The company claims that 85% of the car is improved. Later, a 1.8T (turbo) petrol engine based on the

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, delivering around was introduced. The standard 1.8T version Roewe 750 was priced at 180,000 yuan (US$29,000 or £14,500) in January 2008. Roewe 750 01 China 2012-04-22

The 750's three trim levels were 750D, 750E, and 750i. The 750D can include either engine and 16" wheels, while the 750E and 750i are V6 only and 18" wheels. The upper end 750i added GPS and television/DVD as standard features. Prices range from 181,800 Yuan for a L4 to 268,800 Yuan for a loaded 750i. SAIC Roewe claim acceleration from still to in 9.5 seconds for the 1.8T Manual, 11.5 seconds for the 1.8T automatic and 10.2 seconds for the V6 automatic, fuel efficiency of 6.0 and 6.4L/100 km respectively, and top speeds of for the four and for the V6. In 2008, the Roewe 750 was launched in

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under the MG marque. 2008 Roewe 750 dash

References

External links

Roewe Website

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