The 2012 Roewe 550 has not undergone many changes in terms of appearance and interior design. The focus is on upgrading the various electronic equipment in the car. In terms of craftsmanship, the Roewe 550 can rival mainstream joint venture brand models at the same level.
In terms of power, the 2012 Roewe 550's powertrain remains unchanged, still equipped with 1.8L and 1.8T engines. The maximum power outputs are 133 horsepower and 160 horsepower respectively, with peak torques of 170 Nm and 215 Nm. It is paired with either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission.
The dimensions of the Roewe 550 are: 4624mm x 1827mm x 1480mm, with an axle distance of 2705mm, comparable to B-class cars, providing ample internal space. The overall design style of the Roewe 550 combines the elegant and refined European styling with dynamic and technological new features, inheriting the consistently popular design style of European family sedans, while incorporating many modern elements, showcasing an astonishing beauty.
Digital configurations are undoubtedly one of the biggest highlights of the Roewe 550. The instrument control panel, combined with the F1 Paddle Shift gearshift paddle on the back of the steering wheel, is unique among its peers. The multi-function leather steering wheel of the Roewe 550 provides superior sports handling and entertainment comfort beyond that of similar vehicles. For instance, the standard "Press-to-go intelligent one-touch start system" is quite rare among its peers.
Among domestic brands, the Roewe 550 has been positioned in the mid-to-high-end market from the very beginning. The craftsmanship quality of the model itself also meets this standard. However, the brand influence is not yet sufficient to compete with joint ventures. After a period of popularity, it now requires substantial discounts to boost sales. As a domestic brand model with foreign excellent lineage, the Roewe 550 is one of the more popular mid-range models domestically. With the selling point of "all-time digital sedan," the Roewe 550 is equipped with a series of intelligent driving systems. Its elegant exterior combined with humanized interior has been favored by consumers in the market.
The Roewe 550 enjoys a warranty service for 3 years or 80,000 kilometers. The recommended maintenance cycle in the store is 5000 kilometers. The cost for regular minor maintenance (oil and oil filter replacement) is around 250 yuan, and the cost for major maintenance (oil and three-filter replacement) is around 400 yuan.