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 on board. In terms of craftsmanship, the Roewe 550 can rival similar models from mainstream joint venture brands.
In terms of power, the 2012 Roewe 550 has not changed in power, still equipped with 1.8L and 1.8T engines. The maximum power outputs are 133 horsepower and 160 horsepower respectively, with a maximum torque of 170 Nm and 215 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic transmission.
The dimensions of the Roewe 550 are: 4624mm x 1827mm x 1480mm, with an axle distance of 2705mm, comparable to a B-class car, offering ample internal space. The overall design style of the Roewe 550 combines the elegant and concise European styling with dynamic and technological new features, following the popular design trend of European family sedans while incorporating 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 paddles located behind the steering wheel, offers unmatched sporty control and entertainment comfort in its class. Additionally, the Press-to-go intelligent one-touch start system standard in the Roewe 550 is quite rare among similar models.
Among domestic brand lineups, the Roewe 550 was positioned at the mid-to-high-end level from the beginning. The quality of the model itself also meets this standard. However, the brand's influence is not yet sufficient to compete against joint ventures. After a period of popularity, now it needs significant discounts to boost sales. As a model with foreign heritage among domestic brands, the Roewe 550 is one of the more popular mid-range models domestically. With the selling point of being an all-time digital sedan, the Roewe 550 features a series of intelligent driving systems. Its elegant appearance paired with humanized interior design has been well received by consumers in the market.
The Roewe 550 comes with a warranty service for 3 years or 80,000 kilometers. The recommended maintenance cycle at the store is every 5000 kilometers. The cost for routine minor maintenance involving oil and filter replacement is about 250 yuan, and the cost for major maintenance replacing oil and three filters is around 400 yuan.