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Fashionable, sophisticated exterior shapes Great Wall Safe(Great Wall Safe), as if hiding a powerful engine. Expensive, but not vulgar looking. Everything about the car's appearance speaks of its power. During the creation of Great Wall Safe, many different improvements were made to meet customer requirements. All work was carried out carefully and flawlessly. The masculine shapes of the Great Wall Safe car symbolize its reliability and strength, with the noble restraint inherent in the design. These qualities, combined with simplicity and practicality, make up one whole.

Great Wall Safe (SUV G5) is an adequate car. Adequate “in almost everything” and “almost everything”. Great Wall SUV G5 is adequate to our reality, our requirements, our roads and our mentality. Buying a full-fledged all-terrain vehicle for that kind of money was something you could only dream of before, but now you can buy it.

First impression of Great Wall Safe

First look at the 2002 car model year from the “Great Wall Company” sets up a wave of goodwill - it’s very similar to the glorious ancestor. Getting behind the wheel, you find that the step is very useful - the car is quite tall. The movement of the slide, the shape and upholstery of the seats are reminiscent of Japanese roots: the seats are quite comfortable for people of average size, but are clearly too small for tall people. Steering column height adjustable. The parking brake is controlled by a handle to the right of the steering wheel, like on the old Volga. When starting to drive, it’s hard to forget about the handbrake - when you press the gas pedal, you bump into it with your knee.

There is a sense of individuality in the car. The car sets fashion, but at the same time, every detail in it is thought out, nothing is accidental. Therefore, Great Wall Safe meets the most demanding requirements that you can place on it; it is no coincidence that it is one of the most interesting models SUV, where all the achievements of this class of cars are concentrated.

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Great Wall Safe Engine

The Great Wall Safe is powered by a 491QE engine with multiport electronic fuel injection. It uses the world's most modern imported technologies for computer control of ignition and fuel injection. Along with taking care of the environmental friendliness of the engine, we guarantee high power And economical consumption fuel.

First look - then go. Exactly this way and not otherwise. Otherwise, there is a risk that the negativity from the test drive of the Great Wall Safe G5 car will outweigh all its positive features. The SUV G5 rides so-so, neither shaky nor rolly. But it makes a fair amount of noise, the downside is sound insulation. Moreover, everything is still complicated by the entertaining drumbeat of pebbles flying from under the wheels. Behavior on the road is vague. On the one hand, it’s convenient, you don’t notice small obstacles: you scratched a curb with a wheel and didn’t feel it; on the other hand, there’s poor handling and almost no Feedback can lead to complications at a high rate. True, “high speed” does not threaten this Chinese jeep.

Despite the quite optimistically stated maximum speed of 140 km/h by the manufacturer, the Great Wall Safe SUV “goes out” already at a speed of a little over a hundred. He just doesn’t go, or rather, he doesn’t want to go. Comfort and controllability do not allow. Acceleration is good only in a straight line; the G5 goes into corners reluctantly, leaning desperately at the same time. Irregularities are swallowed, but at speeds up to 100 km/h. Then this all-terrain vehicle begins to simply bounce. And overtaking at speeds over 120 km/h will no longer work - there simply won’t be enough traction reserve.

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Off-road performance Great Wall Safe

Well, what about the off-road qualities? First, a sand quarry: carefully drive off the road, engage the wheel clutches... by the way, it would be nice if they were automatic. We are already accustomed to modern all-terrain vehicles, and there is no great desire to go out into the snow or mud to turn the flag. But a lower gear is needed here “to the extent”. The car moves very confidently through the quarry even in an elevated row. Repeated attempts to break the wheels into axle boxes fail, but the low-power engine does not overstrain. In general, the “circus” was not a success.

But price is not the most important advantage of the Great Wall Safe (SUV G5). Its main advantage is that initially no high demands are placed on this car, which means there will be few disappointed expectations. And here pleasant surprises there will be a lot more in Great Wall Suv. For ours climatic conditions and Great Wall Safe roads are a godsend. All-metal body, torsion bar front and dependent rear suspension, rigidly connected front axle, the ability to move on low gear – « Classic jeep" You can also, if you wish, but only with great stretch, call it a cast, a clone of the Toyota 4Runner.

Structurally – great car The Wall SUV G5 is unified with its “ancestor”, but it’s hard to call it a copy. Here are both the interior and exterior design, especially the front part, modified to meet European safety standards. And the attitude, Toyota is already treated almost like an elite, and Great Wall Safe is a hardy worker, an unprepossessing performer, a hard worker.

Great Wall Safe or UAZ?

Great Wall Safe - city or off-road?

The Great Wall Safe car (SUV G5) is clearly not for the city, not for traffic jams or highways. Its element is off-road conditions, broken roads, which constitute 90% of our arteries. Spartan equipment and unobtrusive comfort only confirm that this is not a car for recreation and entertainment, it is unpretentious, reliable, indispensable assistant for every day at an attractive price. And the price of Great Wall Safe (SUV G5) is ~517 thousand rubles.

Technical specifications GreatWall SUV Safe

Modification		CC6460D	CC6460DY
Engine GW491QE	Volume (l)	2.237
	Power (hp)	105
	Torque (Nm/rpm)	190 / 2400-2800
Transmission		Rear drive	Four-wheel drive
Dimensions	Length (mm)	4860, 4795, 4625, 4560
	Width (mm)	1725, 1780
	Height (mm)	1820
Load capacity (kg)		300
Curb weight (kg)		1640	1760
Gross weight (kg)		1965	2085
Wheelbase (mm)		2615
Front track (mm)		1480
Rear track (mm)		1470
Minimum ground clearance (mm)		200
Number of seats		5
Maximum speed (km/h)		at least 120
Fuel consumption (combined cycle) (l/100km)		9
Brakes	Front	Disk
	Rear	Drums
Tires		235/75R15
Turning Diameter (m)		12
Transmission type		Manual transmission, 5 speed

Good day everyone. I’ll start with the history of the purchase of this “car”. Before it there was a ninth Lancer, I won’t talk about it.... I had to sell it because the trunk was not very convenient. At that time I had a daughter and it was necessary to periodically carry a stroller. The Lancer is clearly not intended for these purposes. Not a single stroller will fit in it. So the question arose about buying another car with a larger trunk. The budget at that time was 350k. I considered several options: Chery Tigo , Opel Astra station wagon, etc... I didn’t take any of them... I came across some garbage dumps... So, I started using this site in search of cars for sale in my city. A 2008 safe caught my eye. I opened it and looked at the pictures: it’s standing on a mowed lawn, all licked, in short, it looks like candy). I called the owner, we met.... I was certainly impressed by her appearance. Although there was a slight disappointment.... The interior was messed up, but not destroyed. I just had to put my hand in and put things in order inside (which is what I later did). The second disadvantage is that it only has rear-wheel drive. As I later learned from the guys in Gzhel, when this batch was being assembled, there weren’t enough transfer cases for 20 of them). ok. When we decided to go for a ride, and I started it, I heard not the smooth rumble of the engine, but a roar from the pipe)))) the corrugation was broken. we took it for a ride, it seemed to be going.... I decided to take it. The price tag was 350k, but the deal was 325k. So, I took it and immediately drove to the village in it.....that’s where it all started.....After 100 kilometers it started to twitch....I looked at the spark plugs, and as a result, the electrode of the spark plug on the 4th boiler burned out.. .. to hell with it... I changed the spark plug, I'm driving... after another 80 km the check light came on and the car started shaking again. wires. By the way, in the Lipetsk region where I went, you couldn’t find this stuff.... so I went there and came back.... I ended up changing the wires when I returned. I decided to go weld or change the corrugation. I’m tired of this noise from it. Work + corrugation 4500....I was disappointed to be honest with the price tag. Next comes the most interesting thing.... I mean, I’m leaving the service station and I hear in the engine extraneous knock... I opened the hood, listened, the sound resembles the knock of a clogged compensator.... The guys at the service center listened and said the same thing. Well, without really bothering with this knock, I drove a few thousand more km. I only changed the oil and pads. By the way, about spare parts ...Only pads and spark plugs for it could be purchased in stock in my city. Everything else is only made to order and expensive. Now it’s the turn of expansion joints. Replacing them is a complete tragedy on this engine... they are so deep in the head that You can’t get them out of there without a special device, especially if they are still stuck. Okay... We spent a day with them, but changed them. After I started it, another disappointment came... The knocking didn’t go away, it just became a little quieter. Well, I decided that it was time to go to the mechanics (specialists) to look and listen. The diagnosis is not reassuring. The 4th connecting rod is knocking. Ppts. All I needed was capital for it. In general, I went to the services to find out prices. But they did not please me. On average, the work is 25k, plus spare parts for another 15 rubles.... Friends advised me to contact private owners in Gzhel, which I did. The guys I spoke with worked at the Gret Volovsky plant and knew this brand better than others. Yes, and there are no problems with spare parts. Everything can be bought from the warehouse and cheaper. In terms of money, they agreed on 15k for the engine bulkhead and 10k for a completely changed chassis. Well, plus spare parts, respectively, somewhere around 20,000. I gave it. We agreed to do it for three days. I arrived to them on the scheduled day. The car had almost been completed. I waited a little, got in, and drove away. In general, the engine ran smoothly, without any noise. But I didn’t go far..... after 20 kilometers the car jerked and eventually stalled right in the middle of the road. created an obstacle for the movement of other drivers.... Okay, a guy stopped in front of me on the tundra, and he pulled me to the nearest side of the road, for which I thank him very much. I called the experts. I say that I didn’t even get halfway there. We decided that they would come and drag her back to the box on a rope. While I was waiting, I tried to start it. After many attempts, it still started, but the engine was just terrible.... I took off the spark plugs, the normal wires too. The oil was clean.... in general, I didn’t understand the reason.... They arrived climbed.... one of them pulled out the dipstick, wiped the oil on his finger and tasted it))) and said that the head gasket was..... They took it away... Zvonb the next day. everything says, come and pick it up. Ok. When I arrived, they just started it... well, they said that it was a waste of time to come. The new gasket immediately broke. They took the head and block to be polished on the same day for polishing, just to be sure. polished, reassembled. I called. Again the same song. The gasket is beating and that's it. They say it is necessary to change the rocker arm axle. They changed it. Zero effect. We started disassembling the engine. When we completely disassembled it, the reason became immediately clear. The pistons turned out to be defective (they took them together with connecting rods ). In short, the piston on the connecting rod was at a microdegree and stupidly gouged the block into a hole. I was just terrified to be honest... But the guys were great. They stirred up the zero block. Everyone collected everything ok. left. But again, I didn’t drive for long... about a month later the starter began to urge (as I thought then). When turning the key, the retractor relay just clicked and that’s it. The starter doesn’t turn. I started it by shorting the terminals on the starter with a screwdriver. The result was a burnt-out relay. They changed it at the service center. For three days everything was ok. Then the same thing. I came to them again. The result was that they installed some relyushku and everything is ok. I drive another 10 thousand. The gasket hits again. I call the same guys in Gzhel. I thought they wouldn’t pick up the phone seeing my number)))) after all, they actually flew into money with my car - forty liters of antifreeze, 25 oil and about six gaskets ....Not to mention the new block...But no. I got through on the phone and drove the car to them. They did it. Another 12k. ..I started thinking about selling it six months after the purchase....it was around that time that I put it on the internet. But there wasn’t a whole line of buyers...and I sold it for almost a year. In the end, I decided to stupidly sell it off to one of the showrooms in Moscow... when I got there, I almost didn’t care how much they would give for it. Just to get rid of it... In the end I gave it away for 190k... When I drove it to their parking lot, the gasket blew again... thank God they didn’t see it))))) that’s it. I left happy. Let me sum it up... I bought it for 325k. I spent more than 100k on repairs in two years. I can’t count the nerves I spent. People don’t take similar Chinese works of art for themselves.... Don’t look for hemorrhoids for yourself))) PS: don’t judge for mistakes, and also for the quality of the review. Still the first)

When choosing an SUV, many people prefer the reliable and affordable Great Wall Safe. The vehicle is distinguished by a rich and well-thought-out package, a modern exterior and interior, good performance and, most importantly, an affordable price.

Below we will look at the features of the machine, reviews about it, as well as real pros and cons.

Generations and years of manufacture

The Great Wall Safe model is an SUV manufactured in China. It was produced for eight years - from 2001 to 2009.

The manufacturer is the company of the same name Great Wall Motors or GWM for short.

In 2007 and 2008, the car was also produced in the Russian Federation, locality Gzhel. The car is based on a 1989 Toyota 4Runner.

Despite the affordable price and demand, the car was discontinued in 2009.

In Russia there are two variants of Great Wall Safe modifications:

Chinese assembly;
Russian assembly (large-unit).

Options

Cars sold on the Russian market differed in two respects:

By type of drive;
According to the interior design.

As for the drive, the cars were produced in two versions - with full or rear wheel drive.

The first option is characterized by constant transmission of torque to rear axle with connection of the second drive through the transfer case. The latter has two rows of gears (low and direct).

Great Wall Safe of the first releases were equipped transfer case with servo drive and electric control type. As for a car with rear-wheel drive, it has the usual scheme with a drive rear axle.

In terms of interior design, there are two trim levels - Luxury F1 and Super Luxury F1. The main difference latest version is the presence leather interior and DVD player.

The rest of the Safe F1 equipment is identical - parking sensors, adjustable steering column, heated mirrors, rear electric lifts, anti-lock braking system, height adjustment, and so on.

Characteristics

The characteristics deserve special attention. The wheels of the front axle have disc wheels, and the rear axle has drum brakes(some models also have disk ones). The car requires 12 meters to make a complete turn. Tire size - R16.

Auto develops maximum speed at 150 km/h, and the acceleration time to hundreds is 13 seconds. Consumption (depending on the cycle) from 9 to 11 liters. Average - 9.9 liters.

The number of seats in the car is 5. At the same time vehicle has impressive dimensions - 4.56 * 1.78 * 1.82 meters in length, width and height. The curb weight is 1.76 tons, and full mass- 2.085. The fuel tank holds 64 liters of gasoline. Ground clearance- 195 mm.

When buying a car, you should pay attention to the assembly - Chinese or Russian. To the differences domestic assembly worth mentioning:

The floor is lowered by four centimeters, which adds space in the cabin;
There are disc brakes at the rear;
Automatic hubs are installed on the front hubs;
Transfer case control - automatic;
Heated seats - two stages;
Rack and pinion steering mechanism (more reliable).

Exterior

When creating Great Wall Safe Chinese manufacturer I didn’t think much about the design - the main features were taken from popular car Toyota 4Runner.

But there are still certain changes - the front part of the car has been modernized, which has been modified taking into account European standards. From its appearance it is clear that the car was not created for urban conditions. Bumpers and sills are reliably protected, which creates conditions for off-road travel.

Despite the “clumsy” execution, the car looks no worse than similar models from Mazda, Toyota or Mitsubishi. Taking into account the rich equipment and relatively low price, the option looks more attractive for citizens with average earnings.

Salon

In the manufacturing process, cheap and simple materials were used - there are no frills in the matter of interior design.

The steering column is located conveniently, and the surface of the steering wheel itself is comfortable to the touch and has sufficient thickness.

Speaking about the front panel, it is worth noting its complete similarity with the Pajero. Here the developers did not change anything and completely copied the idea of their Japanese colleagues. Over time, the plastic begins to creak, “crickets” and other extraneous noises appear.

Judging by the reviews of the owners, the seats are very comfortable and provide lateral support. The sofa for rear passengers is simple and straight, so you can't expect any additional comfort.

Engine and transmission

The Great Wall Safe motor deserves no less attention. The car is equipped with an engine of almost 2.24 liters, developing a power of 105 Horse power. It features multi-point electronic injection, which helps reduce fuel consumption.

In addition, during the creation process, the developments of engineers from other countries in the field of computer ignition control were used.

Complete with the mentioned motor, a five-speed manual transmission is installed. The “Commonwealth” 5-speed manual transmission and 2.2-liter engine have proven themselves well in practical use. With and without air conditioning, the car shows excellent dynamics on road.

Suspension

The 2007 models are equipped with a suspension borrowed from the 1990 Toyota 4Runner. Thanks to this feature, there are no difficulties with purchasing Great Wall Safe spare parts - the “Safe” can use consumables from the Toyota mentioned above. In the “younger” models, the suspension of the 1990 Isuzu Trooper is taken as a basis.

The front suspension is independent torsion bar, and the rear is dependent on springs. All-wheel drive is connected if necessary (if such an option is available), and an electric drive for switching down the speed is provided.

It is worth noting that the car has poor wiring seals, so if possible this defect should be corrected.

Driving

If you decide to buy a Great Wall Safe, first test it in motion. According to user reviews, the machine is light and easy to operate, has an informative steering wheel and stable on the road. When compared in terms of driving characteristics, the Safe beats the 4Runner from Toyota.

Despite the off-road “sharpening”, it is convenient to move around the city. There are no complaints about the dynamics. In subjective opinion, Great Wall Safe is not inferior to even Nissan Patrol in this parameter. The average score for dynamics is “four”. To get a “five”, 40-50 horsepower is not enough.

Optimal speed movement - 120 km/h. It is not recommended to exceed the mark of 140 km/h - handling deteriorates, but it is possible to accelerate it to 160 km/h.

There are no complaints about the level of comfort while driving - the seating is comfortable, but large-sized individuals will find it cramped. Rear passengers, as noted earlier, were even less fortunate.

Maintainability

There are no problems finding spare parts for the car. The quality of painting is not ideal, but it can be worse. The car can safely be maintained for up to 7-8 years without any hint of rust. Then the thresholds and door joints suffer.

I was pleased with the prices for spare parts, which are not too expensive. Some parts are cheaper than on a VAZ. The downside is that some spare parts have to be ordered to order and there is a long wait.

Owner reviews

2008

"Hello. I have been driving the car for over a year and I can say with confidence that I am 100% happy with it. The only thing that disappoints is the winter consumption of 14-16 liters when driving with all-wheel drive. In summer, this parameter drops to 10-11 liters, which is beyond praise for such a car.

I’ll say right away that everyone dissuaded me from buying and advised me to choose another option. Friends and acquaintances claimed that the car would begin to crumble in a month and that they would have to spend money on buying expensive components.

From the first trip I liked everything about the car. The car is comfortable, the dynamics are decent, there are no problems with music - the sound is clear and spacious. There were almost no breakdowns. At 55 thousand the gasket burned out. To maintain the guarantee, I went to the officials, where general work demanded 10,000 rubles. As a result, I bought everything I needed for 1000 rubles and made it myself.

At 71 thousand, problems appeared with the operation of the window regulator on back door. After 150 thousand mileage, the gaskets in the engine were replaced and valve stem seals, problems with the CMM and the fifth door block have been eliminated.

To resolve the issue with the CMM, you need to remove the assembly, wash, lubricate and return it to its place. The fifth door block can be thrown away and everything can be done using a relay.

What I like about the car is the high seating position, cheap parts, and ease of maintenance. The biggest plus is affordable price with normal quality." SERGEY, 35 YEARS OLD, MOSCOW.

"Greetings Great owners Wall Safe or those wishing to purchase this SUV. I wanted to describe my experience of owning a car and help with the choice. I’ll note right away that in my case I can’t say anything good.

Already at 300 km the windshield began to leak, which had to be re-glued several times. After another 150 km, a coolant leak occurred at the joints of the pipes.

The “adventures” did not end there. At 2000 km, air appeared in the stove and the CV boot was damaged due to defects. In addition, the heating was broken rear window and had difficulty lowering it.

At 7000 km, both CV joint boots were damaged, and the gears in the manual transmission stopped engaging altogether. I noticed rust around the perimeter of the windshield and a crack in the body.

At ten thousand, I decided to install an LPG, which led to a new problem - the engine began to sweat oil, the reason for which could not be found. After six thousand miles it burned out cylinder head gasket, which led to significant repair costs for the officials.

For the next thirty thousand kilometers there was relative calm, after which difficulties arose with electrical part, HBO and clutch. By fifty thousand, a knock appeared in the power steering and a whistling sound from the tensioner bearings. After another fifteen thousand, a leak appeared in the shock absorbers.

The situation was complicated by the fact that the car was purchased on credit, so additional expenses were added to the monthly payments. As a result, I had to sell the Safe for pennies in order to solve problems with the bank. Lost about three hundred thousand.” NIKOLAY, 44 YEARS OLD, PERM.

"Greetings to all. I studied the reviews about Great Wall Safe and decided that they do not have the right to remain silent - I have to tell my story. When choosing a car, I was guided only by internal sensations. I had money on hand, so I could afford an expensive copy. I climbed into the “Safe”, but didn’t want to get out. I decided to buy a car.

I’ll say right away that first impressions are far from ideal. On the one side, no special complaints no, but on the other hand there was a feeling that I had made a mistake. But I calmed myself down and decided that time would tell.

The interior of the car is very spacious (better than other cars). When switching speeds, suspicious noises and “crunching” do not occur. The climate control works flawlessly, the steering wheel is light and easy to control. I liked the salon, despite its simplicity.

In the future I received only positive emotions from operation. I will note the unique spaciousness and cross-country ability, thanks to the high ground clearance. When driving on the highway, everything is not so ideal. But if you want comfort, take an SUV.

As for reliability, I’ve been using the car for three years now and I can’t say anything bad. The main disadvantage is the bumpers, which crack even from a slight push.

What I advise you to do right away is to install a new battery, change consumable liquids and tighten the bolts. Overall I'm pleased with the Great Wall Safe, which has proven to be a reliable, practical and affordable vehicle.

If you like comfort and chic, buy Mercedes, Volkswagen or other cars, but they have a corresponding price. EGOR, 47 YEARS OLD, TULA.

2007

“I purchased my 2007 Great Wall Safe in 2013. At that time, the car had a mileage of 110 thousand kilometers. I immediately focused on an SUV in order to get a car with higher ground clearance. Before that there was a Ford Fiesta, and even before that a Chevrolet Lacetti. There were other cars with which I will compare the “newbie”.

The appearance of the “Safe” is very brutal, but in terms of comfort and capacity it significantly outperforms previous cars. A pleasant bonus was the absence extraneous noise in the cabin, what's in budget models considered rare.

The engine, despite the 2.2 liters, is rather weak, but for city driving it is enough. Consumption in winter reaches 14-15 liters, but given the weight of the car and engine size, such figures are not very surprising.

Despite the Chinese production, there are no complaints about the electrical part - everything works at the highest level, like a clock. The only thing that was out of harmony was the rear window regulator, which had to be replaced (supplied from Toyota).

If, again, we compare it with Toyota, the traction is low revs better, but acceleration is a little slow.

As for reliability, after reading reviews about the “flowability” Great Wall Safe thought about not buying it. But in my case this was not confirmed.

During use, I changed several suspension parts and engine consumables. Pleased low price parts, which is almost no different from the cost of spare parts for a VAZ.

By paying a relatively small amount, you get real SUV, albeit Chinese. If you look closely, you will notice an increase in the number of Great Wall cars on the roads. This means that the manufacturer is trusted, and his product is of good quality.” NIKITA, 35 YEARS OLD, RYAZAN.

“My review of Great Wall Safe is somewhat niche. The car is 2007 (I wanted exactly this). Despite the Russian assembly, I can’t say anything bad about its quality. I bought the car in 2013 after the third owner.

It was not possible to set the mileage because the odometer does not work. The first owner was the company, and after that the car was a member of the extreme automobile club. But even after such a past, the car remains in good condition.

In terms of fuel consumption (if you don’t press the pedal to the floor), everything is not so critical - I got 12-13 liters. With such power and mass, this figure does not seem something supernatural.

I will immediately note a drawback - the design of the rear door. The ease of opening it depends on the integrity of the window regulator, which is fragile and often breaks.

In addition, it is possible to use the full depth of the luggage compartment only if you have long arms and are tall.” SERGEY, 37 YEARS OLD, TAMBOV.

“I’ve long wanted to buy myself an SUV, but due to high prices I had to settle for a more budget option Great Wall Safe.

I chose a vehicle with a reliable frame, all-wheel drive, a small electrical package and universal body. I’ll note right away that it’s difficult to find such an SUV (in the sense of a new one) - they are almost never produced.

Initially I considered two options - UAZ and Defender. The latter has a high price, and in terms of design it is far from the best solution. I didn't like the car during the test drive. When you turn on the gears, you hear a noise, the steering wheel creaks - and this is a new car. It is quite natural that I refused the purchase.

In the case of Great Wall Safe, I liked everything. Off-road performance high level, easy to operate, powerful air conditioning, stove works great, no complaints about the quality of the music. Among the major repairs, I changed the cylinder head gasket, chassis components and consumables. Otherwise, there are no complaints." IGOR, 42 YEARS OLD, MOSCOW.

Pros and cons of the car

After reading the reviews, the following advantages of Great Wall Safe stand out:

Cheap spare parts for repairs, the ability to use parts from other models;
Electronics work reliably;
Relatively low cost (as for an SUV);
Good handling on the road;
Comfortable steering wheel;
High rise;
Excellent off-road qualities;
Rich equipment;
Large capacity;
Comfortable front seats.

Flaws:

High consumption in winter - up to 15-16 liters;
Weak power window and inconvenient rear door design;
Unclear gear shifting;
Closely rear passengers;
Weak paintwork;
Stiff suspension.

In addition to the disadvantages discussed, it is worth highlighting a number of disadvantages in relation to the interior and exterior:

Externally, the SUV is not proportional. It is long, but narrow. The shapes are square and the angularity is clearly noticeable.
The colors were chosen hastily, and the paint has low quality. After a few years the car loses appearance, rust appears on the thresholds and door joints.
The interior is inconvenient to use; the Chinese did not think well about the ergonomic component.
Switches and knobs are in awkward places.
The finish is of low quality, which worsens the first impression of the car. In addition, squeaks appear over time.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the service from the officials, which is very expensive. It’s easier to buy parts yourself and do the work yourself or turn to familiar craftsmen. In this case, repairs will cost less.

By the way, this and other cars from famous manufacturers can be bought at the Ria Auto showroom, where you can also get a loan for any model you like.

Let's sum it up

The Great Wall Safe SUV is a universal vehicle that has a simple design and is easy to maintain. In terms of reliability, the car is an order of magnitude better than its representatives domestic auto industry, so it's worth the money.

The model is suitable for men who are less demanding in terms of design, who prefer strength and reliability, and are also demanding driving performance auto.

A woman driving such a car will look, at the very least, ridiculous.

Great Wall Safe debuted in 2002.

Medium size SUV Safe outwardly resembles the second generation Toyota 4Runner, this fact is especially emphasized side windows coming onto the roof. However, these cars cannot be called a direct “photocopy”. Structurally, Great Wall Safe is 95% unified with Toyota. First of all – appearance. The body is almost identical to the donor one. The Chinese have redesigned the front of the car in accordance with current standards. The headlights, radiator grille have changed, front bumper, and, of course, the manufacturer’s emblem - now it is one of the battlements of the Great Wall of China enclosed in an oval. Appropriate chrome has also been added to the exterior of the car. Safe is distinguished by a very high seating position (according to the passport, it is 26 cm to the crankcase).

The Great Wall Safe drive is all-wheel drive, with a rigidly connected front axle. Note that there is also a rear-wheel drive version. Both versions are equipped gasoline engine GW491QE with a volume of 2.3 liters R4 8V with a power of 105 hp. coupled with a five-speed manual transmission transmission This power unit is interesting in that it is a licensed version of the very popular Toyota engine, known for Toyota Camry past generations. The pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft and cylinder block remain unchanged, but the timing mechanism and cylinder head are their own, made in China. This intervention slightly degraded the power unit, but made it possible to refuel the SUV with AI-92 gasoline and reduced the overall load on the unit. IN mixed cycle movement, according to the manufacturer, Great Wall Safe will be quite satisfied with 9-11 liters of fuel per 100 km.

The chassis is frame construction, the body is galvanized, the front suspension is independent torsion bar, the rear suspension is dependent spring.

If we talk about comfort, then the Great Wall Safe has it at a quite acceptable level. The interior with a front panel decorated with an aluminum trim looks pretty good. Even the markings of the scales were made to resemble the battlements of a wall, as on the Safe brand logo. The dashboard and dashboard are made of inexpensive plastic. The position of the seat can be adjusted in terms of length, backrest angle, as well as the inclination of the front part of the cushion and lumbar support. The steering column is tilt adjustable, and the steering wheel itself is covered in leather. The second row of seats folds in a 50:50 ratio, and you first need to fold back the cushion and then put the backrest in its place. At the end of the procedure, we get a flat platform for a load almost two meters long and a volume of a couple of thousand liters. The luggage compartment is very spacious in the standard position.

IN basic equipment includes power steering, climate control, central locking, electric windows and mirrors, audio system with CD, and for an additional fee, all-wheel drive is available, leather interior trim, metallic paint.

All-wheel drive ( permanent drive on rear wheels), low gear range, together with high and reliable suspension Safe provide the highest cross-country ability. Plus a powerful frame, 205 mm ground clearance and huge 235/75R15 wheels.

The results of the Safe crash test confirmed that the car fully complies with European safety requirements. The tests were carried out in accordance with the European UNECE Regulation No. 94 (frontal impact into a deformable obstacle with a 40% overlap at a speed of 56 km/h). The data obtained during the crash test proved that the Great Wall Safe safety level fully complies with European requirements.

For domestic market similar in design models of the 2005 model year Pegasus SUV with the original design of the front end from the Socool C3 pickup truck and Sing SUV, stylized as a popular SUV in China, are offered Nissan Paladin. These models also have a 2.8-liter diesel engine as an option, developing 78 hp.

Great Wall Safe entered production in 2002. In July 2004, deliveries to Russia began. In mid-2005, Great Wall Safe began to gather in Russia (in Gzhel, near Moscow). Cars could be either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

The technical base of the second generation Toyota 4Ranner (1989) was taken as a basis. The Russian-assembled model received a different frame and chassis - the same as the Great Wall Hover. It is distinguished by an increased cabin height - due to the floor located 4 cm lower. The rear brakes became disc brakes, and the lever parking brake moved to the central tunnel. In the Chinese version, it was located to the right of the steering wheel.

Engine

There is only one engine - GW491QE with a volume of 2.2 liters and a power of 105 hp. It is a licensed copy Toyota engine 4Y, but differs in settings and equipment. The power unit meets Euro-2 toxicity standards, and since the end of 2007 – Euro-3. The updated engine received the index 491QE-3 and a number of changes affecting the block, pistons and electronic equipment.

Japanese original engine was considered indestructible, but its copy turned out to be not so hardy. For example, on SUVs manufactured before 2007, there are cases of crankshaft destruction.

The camshaft often fails - the oil pump drive gear and cams wear out. Damage to the gear in the future threatens a drop in pressure in the lubrication system, premature wear engine or even jamming. Fortunately, diagnosing the problem is quite easy. To do this you need to look under the drive cover oil pump. Wear was detected after 80-120 thousand km, and after 200-250 thousand km. The cost of a new camshaft is from 3,000 rubles, and an analogue from Toyota is 23,000 rubles.

The resource of the head gasket is about 100-150 thousand km. Soon you will have to change the stretched timing chain (from 5,000 rubles per set).

And because of faulty system cooling (radiator, thermostat, pump or fan), it is easy to overheat the engine, which leads to damage to the cylinder head (13,000 rubles).

After 150-200 thousand km, oil consumption often increases. Eventually, the pistons and rings have to be renewed. In the case of Euro-3 engines, difficulties arise in finding the necessary rings.

Transmission

Transmission – manual 5-speed. The clutch needs to be changed every 100-150 thousand km. For careful drivers it can cover 200-250 thousand km. The new kit is available for about 7,000 rubles.

After 150-200 thousand km, in some cases the gearbox fails. Repair costs will exceed 20,000 rubles.

All-wheel drive system

Great Wall Safe uses the system all-wheel drive like " Part Time» - with a rigid connection of the front axle. But to do this, you need to get out of the car to turn on the “hub” on each hub.

Russian copies received electric control transfer case. Therefore, the place of the lever was taken by a rotary transmission mode switch. But to connect the front-wheel drive, you still need to turn on the hubs manually.

Since 2007, the transmission has gained full electronic control with automatic switching on hubs. True, the reliability of the system has dropped significantly due to capricious servos and poorly protected wiring.

Cardan shafts require regular Maintenance– lubricants. Otherwise, the crosspieces quickly fail (500 rubles apiece). If the splines break or seats crosspieces (due to frequent replacements), then the cardan will have to be updated - 11,000 rubles.

Sometimes you have to restore the rear axle gearbox. The cost of a new gearbox is 15-18 thousand rubles.

Chassis

The front axle has an independent torsion bar suspension on double wishbones. Rear - spring with a continuous axle on four trailing arms and Panhard bar.

The lower ones in the front suspension are the first to give up. ball joints- closer to 100-120 thousand km. The cost of a ball joint is 500-600 rubles. Lever bushings and upper ball joints, as a rule, last longer.

A little later you may need to replace the front wheel bearings(from 800 rubles) and shock absorbers (1,500 rubles). Over time they sag or even break rear springs(about 4,000 rubles).

The Russian-assembled Great Wall Safe began to be used in the steering control rack and pinion mechanism, instead of the steering gear. Steering rack less durable, sometimes begins to leak or knock. The cost of a new original rail is 9,000 rubles.

Many owners note insufficient efficient work brake system. The problem is solved by installing a vacuum booster and main brake cylinder from Toyota Land Cruiser 80. True, such a kit costs a little less than 50,000 rubles new. The original Chinese kit is much cheaper - 9,000 rubles.

With age, you have to deal with jamming of the caliper piston, as well as souring of the caliper guides and brake force regulator.

Body and interior

Safe body hardware didn't get enough good protection from corrosion. Problem areas– bottom of doors, wheel arches, floor in the area of the lever hand brake and thresholds. The frame is made of more resistant iron, but VIN number It's still better to protect.

The intricate trunk access scheme is blindly copied from the original from the 80s. If you want to put something in the trunk, you will have to lower the tailgate. But first you need to open the glass and pull the handle from inside.

A capricious door electrical control unit can interfere with free access to the trunk. It is located on the left rear wing. In addition, the gear sector of the glass drive wears out.

Conclusion

Great Wall Safe is the most affordable mid-size SUV on secondary market. True, in terms of quality, in some places it does not even reach domestic cars. The car will do caring drivers who are mentally prepared to eliminate all kinds of faults.