Motor Lifan Smiley is made on the basis of the Toyota 5A-FE engine, so it has a good reliability. The biggest problems with it are electrical connectors. For example, the engine is stopped by many cars because of an older contact's contact. There are also problems with the power wire and sensor sensors. A common problem with the machine can be the leak of the coolant liquid (it is to blame, usually, or loose hinges, or the radiator cap) and the damage to the belt because of little engine protection. In addition, most owners of cars complain of high fuel consumption, compared to passport data. In the mixed cycle, it averages between 8 and 9 litres per 100 km.
