SAIC-GM-Wuling apresenta o Baojun Yunduo Compact EV a partir de aproximadamente $13,270

SAIC-GM-Wuling’s Baojun brand has unveiled its latest offering, the Baojun Yunduo, a compact veículo elétrico (EV), marking the brand’s second launch this year. Positioned to compete with vehicles like BYD Golfinho and Volkswagen’s ID.3, the Baojun Yunduo was unveiled at a recent launch event.

(Imagem: Baojun Yunduo)

The Baojun Yunduo is available in four versions, each with a distinct price point: RMB 95,800 ($13,270), RMB 103,800, RMB 115,800, e RMB 123,800.

One standout version of the Yunduo will feature the Lingxi smart driving system, a collaborative creation of SAIC-GM-Wuling and drone manufacturer DJI. While reservations for this version began recently, deliveries are scheduled to commence in October. Notavelmente, pricing details for this specific variant are yet to be revealed.

The launch event generated impressive traction, com mais de 5,000 units of Baojun Yunduo receiving orders on the very day of the unveiling.

Sizing up at 4,295 mm de comprimento, 1,850 mm de largura, e 1,652 mm de altura, com uma distância entre eixos de 2,700 milímetro, the Baojun Yunduo sets its dimensions for a competitive edge.

By comparison, the BYD Dolphin measures 4,125 / 4,150 mm de comprimento, 1,770 mm de largura, e 1,570 mm de altura, boasting a wheelbase of 2,700 milímetro. The Dolphin is currently available in three variants, featuring initial prices of RMB 116,800, RMB 123,800, e RMB 136,800 respectivamente.

Powering the Baojun Yunduo is an electric motor delivering a peak power of 100 kW e um pico de torque de 200 Nm.

For energy, the vehicle relies on lithium iron phosphate batteries with pack capacities of 37.9 kWh e 37.9 Kwh. These power sources contribute to CLTC ranges of 360 km e 460 km respectivamente.

SAIC-GM-Wuling, a joint venture involving SAIC, General Motors, and Liuzhou Wuling Motors, is based in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in southwestern China. Its product portfolio predominantly includes vehicles built upon the GSEV (Global Small Electric Vehicle) architecture in China. This encompasses models such as the Mini EV, KiWi EV, Nano EV, and Air EV. Adicionalmente, the company offers conventional fuel-powered SUVs, Monovolumes, and vans.

In the realm of mini EVs, SAIC-GM-Wuling’s lineup features the highly popular Mini EV, as well as the Air EV and Binguo EV, introduced in December and March respectively.

Recentemente, the Baojun brand launched the Yep, a new mini EV, which starts at RMB 89,800 yuan.

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