Baojun RC-5

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Baojun RC-5
Baojun RC-5 009.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerSAIC-GM-Wuling
Also calledBaojun RC-5W (wagon version)
Baojun Valli (wagon version)
Production2020–present[1]
AssemblyChina: Liuzhou, Guangxi
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car
Body style5-door liftback
5-door station wagon
LayoutFF layout or F4 layout
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L LAR I4 (petrol)
1.5 L LJO I4-T (petrol)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4,650 mm (183.1 in)
Width1,806 mm (71.1 in)
Height1,458 mm (57.4 in)
Curb weight1,250–1,410 kg (2,755.8–3,108.5 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBaojun 630[2]

The Baojun RC-5 is a compact car produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling through the Baojun brand. The RC-5 replaces the 630 sedan introduced in 2011.

Overview[]

The RC-5 is a part of the 'New Baojun' sub-category and features the Interstellar Geometry design language of the brand. Available in sedan and station wagon (RC-5W) bodystyles, it shares the platform with the RS-5 SUV.[3][4]

Launched in August 2020, local prices of the Baojun RC-5 models start from RMB59,800 (approximately $8,600 at the rates at the time) for the Baojun RC-5 liftback sedan which is exactly the same as the 630 compact sedan it replaces and RMB72,800 ($10,490) for the RC-5W wagon. The RC-5W wagon offers a cargo space of more than 470 liters (16.6 cu ft) with all seats in place. The RC-5W also features a roof rack, reclining second row seats with airplane-like headrests and extra headroom compared to the RC-5 liftback sedan.[5]

In June 2021, the wagon version was updated and relaunched as the Baojun Valli.[6]

Specifications[]

The engine lineup of the Baojun RC-5 includes two inline-four gasoline engines with one being a 99 PS (98 HP) naturally aspirated 1.5 liter engine and the other one being a 147 PS (145 HP) turbocharged 1.5 liter engine. A six-speed manual gearbox and virtual eight-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT) is offered.[7]

Both RC-5 models feature functions normally found in more premium vehicles according to baojun, including dynamic turn signals, Baojun’s next-generation infotainment system with voice control, wireless cellphone charging, powered seats with memory, and an intelligent air purification system. For safety features, the RC-5 and RC-5W is equipped with 17 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions. The functions are made possible by a combination of a high-resolution camera and millimeter wave radars with a range of 120 meters (393.7 ft) and 160 meters (524.9 ft).[5]



Baojun RC-5

  • Baojun RC-5 front

  • Baojun RC-5 rear

Baojun RC-5W

  • Baojun RC-5W front

  • Baojun RC-5W rear

Baojun RC-5W

  • Baojun Valli front

  • Baojun Valli rear

References[]

  1. ^ Jessica Paola Vera García (2020-03-12). "El Baojun RC-5 será el próximo 'sedán coupé' de GM para China". elcarrocolombiano.com (in Spanish).
  2. ^ https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/03/upcoming-baojun-rc-5-compact-sedan-leaked/
  3. ^ https://www.carscoops.com/2020/04/new-baojun-rc-5-previewed-as-a-skoda-octavia-sized-liftback-for-china/
  4. ^ https://www.carscoops.com/2020/05/gms-baojun-launches-rc-5w-wagon-proving-china-doesnt-just-love-sedans/
  5. ^ a b https://www.carscoops.com/2020/08/gms-baojun-rc-5-and-rc-5w-launch-in-china-from-a-low-8600/
  6. ^ https://plants.gm.com/media/cn/en/baojun/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/cn/en/2021/Jun/0611-baojun.html
  7. ^ https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/03/upcoming-baojun-rc-5-compact-sedan-leaked/
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