Baojun RM-5
The Baojun RM-5 is a five-door seven-seater MPV produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling through the Baojun brand. It was introduced in September 2019.
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | SAIC-GM-Wuling |
Production | 2019–present |
Assembly | China: Liuzhou, Guangxi |
Designer | Junkai Yang (concept version) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size minivan |
Body style | 5-door wagon |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Related | Baojun 530 Baojun 730 Baojun RC-6 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 L LJO I4-T (petrol) |
Power output | 108 kW (145 hp; 147 PS) |
Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
Length | 4,705 mm (185.2 in) |
Width | 1,806 mm (71.1 in) |
Height | 1,625 mm (64.0 in) |
Curb weight | 1,470–1,541 kg (3,240.8–3,397.3 lb) |
Overview
The RM-5 debuted as a concept car named RM-C during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show at the Shanghai International Fashion Center in April 2019.
- Baojun RM-C Concept
The mass production version was announced three months later. The RM-5 is positioned under the 'New Baojun' sub-category together with the RS-5 and RC-6, and as the upmarket alternative to the Baojun 730. Initial prices started from 86,800 yuan to 118,800 yuan.[1] The RM-5 is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 145 HP (147 PS) and 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) of torque. Transmission options include a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional CVT that can simulate eight speeds.[2]
- Side profile, production version
- Rear view
Overseas markets
It was reported that the RM-5 would be badged as a Chevrolet for Thai market, like the Baojun 530.[3][4] As General Motors withdrew from the Thai market, the plan was likely shelved.
References
- "【宝骏RM-5参数配置表】_宝骏_宝骏RM-5配置_价格单_汽车之家". car.autohome.com.cn. Retrieved 2019-09-21.
- "Baojun RM-5 MPV And RC-6 Crossover Debut In China With Shared Powertrain, Tech". carscoops.com. 2019-09-12. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
- Limited, Bangkok Post Public Company. "Chevrolet eyes three new crossovers for Thailand". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2019-09-21.
- "Chevrolet plans 3 new SUVs for Thailand, Captiva first". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2019-07-03. Retrieved 2019-09-21.