Beijing EX3

The Beijing EX3 or previously the BJEV EX3 is a front-motor, five-door all-electric subcompact hatchback marketed by BAIC Motor Electric Vehicle Co Ltd.[1] The maker is a wholly owned subsidiary of BAIC Group.[2] The EX3 was marketed under the Beijing brand as of 2020.

Beijing EX3
Beijing EX3
Overview
ManufacturerBAIC Group
Also calledBJEV EX3
Production2018 – present
Model years2018–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact
Body style5-door Hatchback
LayoutElectric Drive Unit, front-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor160 kW (215 hp) permanent magnet motor/generator, torque 160 lb.ft./300 Nm
TransmissionElectronic Precision Shift, single speed
Batterylithium-ion
Electric range501 kilometres (311 mi)
Plug-in charging120 V, 240 V AC
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,585 mm (102 in)
Length4,200 mm (165 in)
Width1,780 mm (70 in)
Height1,638 mm (64 in)
Curb weight1,600 kg (3,527 lb)

History

The EX3 was originally previewed as the EX3 Concept on the 2018 Beijing Auto Show.[3] The production model is launched in the same year despite having a very different appearance.

  • BJEV EX3
    BJEV EX3
  • BJEV EX3 rear quarter
    BJEV EX3 rear quarter

The production EX3 was sold under the BJEV product line, and The price range of the BJEV EX3 at launch was 133,900 yuan to 163,900 yuan.[4] As of 2020, the BJEV branding was replaced by the Beijing brand.

  • Beijing EX3
    Beijing EX3
  • Beijing EX3 rear quarter
    Beijing EX3 rear quarter

Specifications

The motor powering the Beijing EX3 has a peak power at 160 kW and peak torque at 300 Nm. The range depends on the different models with the new-for-2020 R500 capable of a range of 421 km (NEDC). A limited edition model launched at the end of 2019 is capable of a range of 476 km, and the R600 is capable of a range of 501 km.[5]

The Beijing EX3 is equipped with ternary lithium batteries, with an electronic control system monitoring the vehicle, aiding battery life, acceleration, and driver control. The EX3 also features voice control for sat-nav, a fixed sunroof, and multimedia functions.[5]

Design controversies

Styling of the BJEV EX3 is controversial, as the exterior design heavily resembles the Chevrolet Bolt EV.[6]

See also

References
  1. Wang, Joey (June 21, 2018). "The Beijing Auto EX3 Is Different, And Interesting". CarNewsChina.com.
  2. Wang, Joey (November 8, 2012). "BAIC is going Big in electric vehicles in China". CarNewsChina.com.
  3. Wang, Joey (April 25, 2018). "Highlights Of The 2018 Beijing Auto Show Day 1 Part 2". CarNewsChina.com.
  4. "北汽新能源-北汽新能源EX3".
  5. "Beijing EX3".
  6. "First generation BAIC EX3".
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