Baojun RC-5

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.

Baojun RC-5
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]

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 L (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] The Valli nameplate of its name stands for the Goddess consort of the Hindu God Murugan.

Specifications

The engine lineup of the Baojun RC-5 includes two inline-four petrol engines with one being a 99 PS (73 kW; 98 hp) naturally aspirated 1.5-litre engine and the other one being a 147 PS (108 kW; 145 hp) turbocharged 1.5-litre engine. A six-speed manual gearbox and virtual eight-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT) is offered.[2]

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 metres (390 ft; 130 yd) and 160 metres (520 ft; 170 yd).[5]

Baojun RC-5

  • Baojun RC-5 front
    Baojun RC-5 front
  • Baojun RC-5 rear
    Baojun RC-5 rear

Baojun RC-5W

  • Baojun RC-5W front
    Baojun RC-5W front
  • Baojun RC-5W rear
    Baojun RC-5W rear

Baojun Valli

  • Baojun Valli front
    Baojun Valli front
  • Baojun Valli rear
    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. "Upcoming Baojun RC-5 Compact Sedan Leaked". 18 March 2020.
  3. "GM's New Baojun RC-5 Previewed As A Compact Liftback For China". Carscoops. 2020-04-15. Retrieved 2022-08-12.
  4. "GM's Baojun Launches RC-5W Wagon Proving China Doesn't Just Love Sedans". Carscoops. 2020-05-14. Retrieved 2022-08-12.
  5. "GM's Baojun RC-5 And RC-5W Launch In China From A Low $8,600". Carscoops. 2020-08-11. Retrieved 2022-08-12.
  6. "Baojun Launches Valli Station Wagon". 11 June 2021.
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