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BAIC Senova X55 II BJEV EX5 61.8 kWh (218 Hp) Electric
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BAIC Senova X55:
The Beijing Mofang , translated to Rubik's Cube in English sources, also known globally as the BAIC Beijing X55 or simply BAIC X55, is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automaker BAIC Group under the company's Beijing passenger car marque.
Codenamed "C52X" during its development, it was first teased on 10 November 2021 under the placeholder name "Beijing X6", with its official name was determined by a public voting campaign ran by BAIC. A pre-production prototype was unveiled at the 2021 Guangzhou International Motor Show, subsequently revealing Mofang as its official name. The full production model was revealed in April 2022. Sales were commenced in China on 28 July 2022. It is the first internal-combustion vehicle in the Chinese domestic market to use Huawei’s HarmonyOS....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II BJEV EX5 Overview:
BAIC Senova X55 (II BJEV EX5). With a weight of 1770 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
61.8 kWh (218 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers brisk acceleration suitable for city and highway driving, though the top speed is capped at 160 km/h. The electric motor provides instant torque delivery (300 Nm) for responsive driving.
Fuel Economy
The 61.8 kWh battery provides a competitive 415 km (NEDC equivalent) range for its segment in 2019, making it suitable for daily commutes and longer trips with proper charging planning.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Good electric range for its time (415 km)
- • Strong electric motor performance (218 Hp, 300 Nm)
- • Practical and spacious SUV body type
- • Modern BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) architecture
- • Zero tailpipe emissions
Cons:
- • Limited top speed (160 km/h)
- • Brand recognition and service network may be limited outside of China
- • Potential for slower DC fast charging speeds compared to newer EVs
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: January, 2016 - September, 2018).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | BAIC |
| Model: | Senova X55 |
| Generation: | II BJEV EX5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 61.8 kWh (218 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | January, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.2 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1770 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4480 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Width: | 1837 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Height: | 1673 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2665 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 61.8 kWh |
| System power: | 218 Hp |
| All-electric range: | 415 km |
| Electric motor power: | 218 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 300 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front, Transverse |
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