2020 Wuling Hong Guang Plus Is GM’s New, China-Only Minivan

The Hong Guang nameplate may not mean much to most of us, but with more than 4.5 million vehicles sold, it’s one of the most popular in China.

Now, the family has welcomed the Hong Guang Plus, a minivan aimed exclusively at the local market, which will go on sale in October with a yet-to-be-disclosed price.

Made by the SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture, the people carrier is 4,722 mm (185.9 in) long, 1,840 mm (72.4 in) wide and 1,810 mm (71.3 in) tall, and has a 2,800 mm (110.2 in) wheelbase. This makes it the largest member of the Hong Guang lineup and slightly smaller than the Honda Odyssey.

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On the outside, the Hong Guang Plus sports angled lines said to have been inspired by a Chinese traditional ceremonial vessel, with the familiar grille at the front, a floating style roof, vertical taillights and clean tailgate. Customers will be able to select between four exterior colors: Polar White, Jet Black, Celestine Blue and Sterling Silver.

For the interior, the automaker has chosen a minimalistic approach, with very few buttons and a wide-angle display for the infotainment system. It also boasts leather upholstery, glossy trim and a lot of storage spaces, as well as air conditioning, reversing camera, cruise control and others.

Power comes from a 1.5-liter turbocharged four that produces 150 PS (148 HP / 108 kW) and 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) of torque between 2,200 and 3,900 rpm, and is paired to a six-speed manual transmission.

GM’s Hong Guang Plus will soon be challenged by the Volkswagen Viloran, another large people carrier aimed at the People’s Republic market.