Baojun’s New EV For China Looks As Cute As A Puppy, Runs Longer Distances

Baojun, one of GM’s most active brands lately, has released the first photos of its latest new energy vehicle (NEV) for China.

The as-yet-unnamed mini adopts Baojun’s new interstellar geometry design language and looks much sleeker than the similarly-sized E100 and E200 EVs.

Key styling features of the new two-seat electric vehicle include the split body design highlighted by the two-tone exterior, as well as the ‘hui’ character shape of the front bumper. Baojun says the front fascia echoes the pattern of radar waves, making the vehicle easily recognizable “while hinting at the intelligent technology inside.”

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Other interesting exterior details include the flat design of the bottom of the doors made from scratch-proof material, the hidden door handles, and the cruciform wheel design. The pop-out handles and aero-styled wheels are said to reduce wind resistance, a significant advantage for any EV.

Baojun did not reveal when the new mini EV will be launched but did say that it will complement the existing E100 and E200 models. Nothing was divulged about the drivetrain either.

It remains to be seen if it’s related to the Baojun E200, which offers a driving range of up to 270 km (168 miles) on a single charge at a constant speed or 210 km (130 miles) on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Obviously, the real-life range is lower than that.

Baojun says the continued introduction of NEVs “complements the growth of its advanced intelligent family of vehicles featuring conventional powertrains” while also creating more transportation solutions for Chinese customers.