The Beijing Mofang (Chinese: 北京汽车魔方; pinyin: Běijīng Qìchē Mófāng), translated to Rubik's Cube in some English sources, also known as the Beijing X55 or Beijing X55 II[2] in several overseas markets (often simply referred as the BAIC X55 or BAIC X55 II in some overseas promotional materials), is a compact crossover SUV produced by BAIC under the Beijing brand.
| Beijing Mofang | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Beijing (BAIC) |
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| Production | 2022–present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front wheel drive |
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| Power output | 130 kW (170 hp; 172 PS) |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm (107.7 in) |
| Length | 4,620 mm (181.9 in) |
| Width | 1,886 mm (74.3 in) |
| Height | 1,680 mm (66.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
Overview edit
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Codenamed "C52X" during its development, it was first teased in 10 November 2021 under the temporarily name Beijing X6, with its official name was determined by a public voting campaign ran by BAIC.[3] A pre-production prototype was unveiled at the 2021 Guangzhou International Motor Show in 11 November 2021, subsequently revealing Mofang as its official name, based on the campaign's voting results.[4] The full production model was unveiled in April 2022.[5] It is the first internal-combustion vehicle in the Chinese domestic market to use Huawei’s HarmonyOS.[6]
Powertrain edit
The Beijing Mofang is available with one engine; a 1.5-litre Magic Core variable-geometry turbocharged (VGT) petrol engine, developed in collaboration with the German automobile parts manufacturer Meta GmbH. The engine is rated at 130 kW (170 hp) and 305 N⋅m (225 lbf⋅ft) of torque, and is mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).[7]
Markets edit
Indonesia edit
The Mofang was introduced in Indonesia in 14 May 2024 as the Beijing X55 II, alongside the BJ40 Plus, marking BAIC's entry to the Indonesian market.[8]
Italy edit
The Mofang is rebadged and sold in Italy by importer Cirelli Motor Company as the Cirelli 4.[9] Unlike other markets, the Cirelli 4 features an option of a bi-fuel (petrol/LPG) setup for the base engine, alongside the conventional petrol setup.
Philippines edit
The Mofang was introduced in the Philippines in March 2024 as the X55 Verve, alongside the B40 Ragnar, B60 Beaumont, B80 Wagon and X7 Grandeza, as a part of BAIC's second brand re-launch in the country, following the acquisition of its distribution by United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI).[10] Sales were commenced at the 19th Manila International Auto Show in April 2024.[11]
Poland edit
The Mofang was launched in Poland in December 2023 as the Beijing 5, alongside the Beijing 3 and Beijing 7, as a part of BAIC's entry to the Polish market.[12]
Russia edit
The Mofang was launched in Russia in September 2023 as the Beijing X55.[13] At launch, it is initially available in two grade levels: Comfort and Elite.[14] The Luxury grade was added in April 2024.[15] It is locally assembled at Avtotor's facility in Kaliningrad, where production was started in August 2023.[16]
South Africa edit
The Mofang was introduced in South Africa in October 2022 as the Beijing X55,[17] and launched in November 2022.[18] It is available in three grade levels: Dynamic, Elite and Premium.[19]
References edit
- ^ Mbaduli, Siyavuya (2022-11-30). "South Africa BAIC facility confirmed to produce X55 Beijing". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2023-02-26.
- ^ Mohamad, Lyna (2023-02-11). "New SUVs enters Brunei market". Borneo Bulletin. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ "【图】开启中文名征集 北京汽车X6更多信息_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Duan Di (2021-11-19). "2021广州车展：北京汽车 魔方正式发布". Autohome CN (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2022-10-25.
- ^ Chen, Dong Yi (2022-04-26). "Beijing Mofang To Launch In June 2022, Price Starts At 16,900 USD". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Chen, Dong Yi (2022-07-04). "Beijing Mofang Compact SUV Pre-sale Starts At 15,300 USD". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
- ^ Droppa, Denis (2022-10-11). "FIRST DRIVE | New BAIC Beijing X55 is an enticing proposition". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Anshori, Luthfi (2024-05-14). "Mobil China BAIC Resmi Hadir di Indonesia, Bawa Dua SUV Andalan". detikOto (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ "Cirelli 4". Cirelli Motor Company (in Italian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ De Guzman, Marcus (2024-03-18). "BAIC makes PH comeback with UAAGI, previews 5 models". AutoIndustriya. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ De Guzman, Marcus (2024-04-04). "MIAS 2024: BAIC returns to PH with UAAGI, launches SUV lineup". AutoIndustriya. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Kamiński, Mariusz (2023-12-12). "Chiński BAIC jest już w Polsce. Szokuje nie tylko ceną". Auto Świat (in Polish). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Gorbenko, Maxim (2023-09-14). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 представлен в России: первые впечатления". AutoReview.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Chuprov, Alexander (2023-09-25). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 поступил в продажу в России". AUTOSTAT (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Govorov, Andrey (2024-04-04). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 в России: обновление и расширение линейки комплектаций". Kolesa.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Shokhinov, Alexander (2023-08-14). "«Автотор» приступил к производству среднеразмерных кроссоверов BAIC X55". Auto.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Woosey, Jason (2022-10-07). "BAIC's futuristic-looking Beijing X55 SUV confirmed for South Africa". IOL. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Shahini, Alex (2022-11-22). "BAIC launches the promising Beijing X55 SUV - launch review". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Bosch, Charl (2022-11-19). "Wait over: Striking Beijing X55 officially priced". The Citizen. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
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