General Motors' Chinese joint venture SAIC-GM-Wuling
has introduced the Baojun E100, a small electric car inspired by the Smart
ForTwo Electric Drive. Priced from RMB 35,800, which is equal to US$ 5,326 at
today's exchange rates, the E100 is powered by a single motor that pushes 39
horses and 110 Nm of torque to the wheels.
The Baojun E110 can reach a top speed of 100 km/h, and its lithium-ion battery pack, whose capacity remains undisclosed
for now, can be fully charged in 7.5 hours, providing it with a zero-emission
range of up to 155 km.
It also has independent front-wheel suspension and
single-arm rear suspension, electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), anti-lock
brakes (ABS), electric power steering, pedestrian alert, electronic parking
brake, parking sensors, and ISOFIX locks for child safety seats.
Inside, it can sit two adults that will get to enjoy
the 7-inch screen infotainment system with Wi-Fi, in the most basic version,
while the upper Zhixiang grade comes with a touchpad, air filter, and keyless
entry.
GM's small electric vehicle that can already be
ordered in China follows a suite of vehicles launched recently under the Baojun
name such as the 510 and 560 SUVs, and 310 hatch and wagon.