Baojun 730
{{short description|Minivan produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Baojun 730
| image = Baojun 730 II 001 China 2017-04-05.jpg
| manufacturer = SAIC-GM-Wuling
| aka = {{unbulleted list
| Wuling 730 (China, 2020–2021){{Cite web|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201906/937925.html|title=【图】换标姊妹车 上汽通用五菱730申报图曝光_汽车之家|website=www.autohome.com.cn}}
| Wuling Cortez (Indonesia, 2018–present; Brunei, 2021–present; Bangladesh, 2023–present)
}}
| production = 2014–present
| class = Minivan
| body_style = 5-door minivan
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
}}
The Baojun 730 ({{zh|s=宝骏730|t=|p=Bǎojùn 730|c=}}) is a minivan produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling through the Baojun brand. The 730 was launched at the 2014 Auto China and developed at the SAIC-GM-Wuling Chinese joint venture specifically for the Chinese market.{{cite web|title=GM gives China 7-seat minivan, still won't offer MPV in US|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2014/07/31/gm-gives-china-7-seat-minivan-still-wont-offer-us/#slide-endcap|website=AutoBlog|accessdate=4 August 2015|date=31 July 2014}} Baojun sold 250,000 units of the car in the first year of sales.{{cite web|title=Baojun 730 Receives Five Stars in C-NCAP Safety Testing|url=http://media.gm.com/media/cn/en/baojun/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/cn/en/2015/july/0707_baojun-safety-testing.html|website=GM Media|accessdate=4 August 2015|date=7 July 2015}}
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First generation (2014)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = 2015 Baojun 730 1.5L, front 8.5.18.jpg
| aka = Wuling 730 (2020–2021)
| production = {{unbulleted list
| 2014–2017 (Baojun 730)
| 2020–2021 (Wuling 730)
}}
| assembly = China: Liuzhou, Guangxi
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.8 L LJ479QNE2 I4
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|82|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (L2B)
| {{convert|101|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LJ479QNE2)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual
| 6-speed manual
| 5-speed semi-automatic
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4710|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1780|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1745|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1340|–|1410|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
}}
The first-generation 730 is available in two four-cylinder engine options: a 1.5-litre (1,485 cc) engine producing {{convert|82|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|146|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque and a 1.8-litre (1,796 cc) unit producing {{convert|101|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}}. The suspension system was tuned by Lotus.{{cite web|title=GM-built Baojun 730 Is a Chinese Minivan with Lotus-tuned Suspension|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/news/gm-built-baojun-730-is-a-chinese-minivan-with-lotus-tuned-suspension-photo-gallery-84715.html|website=Auto Evolution|accessdate=4 August 2015|date=1 August 2014}}
File:Baojun 730 01 China 2015-04-10.jpg|Baojun 730 (pre-facelift)
File:Baojun 730 02 China 2015-04-10.jpg|730 (pre-facelift)
File:2016 Baojun 730 (facelift), front 8.4.18.jpg|730 (facelift)
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Second generation (CN210M; 2017)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation (CN210M)
| image = Baojun 730 II China 2017-03-22.jpg
| aka = Wuling Cortez (Indonesia, 2018–present; Brunei, 2021–present)
| production = 2017–present
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| Indonesia: Cikarang, West Java (SGMW Indonesia)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.5 L L2B I4
| 1.8 L LJ479QNE2 I4
}}
| motor = Integrated Motor Generator
| battery = Lithium Ion
| drivetrain = 48V mild hybrid
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|77|–|82|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (L2B)
| {{convert|103|–|114|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LJO)
| {{convert|96|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LJ479QNE2)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual (1.5 L)
| 6-speed manual (1.5 L, 1.5 L turbo and 1.8 L)
| 5-speed automated manual (1.8 L)
| 6-speed dual-clutch (1.5 L turbo)
| CVT (1.5 L turbo)
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4780|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|1765|–|1780|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (730)
| {{convert|1816|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Cortez)
}}
| height = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|1740|–|1775|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (730)
| {{convert|1755|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Cortez)
}}
| weight = {{convert|1420|–|1564|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = Baojun 730 I
| successor = Baojun RM-5
Wuling Jiachen (Wuling variant)
| sp = uk
}}
The second-generation 730 was announced with an updated powertrain options and additional improvements in late November 2017. Apart from the engines available from the first-generation model, a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine and a six-speed dual-clutch transmission options were added. The engine produces {{convert|110|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|230|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque. The second-generation 730 also has a multi-link rear suspension.{{cite web|title=saic-gm-wuling-updates-baojun-730-with-new-powertrain-and-chassis-improvements|url=http://gmauthority.com/blog/2017/11/saic-gm-wuling-updates-baojun-730-with-new-powertrain-and-chassis-improvements/|website=GM Authority|accessdate=3 March 2018|date=27 November 2017}}{{cite web|title=Baojun Upgrades The 730 7-Seat MPV With 1.5-Liter Turbo Engine|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2017/11/baojun-upgrades-730-7-seat-mpv-with-15/|website=carscoops|accessdate=3 March 2018|date=23 November 2017}}{{cite web|title=Finally, Driving Chinese Cars In China|url=https://www.motor1.com/features/223570/driving-chinese-cars-in-china/|website=Motor1|accessdate=3 March 2018|date=6 December 2017}}
In November 2018, a 48V mild hybrid variant was added to the line up. It is only available for the 1.5-litre turbo engine and paired to a 6-speed manual transmission. The 1.8-litre model was also discontinued.{{cite web|url=https://baijiahao.baidu.com/s?id=1620719173813514296|title=宝骏730 48V混动版解析：真不只是省油那么简单|website=Baidu|language=Chinese}}{{cite web|url=https://baijiahao.baidu.com/s?id=1620719508832950967|title=外观配置再升级，2019款宝骏730正式上市|website=Baidu|language=Chinese}}
File:2017 Baojun 730 Turbo (front).jpg|Front view
File:Baojun 730 Turbo facelift rear 8.14.18.jpg|Rear view
= {{anchor|Cortez}} Wuling Cortez =
In Indonesia, the second-generation 730 is marketed under Wuling marque as the Wuling Cortez. The name "Cortez" is taken from Spanish word "cortés", which means "courteous" in English.{{Cite web|url=http://otodriver.com/article/view/kenapa-wuling-pilih-nama-cortez-untuk-indonesia/9mhCrBI1--IybeQeHpTj_RdE4x5tLufULRcjux1mB2I|title=Kenapa Wuling Pilih Nama "Cortez" untuk Indonesia?|first=Danu P.|last=Dirgantoro|website=Oto Driver|language=Indonesian}} The car was launched on 8 February 2018 with two trim levels; C and L.{{Cite press release|url=https://wuling.id/en/blog/press-release/wuling-brings-two-variants-for-cortez/|title=Wuling Brings Two Variants for Cortez|date=9 February 2018|publisher=Wuling Indonesia}} Initially, there is only one engine option, a 1.8-litre (1,798 cc) engine producing {{convert|96|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|174|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual unit (i-AMT) developed by Aisin.{{cite web|url=https://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2018/02/16/090750915/alasan-wuling-pilih-transmisi-i-amt-pada-cortez|title=Alasan Wuling Pilih Transmisi i-AMT pada Cortez|author=Aditya Maulana| editor=Agung Kurniawan|date=16 February 2017|publisher=Kompas|language=Indonesian}} The 1.5-litre engine option was added in April 2018 with a sole 6-speed manual transmission, it is only available for the C trim and new S trim as the base model.{{Cite press release|url=https://wuling.id/en/blog/press-release/cortez-1-5-completes-the-medium-mpv-segment-of-wuling-motors/|title=Cortez 1.5 Completes the Medium MPV Segment of Wuling Motors|publisher=Wuling Indonesia|date=20 April 2018}}
The "Cortez CT" with a turbocharged 1.5-litre engine option was made available from April 2019.{{Cite press release|url=https://wuling.id/en/blog/press-release/wuling-cortez-ct-and-act-confero-s-officially-launched-in-indonesia/|title=Wuling Cortez CT and ACT Confero S Officially Launched in Indonesia|publisher=Wuling Indonesia|date=25 April 2019}} It is mated to a continuously variable transmission sourced from Bosch.{{Cite web|url=https://www.liputan6.com/otomotif/read/3947147/2-senjata-baru-wuling-cortez-ct-turbo-dan-cvt|title=2 Senjata Baru Wuling Cortez CT, Turbo dan CVT|author=Amal Abdurachman|date=22 April 2019|work=Liputan6|language=Indonesian}}{{Cite web|url=https://autonetmagz.com/wuling-cortez-ct-pakai-mesin-turbo-transmisi-cvt-almaz/78108/|title=Wuling Cortez CT, Pakai Mesin Turbo & Transmisi CVT Almaz!|author=Satria Katana|date=22 April 2019|work=AutonetMagz|language=Indonesian}} The car is also received several improvement such as new front grille, new interior colour, one push start-stop button, keyless entry and emergency stop signal. Later in July 2020, both the 1.5-litre and 1.8-litre naturally aspirated engines were discontinued and leaving the turbocharged 1.5-litre unit as the sole powertrain option.{{Cite web|url=https://www.liputan6.com/otomotif/read/4311345/wuling-indonesia-tak-lagi-jual-cortez-18-liter-ini-alasannya|title=Wuling Indonesia Tak Lagi Jual Cortez 1.8 Liter, Ini Alasannya|author=Arief Aszhari|date=20 July 2020|work=Liputan6|language=Indonesian}} The base model CT S was later added to the line up in the same month.{{Cite press release|url=https://wuling.id/en/blog/press-release/wuling-introduces-cortez-ct-type-s-in-indonesia/|title=Wuling Introduces Cortez CT Type S in Indonesia|publisher=Wuling Indonesia|date=15 July 2020}} Compared to the old S trim, the engine cover, engine hood insulation and third row USB port were deleted, but it received CVT transmission just like the higher trims.
In February 2021, the Cortez CT was launched in Brunei Darussalam.{{cite news|url=https://borneobulletin.com.bn/cortez-makes-debut-in-sultanate/|title=Cortez makes debut in Sultanate|first=Lyna|last=Mohamad|publisher=Borneo Bulletin|date=6 February 2021}}
The Indonesian market Cortez was updated in March 2022 to include MyWuling+ vehicle telematics system and WIND (Wuling Indonesian Command) voice command system, which only supports the Indonesian language.{{Cite press release|url=https://wuling.id/en/blog/press-release/wuling-officially-launched-new-cortez-innovating-comfort-zone/|title=Wuling Officially Launched New Cortez 'Innovating Comfort Zone'|publisher=Wuling Indonesia|date=24 March 2022}}{{Cite web|url=https://otomotif.tempo.co/read/1574328/kupas-tuntas-ubahan-pada-wuling-cortez-facelift-2022|title=Kupas Tuntas Ubahan pada Wuling Cortez Facelift 2022|author=Dicky Kurniawan|editor=Wawan Priyanto|date=24 March 2022|work=Tempo|language=Indonesian}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.liputan6.com/otomotif/read/4919624/semakin-canggih-new-wuling-cortez-kini-dilengkapi-wind-dan-iov|title=Semakin Canggih, New Wuling Cortez Kini Dilengkapi WIND dan IOV|author=Septian Pamungkas|date=24 March 2022|work=Liputan6|language=Indonesian}} It is also improved with new interior color, alloy wheels, 10.25-inch LCD display, anti pinch power windows, silver Wuling emblem and multipurpose seat tray on the second row. The "CT" naming was removed, the car is now sold with S, CE and EX trims.
File:2018 Wuling Cortez 1.5 C (20180426).jpg|2018 Wuling Cortez 1.5 C (Indonesia)
File:Wuling Cortez (front), Denpasar.jpg|2018 Cortez 1.8 L (Indonesia)
File:Wuling Cortez (rear), Denpasar.jpg|2018 Cortez 1.8 L (Indonesia)
File:2022 Wuling Cortez EX (Indonesia) front view.jpg|2022 Cortez EX 1.5T L (Indonesia)
File:2022 Wuling Cortez EX (Indonesia) interior.jpg|2022 Cortez EX interior (Indonesia)
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Sales
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| Calendar year
! Indonesia |
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| 2014
| 120,089 ! rowspan="4"| |
| 2015
| 321,069 |
| 2016
| 370,169 |
| 2017
| 275,277 |
| 2018
| 111,507 |
| 2019
| 98,912 |
| 2020
| 50,240 |
| 2021
| 25,625 |
| 2022 |
| 2023 |
| 2024 |
References
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External links
{{Commons category}}
- {{Official website}}
{{SAIC-GM-Wuling}}
{{Baojun automobile timeline, 2010–present}}