Baojun Yep#Yep Plus
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Baojun Yep
| image = 2023 Baojun Yep.jpg
| manufacturer = SAIC-GM-Wuling
| aka =
| production = 2023–present
| assembly = China: Liuzhou, Guangxi
| designer =
| class = Crossover city car (A)
| body_style = 3-door SUV
| layout = Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive
| platform = SGMW Global Small Electric Vehicle
| related = {{ubl
}}
| electric_range = {{convert|303|km|mi|1|abbr=on}} (CLTC)
| battery = 28.1 kWh LFP
| motor = Permanent magnet synchronous motor
| transmission = Single-Speed
| powerout = {{convert|50|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2110|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3381|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1685|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1721|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1006|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
}}
The Baojun Yep ({{Lang-zh|c=|p=Bǎojùn Yuèyě|s=宝骏悦也}}) is a battery electric crossover city car manufactured by SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) since 2023 under the Baojun brand.{{Cite web |last=MotorNet |title=Lançamento do Baojun Yueye 2023 |url=http://motornet.com.br/noticia/lancamento-do-baojun-yueye-2023 |access-date=2023-06-19 |website=MotorNet |language=pt-br}} "悦也" literally translates as "joy also" or "happy together", is the homophone of "越野" which means "offroad".
History
In February 2023, the Chinese joint-venture SAIC-GM-Wuling introduced a new small city car in the form of a combination of a 3-door hatchback with features reminiscent of large off-road vehicles such as the Suzuki Jimny.{{cite web | url = https://namasce.pl/baojun-yep-ev-czyli-chinski-wynalazek-na-czterech-kolach-wyglada-jak-karykatura-suzuki-jimny/ | title = Baojun Yep EV, czyli chiński wynalazek na czterech kołach. Wygląda jak karykatura Suzuki Jimny | language = pl | accessdate = 2023-02-19}} The result was the Baojun Yep crossover.{{cite web | url = https://autogaleria.pl/baojun-yep-2023-zdjecia-premiera | title = "Kochanie, skurczyłem naszą terenówkę". Baojun Yep to mały Jee-p na prąd | language = pl | accessdate = 2023-02-19}}
The Yep is distinguished by its angular silhouette with clearly defined wheel arches, black bumpers, and sill covers, as well as an imitation spare wheel on the trunk lid. The vehicle also uses full LED lighting, with a characteristic arrangement of stripes on the front covers. In addition, despite its small external dimensions, the Yep is a 4-seater car that can accommodate 2 passengers in each row of seats, which has been achieved with a length of less than 3.4 meters.{{cite web | url = https://www.automotoklassik.pl/2023/02/16/baojun-yep-maly-elektryczny-terenowiec-ktory-ma-stworzyc-nowa-klase/ | title = Baojun Yep – mały elektryczny terenowiec, który ma stworzyć nową klasę | language = pl | accessdate = 2023-02-19}}
The Yep is the first SUV with a 300x256 mm LCD screen on the rear exterior. The shape is similar to a wristwatch and is used to display messages, emojis, pictures or animations to other drivers on the road.{{Cite web |last=Evelin |date=2023-04-28 |title="Get to know the incredible technology of the GM Electric Jeep: screens that connect you to other drivers" - Aglomerado Digital |url=https://aglomerado.digital/en/discover-the-incredible-technology-of-gm-electric-jeep-screens-that-connect-you-to-other-drivers-2/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=Digital Agglomerate |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Gray |first=Adam |date=2023-04-27 |title=The Baojun Yep mini EV has a digital screen on its tailgate |url=https://supercarblondie.com/the-baojun-yep-mini-ev-has-a-digital-screen-on-its-tailgate/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=supercarblondie.com |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Opletal |first=Jiri |date=2023-04-26 |title=Baojun Yep unveiled an exterior LCD screen to share messages with other drivers |url=https://carnewschina.com/2023/04/26/baojun-yep-unveiled-an-exterior-lcd-screen-to-share-messages-with-other-drivers/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=CarNewsChina.com |language=en-US}}
The Yep was created for the dynamically developing electric car market in China in mind, with the start of sales scheduled for May 2023, just after the official presentation to the public at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show.{{cite web | url = https://carnewschina.com/2023/02/13/baojun-yep-unveiled-in-china-the-coolest-tiny-suv-ever/ | title = Baojun Yep Unveiled In China – The Coolest Tiny SUV Ever? | language = en | accessdate = 2023-02-19}}
A 2-door pickup truck version with 4WD is in development.https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/cute-ute-we-say-yep-gms-baojun-yep-is-a-baby-electric-ute-thats-trying-to-out-adorable-the
The Yep is powered by an electric motor located at the rear axle, which develops 67 hp and 140 Nm of maximum torque. It allows the driver to accelerate up to a top speed of {{cvt|100|km/h|abbr=on}}. The iron-phosphate battery allows the user to drive about 303 kilometers on a single charge in urban conditions according to the CLTC measurement cycle.{{cite web | url = https://www.carscoops.com/2023/02/baojun-yep-might-be-your-new-ev-crush-from-china/ | title = Baojun Yep Might Be Your New EV Crush From China | language = en | accessdate = 2023-02-19}}
File:Вaojun Yep 001.jpg|Rear view
File:Baojun Yep 008.jpg|Interior
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Yep Plus
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Baojun Yep Plus
| image = Baojun Yueye (Yep) Plus 01 China 2024-03-22.jpg
| manufacturer = SAIC-GM-Wuling
| model_code = E260S
| aka = Chevrolet Spark EUV
| production = 2024–present
| assembly = China: Liuzhou, Guangxi
| designer =
| class = Crossover city car (A)
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| layout = Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive
| platform = SGMW Global Small Electric Vehicle
| related = {{ubl
}}
| electric_range = {{convert|301-501|km|mi|abbr=on}} (CLTC)
| battery = {{ubl
| 41.9 kWh LFP Gotion
| 54 kWh LFP Gotion
}}
| motor = Permanent magnet synchronous motor
| transmission = Single-Speed
| powerout = {{convert|75|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2560|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3996|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1760|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1726|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1325|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
| charging = {{ubl
| DC & AC
| 3.3 kW V2L
}}
}}
The 5-door Yep was revealed on 15 January 2024 as the Yep Plus.{{Cite web |last=Bobylev |first=Denis |date=2024-01-15 |title=GM’s Baojun Yep Plus revealed with five doors and 401km range |url=https://carnewschina.com/2024/01/15/gms-baojun-yep-plus-revealed-with-five-doors-and-401km-range/ |access-date=2024-01-15 |website=CarNewsChina.com |language=en-US}} It went on sale in China in April 2024.{{Cite web |date=2024-04-12 |title=【图】售8.08万元起 宝骏悦也家族正式上市_汽车之家 |trans-title=Baojun Yueye family officially goes on the market with prices starting at 80,800 RMB |url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202404/1295316.html |access-date=2024-04-13 |website=www.autohome.com.cn}}
In January 2025, it was announced that the Yep Plus would be exported to Brazil as the Chevrolet Spark EUV under General Motors do Brasil.{{Cite web |last=Centeno |first=Deivis |date=2025-02-14 |title=Brand-New Chevy Spark EUV Makes Its World Debut |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/02/brand-new-chevy-spark-euv-makes-its-world-debut/ |access-date=2025-02-14 |website=GM Authority |language=en-US}} It will also be exported to the Middle East and Mexico in February 2025.{{Cite web |last=Centeno |first=Deivis |date=2025-02-15 |title=All-New 2026 Chevy Spark EUV Officially Unveiled In Mexico |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/02/all-new-2026-chevy-spark-euv-officially-unveiled-in-mexico/ |access-date=2025-02-16 |website=GM Authority |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Centeno |first=Deivis |date=2025-02-17 |title=All-New Chevy Spark EUV Unveiled In The Middle East |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/02/all-new-chevy-spark-euv-unveiled-in-the-middle-east/ |access-date=2025-02-19 |website=GM Authority |language=en-US}}
File:Baojun Yueye (Yep) Plus 02 China 2024-03-22.jpg|Rear view
= 2026 update =
The 2026 update for the Yep Plus will be launched on May 27, 2025, and features updates to the interior and new battery capacity options.
The vehicle is now a 5-seater, with the addition of a center seat to the second row. The central infotainment screen has been upgraded from 10.1-inch to a 12.8-inch unit with higher brightness, and adds camping and nap modes. It also receives improved sound insulation. In addition to the original 41.9{{Nbsp}}kWh LFP battery option with a {{Convert|401|km|mi|adj=on}} CLTC range rating, the 2026 Yep Plus receives options for smaller 32{{Nbsp}}kWh and larger 54{{Nbsp}}kWh LFP packs with {{Convert|301 and 501|km|mi}} of range, respectively.{{Cite web |date=2025-05-16 |title= |script-title=zh:增501km续航版本 2026款宝骏悦也Plus实车首发 预计5月27日上市 |trans-title=The 2026 Baojun Yep Plus with an increased range of 501km is expected to be launched on May 27 |url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202505/1306143.html#pvareaid=102624 |access-date=2025-05-18 |website=www.autohome.com.cn}}{{clear}}
Sales
| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" |Year ! colspan="2" |China |
| Yep
!Plus |
|---|
| 2023
|{{Em dash}} |
| 2024
|9.428 |
References
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External links
{{Commons category multi|Baojun Yueye|Baojun Yueye Plus}}
- {{Official website|https://en.sgmw.com.cn/yueyechexing/yueyechexing.html|name=Baojun}}
- {{Official website|https://www.chevroletarabia.com/ae-en/upcoming/spark-euv|name=Chevrolet}}
{{SAIC-GM-Wuling}}
{{Baojun automobile timeline, 2010–present}}
{{Chevrolet (South America) timeline 2020 to date}}
{{Chevrolet vehicles}}
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