Senova X25
{{Infobox automobile
|image=File:Senova X25 001 China 2016-04-13.jpg
|name=Senova (BAIC) X25
|aka = {{ubl
| BJEV EX360 (NEV version)
| BJEV EC5 (EV facelift)
| Micro X25 (Sri Lanka)
| Beijing EC5
}}
|manufacturer = Senova (BAIC Motor)
|assembly = {{ubl
| Veracruz, Mexico{{cite web|url=https://www.baicgroup.com.cn/en/news/22.814.html|title=The first production line of BAIC in Mexico was officially launched|date=23 May 2017}}
| Batna, Algeria{{Cite web|url=https://www.autobip.com/fr/actualite/une_dizaine_de_nouvelles_demandes_d%27usines_automobile_sur_la_table_du_cni/6285|title=Une dizaine de nouvelles demandes d'usines automobile sur la table du CNI|website=autobip.com|date=22 October 2018|access-date=2024-08-30|language=fr}}
| Golpayegan, Iran
}}
| layout = FF
|body_style = 5-door SUV
|production = 2015–2019{{citation needed|date=February 2020}}
|model_years = 2015–2019
|engine = 1.5 L A151 I4 (petrol)
|transmission = {{ubl
| 5-speed manual
| 4-speed automatic
}}
|wheelbase = {{cvt|2519|mm|in|1}}
|length = {{cvt|4110|mm|in|1}}
|width = {{cvt|1750|mm|in|1}}
|height = {{cvt|1545|mm|in|1}}
|weight = {{cvt|1119-1153|kg|lb|0}}
|class = Subcompact crossover SUV (B)
|designer =
|related = {{ubl
| Smart Forfour (1st generation)
}}
}}
The Senova (BAIC) X25 is a subcompact crossover SUV based on the Senova D20 hatchback produced by Senova, a sub-brand of BAIC Motor.
Overview
Debuting on the 2015 Chengdu Auto Show in China,{{Cite web|url=https://carnewschina.com/2015/09/03/beijing-auto-senova-x25-debuts-on-the-chengdu-auto-show-in-china/|title=Beijing Auto Senova X25 debuts on the Chengdu Auto Show in China|first=Joey|last=Wang|date=September 3, 2015|website=CarNewsChina.com|access-date=2024-08-30}} the pricing of the X25 starts at 55,800 yuan and ends at 75,800 yuan, positioning the crossover under the larger subcompact Senova X35 CUV.{{Cite web|url=https://carnewschina.com/2016/01/15/beijing-auto-senova-x25-launched-on-the-chinese-car-market/|title=Beijing Auto Senova X25 launched on the Chinese car market|first=Tycho de|last=Feijter|date=January 15, 2016|website=CarNewsChina.com|access-date=2024-08-30}} There is only one engine offered for the Senova X25, which is a Mitsubishi-sourced 1.5-liter inline-four engine producing 116 hp and 148 Nm, mated to a five-speed manual gearbox powering the front wheels. A 1.5-liter turbo engine mated to a four-speed automatic gearbox was added to the line-up in 2016.{{Cite web|url=https://carnewschina.com/2015/11/03/this-is-the-beijing-auto-senova-x25-for-china/|title=This is the Beijing Auto Senova X25 for China|first=Tycho de|last=Feijter|date=November 3, 2015|website=CarNewsChina.com|access-date=2024-08-30}}
File:Senova X25 01 China 2016-04-03.jpg|Senova X25 front.
File:Senova X25 02 China 2016-04-03.jpg|Senova X25 rear.
BJEV EX360
The BJEV EX360 is the NEV version of the Senova X25. With most of the structure being exactly the same as the regular Senova X25, the only visual differences are the subtile blue accents added on the exterior. The BJEV EX360 has a top speed of 125 km/h, and a maximum torque of 230 Nm.{{Cite web|url=http://www.bjev.com.cn/models/detile.htm?oid=16&name=ex360|title=北汽新能源EU5|website=bjev.com.cn|language=zh}}
File:2018 BJEV EX360 (Senova X25) in white, front 8.11.18.jpg|BJEV EX360
=BJEV EC5/ Beijing EC5=
The BJEV EC5 and later the Beijing EC5 is the facelifted EX360 NEV featuring redesigned front and rear ends while continuing to utilize the same powertrain and battery. The EC5 debuted during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show as an update to be more inline with the rest of the BJEV models.
The BJEV EX360 and EC5 is equipped with an electric motor producing 80 kW (107 hp) and 230 Nm (170 lbft) torque,{{Cite web|url=https://wattev2buy.com/electric-vehicles/baic/baic-ec5-ev-review/|title=BAIC EC5 Review|website=wattev2buy.com|date=21 January 2019}} and connected to a 48.14 kWh battery. The NEDC tested range is 403 kilometers. Deliveries for the BJEV EC5 started in July 2019.{{Cite web|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/advice/201904/933774-3.html?pvareaid=3311700|title=【图】采用家族设计语言 体验北汽新能源EC5_汽车之家|website=autohome.com.cn|language=zh}}
File:BJEV EC5 001.jpg|2019 BJEV EC5
File:BJEV EC5 002.jpg|2019 BJEV EC5 rear
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References
External links
{{Commons category}}
- [http://x25.senova.com.cn/#page1 Official Senova X25 Website]
- [http://www.bjev.com.cn/models/detile.htm?oid=16&name=ex360 Official BJEV EX360 Website]
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Category:Front-wheel-drive vehicles
Category:Cars introduced in 2015
Category:Cars discontinued in 2019
Category:Production electric cars
Category:Subcompact crossover sport utility vehicles
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