For Release: Monday, September 29, 2014
Baojun 610 Excels in 2014 GM China Consumer FuelSaving Challenge
WEIFANG – The second leg of the 2014 GM China Consumer Fuel-Saving
Challenge visited Weifang, Shandong, on September 27. Eleven owners of Baojun
610 equipped with 1.5-liter engines and manual transmissions traveled 104 km to
find out who could achieve the best fuel efficiency.
They set off from the Weifang Guangwei Auto Park, driving along urban
expressways, city streets and rural roads to the Laizhou Dajishan Forest Park. The
champion, Mr. Ren Bo, had fuel economy of 4.6 liters/100 km. The average fuel
economy of all participants was 4.9 liters/100 km.
Both Baojun 610 owners and potential customers were invited to participate. During
the GM China Fuel-Saving Mini Academy, owners received training on how to save
fuel in their daily commutes through an onsite driving simulation. Potential
customers experienced the Baojun 610 on a closed track, where they saw how it
performs on bumpy roads, wet and slippery driving conditions and an S-curve, as
well as in emergency braking situations.
The five-seat Baojun 610 from SAIC-GM-Wuling has segment-leading exterior
dimensions along with a wheelbase of 2,640 mm. It also has impressive cargo
space of 360L.
The Baojun 610 is powered by GM’s 1.5L P-TEC DVVT engine, which generates
maximum output of 82 kW and maximum torque of 146.5 Nm. The secondgeneration GF6 transmission, which is also found in the Chevrolet Malibu and Buick
Regal, offers smooth gear changing for peak driving pleasure.
In addition, the model comes with Electric Power Steering. The system supports
improved fuel economy and lower levels of noise, vibration and harshness. It is also
easier to operate than conventional manual steering systems.
The annual GM China Consumer Fuel-Saving Challenge began in 2011. It was
created to demonstrate how GM is addressing demand for high fuel efficiency
through the products it builds and sells across China.
Under the theme of “Use Less Fuel, Have More Fun,” this year’s event is showcasing
the fuel economy of products from the Buick, Chevrolet and Baojun brands at its
three stops across China.
GM China is also involving ordinary consumers through its dedicated WeChat
platform (GM_China_jieyousai). Visitors can see photos and videos from all three
2014 GM China Consumer Fuel-Saving Challenge stops as well as fuel saving
cartoons and tips from the experts.
General Motors traces its roots back to 1908. GM has 10 joint ventures, two wholly owned
foreign enterprises and more than 58,000 employees in China. GM and its joint ventures
offer the broadest lineup of vehicles and brands among automakers in China. Passenger
cars and commercial vehicles are sold under the Baojun, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Jiefang,
Opel and Wuling brands. In 2013, GM sold nearly 3.2 million vehicles in China. More
information on General Motors in China can be found at GM Media Online.
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CONTACTS:
Jia You
GM China Communications
(+86-10) 5924-2612
jia.you@gm.com
Sylvia Yang
GM China Communications
(+86-10) 5924-2508
sylvia.yang@gm.com
Scan the QR Code to access the 2014 GM China Consumer FuelSaving Challenge WeChat platform.