For Release: Wednesday, July 30, 2014
SAIC-GM-Wuling Launches Baojun 730 Family Vehicle
LIUZHOU – SAIC-GM-Wuling today launched the Baojun 730 seven-seat family
vehicle. The new model will be available at 2,600 Wuling and Baojun showrooms
across China with a price of between RMB 69,800 and RMB 81,800.
The Baojun 730 was created based on the feedback of millions of SAIC-GM-Wuling
customers to address the needs of growing Chinese families. Based on a new frontengine, front-wheel-drive platform developed by SAIC-GM-Wuling, the model has a
spacious interior, advanced safety features and a variety of interior amenities.
Eight exterior colors are available: Sky Silver, Candy White, Desert Gold, Storm
Grey, Sandy Gold, Starry Night Black, Earth Brown and Amber Gold.
Baojun 730 Price
1.5 MT Standard
1.5 MT Comfort
1.5 MT Luxury
1.8 MT Comfort
69,800
74,800
80,800
81,800
Roomy and Flexible Interior
The Baojun 730 has a 2,750-mm wheelbase that is even longer than that of Bsegment cars. The 2+2+3 seating configuration creates a flexible interior. Unlike
many other family vehicles, the Baojun 730 has a third row that can comfortably
accommodate three adults. Even with a full load of passengers, the vehicle offers
330 liters of cargo space. In addition, there are 22 user-friendly storage spaces.
Riding comfort and driving enjoyment are bolstered by a McPherson front
suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. Both were tuned by Lotus
Engineering of the U.K.
High Level of Safety
The Baojun 730 is the first model built under SAIC-GM-Wuling's “Protection for All”
safety concept. More than 50 percent of its chassis is made of high-strength steel.
The use of state-of-the-art thermal forming and laser welding manufacturing
technologies ensures the highest level of structural integrity.
Several active and passive safety features come standard. They include four air
bags, anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and attachment
points for child seats. Optional safety features include the electronic stability
program (ESP).
Choice of Economical Engines
A choice of a 1.5-liter or 1.8-liter gasoline engine is offered to Baojun 730 buyers.
The 1.5-liter engine was specifically developed for economy passenger vehicles. It
consumes a thrifty 7.1 liters of fuel per 100 km.
Wide Range of Amenities
The Baojun 730 comes with an 8-inch high-definition touchscreen that supports
connections with mobile devices via HDMI ports. It also incorporates radio controls
and enables access to audio players via USB ports and phone calls via Bluetooth.
Other amenities rarely found in seven-seat family vehicles include cruise control, a
reverse camera system, a dual-zone climate control system and a power sunroof.
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
James Zheng
GM China Communications
(+86-10) 5924-2608
james.zheng@gm.com