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Baojun 730 I 1.8 (137 Hp)
Overall Rating
Baojun 730:
The Baojun 730 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. Baojun sold 250,000 units of the car in the first year of sales.
The first-generation 730 is available in two four-cylinder engine options: a 1. 5-litre engine producing 82 kW and 146 N⋅m of torque and a 1. 8-litre unit producing 101 kW. The suspension system was tuned by Lotus....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Baojun 730 (I). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1410 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Baojun 730 I generation was primarily sold in the Chinese market and has not undergone Euro NCAP testing. Specific safety ratings for this model are not available from Euro NCAP.
1.8 (137 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement in power and acceleration over the 1.5L, providing better highway cruising and more confident overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the 1.5L, but a fair trade-off for the increased power and improved driving dynamics.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with 5-8 seats
- • Good value for money in its segment
- • Practical and family-friendly design
- • Reasonable fuel economy (especially 1.5L)
- • Comfortable ride for daily use
Cons:
- • Modest performance, particularly with the 1.5L engine
- • Basic interior materials and features (inferred)
- • Limited advanced safety features
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
- • Potentially less refined driving experience compared to premium rivals
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Baojun |
| Model: | 730 |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (137 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 137 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 3600-4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-IVCP |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1410 |
| Max. weight: | 1900 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4685 mm mm |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm |
| Height: | 1715-1745 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1530 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1525 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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