BAIC BJ30 II e 1.5T (334 Hp) Hybrid DHT
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BAIC BJ30:
The Beijing BJ20/BJ30 is a compact crossover SUV produced by BAIC Motor since 2015. It was first introduced in 2015 as the BAIC BJ20, and later in 2020, it received a major facelift and was renamed to Beijing BJ30. The second generation model was introduced in 2024.
First introduced as the BAIC BJ20 concept car at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show, and previously the Beijing Auto Concept 500 that debuted on the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2013, the BAIC BJ20 production model was launched in August 2016, with the final production version of the Beijing Auto BJ20 debuting on the 2016 Chengdu Auto Show in China. The design of both the Concept 500 and the BJ20 were inspired by the Beijing BJ212, a classic Chinese off-road vehicle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
BAIC BJ30 (II). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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Adult Occupant
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Performance Verdict
Provides strong, responsive power suitable for daily driving and highway cruising, likely in a FWD configuration.
Fuel Economy
Achieves better fuel economy than its 4WD counterpart, making it a more efficient choice for urban and highway use.
Best Use Case:
City commuting, highway travel, and families seeking a balance of power and fuel efficiency without 4WD.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful hybrid powertrain options, especially the 409 Hp 4WD variant
- • Quick acceleration (0-100km/h in 6.9s for top trim)
- • Spacious and versatile SUV interior with large trunk capacity
- • Modern FHEV architecture offering improved fuel efficiency
- • Robust design with good ground clearance and approach/departure angles
Cons:
- • Unproven long-term reliability in international markets
- • No official Euro NCAP safety rating available
- • Higher fuel consumption for the non-hybrid petrol variant
- • Maximum speed limited to 170 km/h
- • Potentially limited market availability outside of China
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | BAIC |
| Model: | BJ30 |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | e 1.5T (334 Hp) Hybrid DHT |
| Start of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 158 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 105.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 2000-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | A156T2H-H1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13.25:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.85 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (WLTC): | 5.85 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.1 kg/Hp, 197.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 325.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
| Max. weight: | 2123 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 433 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1496 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21° |
| Wading depth: | 450 mm |
| Length: | 4730 mm mm |
| Width: | 1910 mm mm |
| Height: | 1790 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2820 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1625 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1635 mm |
| Front overhang: | 933 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 977 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 215 mm |
| Approach angle: | 25° |
| Departure angle: | 30° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 2 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DHT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/65 R18; 235/60 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 18; 7J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 1.67 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides (Li-NMC) |
| Battery location: | Under the trunk |
| System power: | 334 Hp |
| System torque: | 550 Nm |
| Electric motor power: | 177 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 315 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Integrated into the transmission |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Electric motor model/code: | TZ210XYH02 |
| Maximum revolutions of the electric motor: | 4300 rpm. |
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