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Baojun E300/KiWi EV E300 31 kWh (54 Hp) Electric
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Baojun E300/KiWi EV:
The Baojun KiWi EV is a battery electric city car manufactured by SAIC-GM-Wuling since 2020 under the Baojun brand. It is a four-seater car with two doors and a hatch at the rear.
SAIC-GM-Wuling showed the first pictures of the vehicle in the cubic design in December 2019. At that time, it was still announced as a new energy vehicle. The microcar had its public premiere in January 2020 in Guangxi. The E300 series has been sold in China since May 2020. In August 2021, the E300 was updated and relaunched as the Baojun KiWi EV....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E300 Overview:
Baojun E300/KiWi EV (E300). Weighing only 930 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 100 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
31 kWh (54 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 54 Hp electric motor provides adequate acceleration for city driving and urban environments, reaching a top speed of 100 km/h. It's not designed for high-speed highway cruising but excels in stop-and-go traffic.
Fuel Economy
With a 31 kWh battery, the 305 km electric range is commendable for a vehicle of its size and intended use, offering sufficient capacity for daily commutes and short trips without frequent charging.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely compact and agile for city driving and parking.
- • Good electric range (305 km) for its size and price point.
- • Low running costs associated with electric vehicles.
- • Unique and modern exterior design.
- • Rear-wheel drive configuration offers a nimble feel.
Cons:
- • Limited top speed (100 km/h) restricts highway usability.
- • Basic interior materials and features compared to more premium EVs.
- • Small battery capacity for longer journeys.
- • Potentially limited active safety features.
- • Small wheels (12-inch) may impact ride comfort on rougher roads.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(KiWi EV (facelift 2021): August, 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Baojun |
| Model: | E300/KiWi EV |
| Generation: | E300 |
| Modification (Engine): | 31 kWh (54 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | May, 2020 |
| End of production: | August, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 100 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17 kg/Hp, 58.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 920-940 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 2625 mm mm [269mm less] |
| Width: | 1647 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Height: | 1588 mm mm [7mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 1750 mm mm [270mm less] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 145/70 R12 |
| Wheel rims size | 12 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 31 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 54 Hp |
| System torque: | 150 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 305 km |
| Electric motor power: | 54 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 150 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
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