At the end of last month, GM Authority showed you two sketches along with a leaked image of the Baojun’s very first RC model, which featured a rather interesting body style that we called part sedan, part liftback, part coupe, and part crossover. Now the SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture that produces Baojun models has officially revealed the new vehicle, officially called the Baojun RC-6. Below, we present all the available information about this new Baojun model.
The all-new 2020 Baojun RC-6 arrives to revolutionize GM’s youngest brand. As such, the RC-6 becomes Baojun’s first midsize vehicle (D-segment), featuring a completely new kind of design within its category, while also being the most technologically-advanced Baojun model ever. There’s also a rather innovative interior, to boot.
Exterior And Dimensions
The 2020 Baojun RC-6 features a rather attractive exterior design and a unique body configuration, being a 5-door liftback with a ground clearance of 7.52 inches (191 mm). Aesthetically, the new model offers its own, less risky interpretation of Baojun’s new “interstellar geometry” design language. The vehicle’s design is characterized by its large front grille, which gives it an imposing appearance. Three’s also a relatively high beltline and well-marked curves, to boot.
Measuring in at 193.9 inches in length, 74 inches in width and 66.2 inches in height, the 2020 Baojun RC-6 becomes the largest vehicle that the brand has presented since its introduction in 2010. It rides on an extended-length version of the platform introduced by the Baojun RS-5 compact SUV, with a wheelbase of 110.2 inches.
Interior And Technology
Undoubtedly the most noteworthy part of the new Baojun RC-6 is its cockpit, which features a large gauge cluster and center stack module housing two screens each measuring in at 12.3 inches diagonally. The fully-digital instrument panel is right ahead of the driver, while the center monitor controls the infotainment system. It is the first GM production vehicle that incorporates this solution, which the company presented for the first time in the Buick GL8 Avenir Concept.
Outside of that, the 2020 Baojun RC-6 sports a nice interior design with some noteworthy touches. The dashboard is horizontally arranged, allowing it to occupy less vertical space.
In its press release, Baojun states that the RC-6 uses high-quality finishes and materials, as well as 14 intelligent driving functions with which it reaches level 2 of Autonomous Driving.
Powertrain
On the mechanical side, the new Baojun RC-6 features a turbocharged 1.5L inline four-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 149 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The boosted four-banger is the only available engine.
It complies with China’s new 6B emissions regulations that are being implemented in the country. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual or an automatic CVT.
The 2020 Baojun RC-6 will go on sale in China during the fourth quarter of 2019, as the second model under the brand’s renaissance that the brand kicked off with the RS-5. The strategy involves introducing a new vehicle platform, a new nomenclature, and a new logo. Together, these three elements represent the “New Baojun”.
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Comments
Haha I can’t believe in many many ways it has a nicer interior than a Cadillac
I agree. I was surprised how good this looks. I like the steering wheel as well.
More Chinese/GM propaganda. No thanks.
Looks nice. Both interior and exterior. They should bring that over as a Buick model for the USA to at least offer another sedan. But how big is it? Maybe it would be too close to the Regal. When I say bring it over, I mean bring the car but build it in the USA.
Shouldn’t the 12.3 inch screens have first made their debut in the CT6 and proliferated throughout the Cadillac lineup before spreading to the lesser brands? And instead they have regressed back to analog gauges in the NEWEST Cadillacs? And then the new cabin tech and better interior aesthetics go to a lower end brand? GM is clearly not becoming the General Motors we were hoping for post-bankruptcy. After the promising late 2000’s/early 2010s, it seems like they veered off track. I feel that they embody “General Malaise” or “Great Mismanagement”.
Well, at least you can be thankful you don’t have to own one.
So you got that going for ya… 🙂
I actually own a Silverado (2012 1500 LT 5.3 4×4), and also owned a 2000 and 2002. My family used to be all GM too (Tahoe, Suburban, Escalade, ATS, etc). I really want GM to succeed, my bad for not making that clear in my comment above. I just have a much harder time supporting them with the recent plant closures and interior quality backslides. And it also seems like China is of higher priority to them than the US market now. After seeing the 2019 Silverado, I think it’s safe to say that I’m going to hang on to my 2012 for as long as I can.
1.5L turbo the only engine option, although at least you can get a manual.
It looks nice but it will be really, painfully slow.
A little different in the Chinese market, I believe it is similar to Europe where displacement is taxed. People in Europe cruising around with a 3-cylinder 1.0L
Buick Regal?….
lol, a digital cluster. GM knows how to make it?
Lol, not GM but china does…
Low-cost brand from China with high-tech interior ala Cadillac 2030 model line! Looks like GM totally mad or sell its soul to China costumer.
Looks like it’s modeled after the practically defunct Buick Regal?
With an interior that would embarrass a Cadillac and an engine that can be outrun by your average Corolla.