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Baojun 510

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Baojun 510
Overview
ManufacturerSAIC-GM-Wuling
Model codeCN180S
Also calledChevrolet Groove (2020–present)[1][2]
ProductionJanuary 2017 – present
AssemblyChina: Liuzhou, Guangxi
DesignerZhou Fang
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
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Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,550 mm (100.4 in)
Length4,220 mm (166.1 in)
Width1,740 mm (68.5 in)
Height1,615–1,625 mm (63.6–64.0 in)
Kerb weight1,206–1,290 kg (2,659–2,844 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorBaojun RS-3

The Baojun 510 is a subcompact Crossover SUV made by SAIC-GM-Wuling under Baojun since 2017.

History and Features

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The Baojun 510 made its debut at the Guangzhou Auto Show in 2016 while it was launched in 2017 the 510 is positioned under the Baojun 530/560.[3] it has a 1.5 liter petrol engine with a 6-speed manual transmission and a 5-speed automatic CVT transmission it was improved in 2019.[4] the SUV became in 2018 the best selling Crossover in China and later the best selling car from Baojun.[5] it also became the best selling new car nameplate in the world.[6]

The Baojun 510 is sold mainly in the Chinese market but in 2020 SAIC-GM-Wuling started exporting to Latin America (later Mexico and Middle East in 2021) the facelifted 510 under the Chevrolet brand as the Chevrolet Groove.[7] [8] [9]

Discontinuation

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In 2019 the Baojun RS-3 was launched even though it acts as a replacement it is sold alongside the 510 as a more premium option.

References

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  1. "The New Chevrolet Groove Will Soon Arrive In South America". GM Authority. 7 July 2020. Retrieved 2020-10-30.
  2. "Chevy Groove Compact Crossover Costs Only $12,000, But There's A Catch". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2020-10-30.
  3. "Baojun 510 Is A Daring New Compact SUV For China". Car News China. 23 November 2016. Retrieved 14 March 2018.
  4. "Baojun 510 CVT Product Highlights". media.gm.com. Retrieved 2020-05-19.
  5. "SAIC-GM-Wuling's Baojun 510 becomes China's top-selling crossover". Automotive News. 2018-03-27. Retrieved 2020-05-19.
  6. Gasnier, Matt (2018-05-17). "China 2018 Test Drives: Baojun 510". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 2022-01-30.
  7. Centeno, Deivis (19 May 2020). "Baojun 510 To Be Rebadged As New Chevrolet Crossover". GM Authority. Retrieved 2020-05-19.
  8. "Get in the Groove: Chevrolet introduces a brand-new compact SUV to the Middle East". 21 February 2021.
  9. Ponce, Esaú (14 June 2021). "Chevrolet Groove 2022 confirma su llegada a México, una nueva SUV juvenil y accesible". Autocosmos México (in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved 19 June 2021.