Baojun 510

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
Related
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 (Chinese: 宝骏510; pinyin: Bǎojùn 510) is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling through the Baojun brand.[3]

Overview

The 510 debuted at the 2016 Guangzhou Auto Show with the official Chinese market launch in 2017. The car is positioned under the 530/560 compact crossover at the time.[4]

It was the best-selling crossover in China in 2018, and also the best-selling car sold by Baojun.[5] As of June 2019, nearly 800,000 units of 510 had been sold.[6] It is also notable for being the highest-selling new car nameplate in world's history. It recorded 416,883 sales during its first 12 months in market, the highest of any other car in the world. It took the record from the Baojun 560 which was sold 319,536 units in a 12-month period.[7]

  • Front view (pre-facelift)
    Front view (pre-facelift)
  • Rear view (pre-facelift)
    Rear view (pre-facelift)

Facelift

In July 2019, the 510 received its facelift with an updated grille, rear fascia, and the availability of CVT option with three driving modes.[6][8]

  • Front view (facelift)
    Front view (facelift)
  • Rear view (facelift)
    Rear view (facelift)

Export markets

In 2020, SAIC-GM-Wuling began exporting the facelifted 510 to Latin America under the Chevrolet Groove nameplate.[9][10] It is also exported to the Middle East and Mexico since late 2021.[11][12]

  • 2022 Groove 1.5 Premier (Chile, front view)
    2022 Groove 1.5 Premier (Chile, front view)
  • 2021 Groove 1.5 LTZ (Chile, rear view)
    2021 Groove 1.5 LTZ (Chile, rear view)

Replacement

In late 2019, Baojun introduced the RS-3, which acted as the successor to the 510, but sold alongside it as a premium option.[13]

Safety

Latin NCAP

The Groove in its most basic Latin American configuration obtained 0 stars from Latin NCAP in 2024 (similar to Euro NCAP 2014).[14]

Sales

Year China[15] Chile
2017 358,877
2018 361,403
2019 158,201
2020 60,570
2021 32,991 9,007[16]
2022 5,591[17]
2023 6,009[18]

References

  1. ^ "The New Chevrolet Groove Will Soon Arrive In South America". GM Authority. 7 July 2020. Retrieved 30 October 2020.
  2. ^ "Chevy Groove Compact Crossover Costs Only $12,000, But There's A Catch". Motor1.com. Retrieved 30 October 2020.
  3. ^ "上汽通用五菱-宝骏510". autohome. Retrieved 6 November 2019.
  4. ^ "Baojun 510 Is A Daring New Compact SUV For China". Car News China. 23 November 2016. Retrieved 14 March 2018.
  5. ^ "SAIC-GM-Wuling's Baojun 510 becomes China's top-selling crossover". Automotive News. 27 March 2018. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  6. ^ a b "Baojun 510 CVT Product Highlights". media.gm.com. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  7. ^ Gasnier, Matt (17 May 2018). "China 2018 Test Drives: Baojun 510". Best Selling Cars Blog. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
  8. ^ "Baojun 510 2020, el SUV de bajo coste se actualiza y estrena un cambio CVT" [Baojun 510 2020, the low-cost SUV is updated and releases a CVT change]. Motor.es (in Spanish). 29 July 2019. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  9. ^ Centeno, Deivis (19 May 2020). "Baojun 510 To Be Rebadged As New Chevrolet Crossover". GM Authority. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  10. ^ "Baojun's second global model to be exported to South America tagged with Chevrolet". Gasgoo. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  11. ^ "Get in the Groove: Chevrolet introduces a brand-new compact SUV to the Middle East". 21 February 2021.
  12. ^ 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.
  13. ^ Tate (18 July 2019). "Baojun's New Small SUV Or Named RS-3, To Replace Baojun 510". China Car News, Reviews and More. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  14. ^ "Resultados oficiales de la valoración de seguridad del Chevrolet Groove + 4 Airbags 2024". LATIN NCAP - PARA AUTOS MAS SEGUROS.
  15. ^ "Baojun 510 China auto sales figures". carsalesbase.com. 14 March 2017. Archived from the original on 16 May 2020. Retrieved 19 May 2020.
  16. ^ "Los autos más vendidos en Chile en 2021". www.chileautos.cl (in Spanish). Retrieved 12 July 2024.
  17. ^ "Cuáles fueron los autos más vendidos del 2022?". 6 January 2023. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
  18. ^ "Los autos más vendidos en 2023 en Chile - Autofact". www.autofact.cl (in Spanish). Retrieved 12 July 2024.
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