SWM G01

SWM G01
SWM G01
Overview
Manufacturer	SWM (automobiles)
Also called	SWM G01 F; SWM G01 FF; Cirelli 3 (Italy); KMC A5 (Iran, since 2023);
Production	2018–present
Assembly	Chongqing, China; Tehran, Iran (Safe Khodro, 2020–2021); Bam, Kerman, Iran (KMC, since 2023);
Designer	Sotiris Kovos
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Related	BMW X3; Infiniti QX50; Kia Niro; Ford Kuga;
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L I4 turbo (petrol)
Transmission	6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length	4,610 mm (181.5 in)
Width	1,855 mm (73.0 in)
Height	1,725 mm (67.9 in)
Kerb weight	1,560 kg (3,440 lb)

The SWM G01 is a compact crossover SUV that is manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer SWM (automobiles) of Brilliance Shineray. The SWM G01 debuted in April 2018 in Italy,^[2] and was launched on the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China.^[3]

In Italy, Cirelli Motor Company sells the G01F under the name Cirelli 3 Sport.^[4]

Overview

The power of the SWM G01 comes from a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine developed by Brilliance, capable of producing 156 hp (116 kW; 158 PS) and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). In terms of the chassis, the G01 features front and rear independent suspension. Prices of the G01 ranges from 79,900 yuan to 147,900 yuan.^[5]

The model name is an obvious reference to BMW X3 (G01), which, for the Chinese market, is made by SWM's joint venture partner, Brilliance, through another of its joint venture, BMW Brilliance.

2018 SWM G01 front
2018 SWM G01 rear

A performance variant called the G01 F-Edition was launched in May 2019, featuring a body kit and a completely restyled front end. The SWM G01 F is powered by 1.5-litre inline-4 turbocharged engine producing 115 kW (154 hp; 156 PS) and a peak torque of 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft; 22 kg⋅m). The G01 F is priced at 95,900 to 125,900 yuan (~US$13,825-US$18,150) in Chinese market.^[6]