Beijing X6
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| Beijing Rubik's Cube | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Beijing (BAIC) |
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| Production | 2022–present |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front wheel drive |
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| Engine | |
| Power output | 130 kW (170 hp; 172 PS) |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm (107.7 in) |
| Length | 4,620 mm (181.9 in) |
| Width | 1,886 mm (74.3 in) |
| Height | 1,680 mm (66.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
The Beijing Rubik's Cube (Chinese: 北京汽车魔方; pinyin: Běijīng Qìchē Mófāng), also known as the Beijing X55 or Beijing X55 II[2] in several overseas markets (often simply referred as the BAIC X55 or BAIC X55 II in some overseas promotional materials), is a compact crossover SUV produced by BAIC under the Beijing brand.
Overview[edit]
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Codenamed "C52X" during its development, it was first teased in 10 November 2021 under the temporarily name Beijing X6, with its official name was determined by a public voting campaign ran by BAIC.[3] A pre-production prototype was unveiled at the 2021 Guangzhou International Motor Show in 11 November 2021, subsequently revealing Rubik's Cube as its official name, based on the campaign's voting results.[4] The full production model was unveiled in April 2022.[5] It is the first internal-combustion vehicle in the Chinese domestic market to use Huawei’s HarmonyOS.[6]
Powertrain[edit]
The Rubik's Cube is available with one engine; a 1.5-litre Magic Core variable-geometry turbocharged (VGT) petrol engine. The engine is rated at 130 kW (170 hp) and 305 N⋅m (225 lbf⋅ft) of torque. The engine is mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).[7]
Markets[edit]
Indonesia[edit]
The Rubik's Cube was introduced in Indonesia in 14 May 2024 as the Beijing X55 II, alongside the BJ40 Plus, marking BAIC's entry to the Indonesian market.[8]
Italy[edit]
The Rubik's Cube is rebadged and sold in Italy by importer Cirelli Motor Company as the Cirelli 4.[9] Unlike other markets, the Cirelli 4 features an option of a bi-fuel (petrol/LPG) setup for the base engine, alongside the conventional petrol setup.
Philippines[edit]
The Rubik's Cube was introduced in the Philippines in March 2024 as the X55 Verve, alongside the B40 Ragnar, B60 Beaumont, B80 Wagon and X7 Grandeza, as a part of BAIC's second brand re-launch in the country, following the acquisition of its distribution by United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI).[10] Sales were commenced at the 19th Manila International Auto Show in April 2024.[11]
Poland[edit]
The Rubik's Cube was launched in Poland in December 2023 as the Beijing 5, alongside the Beijing 3 and Beijing 7, as a part of BAIC's entry to the Polish market.[12]
Russia[edit]
The Rubik's Cube was launched in Russia in September 2023 as the Beijing X55.[13] At launch, it is initially available in two grade levels: Comfort and Elite.[14] The Luxury grade was added in April 2024.[15] It is locally assembled at Avtotor's facility in Kaliningrad, where production was started in August 2023.[16]
South Africa[edit]
The Rubik's Cube was introduced in South Africa in October 2022 as the Beijing X55,[17] and launched in November 2022.[18] It is available in three grade levels: Dynamic, Elite and Premium.[19]
References[edit]
- ^ Mbaduli, Siyavuya (2022-11-30). "South Africa BAIC facility confirmed to produce X55 Beijing". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2023-02-26.
- ^ Mohamad, Lyna (2023-02-11). "New SUVs enters Brunei market". Borneo Bulletin. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ "【图】开启中文名征集 北京汽车X6更多信息_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Duan Di (2021-11-19). "2021广州车展：北京汽车 魔方正式发布". Autohome CN (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2022-10-25.
- ^ Chen, Dong Yi (2022-04-26). "Beijing Mofang To Launch In June 2022, Price Starts At 16,900 USD". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Chen, Dong Yi (2022-07-04). "Beijing Mofang Compact SUV Pre-sale Starts At 15,300 USD". CarNewsChina. Retrieved 2023-09-27.
- ^ Droppa, Denis (2022-10-11). "FIRST DRIVE | New BAIC Beijing X55 is an enticing proposition". TimesLIVE. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Anshori, Luthfi (2024-05-14). "Mobil China BAIC Resmi Hadir di Indonesia, Bawa Dua SUV Andalan". detikOto (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ "Cirelli 4". Cirelli Motor Company (in Italian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ De Guzman, Marcus (2024-03-18). "BAIC makes PH comeback with UAAGI, previews 5 models". AutoIndustriya. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ De Guzman, Marcus (2024-04-04). "MIAS 2024: BAIC returns to PH with UAAGI, launches SUV lineup". AutoIndustriya. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Kamiński, Mariusz (2023-12-12). "Chiński BAIC jest już w Polsce. Szokuje nie tylko ceną". Auto Świat (in Polish). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Gorbenko, Maxim (2023-09-14). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 представлен в России: первые впечатления". AutoReview.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Chuprov, Alexander (2023-09-25). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 поступил в продажу в России". AUTOSTAT (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Govorov, Andrey (2024-04-04). "Кроссовер BAIC X55 в России: обновление и расширение линейки комплектаций". Kolesa.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Shokhinov, Alexander (2023-08-14). "«Автотор» приступил к производству среднеразмерных кроссоверов BAIC X55". Auto.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Woosey, Jason (2022-10-07). "BAIC's futuristic-looking Beijing X55 SUV confirmed for South Africa". IOL. Retrieved 2022-12-06.
- ^ Shahini, Alex (2022-11-22). "BAIC launches the promising Beijing X55 SUV - launch review". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
- ^ Bosch, Charl (2022-11-19). "Wait over: Striking Beijing X55 officially priced". The Citizen. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
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