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Beijing EX3
Beijing EX3
Overview
Manufacturer	Beijing (BAIC)
Also called	BJEV EX3
Production	2018–2022
Model years	2018–2022
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact
Body style	5-door Hatchback
Layout	Electric Drive Unit, front-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor	160 kW (215 hp) permanent magnet motor/generator, torque 160 lb.ft./300 Nm
Transmission	Electronic Precision Shift, single speed
Battery	lithium-ion
Electric range	501 kilometres (311 mi)
Plug-in charging	120 V, 240 V AC
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,585 mm (102 in)
Length	4,200 mm (165 in)
Width	1,780 mm (70 in)
Height	1,638 mm (64 in)
Curb weight	1,600 kg (3,527 lb)

The Beijing EX3 or previously the BJEV EX3 is a front-motor, five-door all-electric subcompact hatchback marketed by BAIC Motor Electric Vehicle Co Ltd. The maker is a wholly owned subsidiary of BAIC Group. The EX3 was marketed under the Beijing brand as of 2020.

History

The EX3 was originally previewed as the EX3 Concept on the 2018 Beijing Auto Show. The production model is launched in the same year despite having a very different appearance.

BJEV EX3
BJEV EX3 rear quarter

The production EX3 was sold under the BJEV product line, and The price range of the BJEV EX3 at launch was 133,900 yuan to 163,900 yuan. As of 2020, the BJEV branding was replaced by the Beijing brand.

Beijing EX3
Beijing EX3 rear quarter

Sales

BAIC BJEV EX3 is an electric car manufactured and sold exclusively for the domestic Chinese market, where the first units began to be delivered to buyers in April 2019. Buyers have 5 different equipment options at their disposal.

Specifications

The motor powering the Beijing EX3 has a peak power at 160 kW and peak torque at 300 Nm. The range depends on the different models with the new-for-2020 R500 capable of a range of 421 km (NEDC). A limited edition model launched at the end of 2019 is capable of a range of 476 km, and the R600 is capable of a range of 501 km.

The Beijing EX3 is equipped with ternary lithium batteries, with an electronic control system monitoring the vehicle, aiding battery life, acceleration, and driver control. The EX3 also features voice control for sat-nav, a fixed sunroof, and multimedia functions.