Chevrolet Menlo EV
Overview
ManufacturerGeneral Motors
Production2020–present
Model years2020–present
AssemblyChina: Wuhan, Hubei (SAIC-GM)
DesignerZongheng Sun
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car (C)
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
RelatedBuick Velite 6
Powertrain
Electric motor
  • 1x permanent magnet motor/generators
  • 2020–21: 110 kW (150 hp)
  • 2022–: 130 kW (170 hp)
TransmissionFixed gear ratio
Battery
Electric range
  • 2020–21: 410 km (250 mi)
  • 2022–: 518 km (322 mi)
Plug-in charging
  • AC: 8 hours
  • DC Fast Charge: 0.67 hours to 80%
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,660 mm (104.7 in)
Length4,665 mm (183.7 in)
Width1,813 mm (71.4 in)
Height1,538 mm (60.6 in)
Curb weight1,660 kg (3,660 lb)

The Chevrolet Menlo (畅巡) is an electric compact wagon/CUV, sold exclusively in China. It is the first Chevrolet EV available in China.[1]

History

Chevrolet Menlo EV side
Chevrolet Menlo EV rear
Chevrolet Menlo EV interior

The Chevrolet Menlo is based on the Chevrolet FNR-X concept shown at the 2017 Auto Shanghai show. The production version of the Menlo debuted at a gala event in Hefei, Anhui on November 8, 2019,[2] and was also shown at the 2019 Auto Guangzhou show. Pre-ordering began in December, and deliveries started on February 20, 2020.[1]

The Chinese government subsidy of up to 100,000 yuan (approximately US$14,250), the Menlo is the lowest-priced compact electric crossover in China.[1]

Unlike the rest of the Chevrolet's models, the Menlo has a unique trim level naming scheme, which includes Starshare, Galaxy, Nebula and Starlux. It also features three driving modes (standard, sport, and economy) and three levels of energy recycling.[1]

Powertrain

The Menlo has a lithium-ion battery, with 52.5 kWh capacity and a range of up to 410 km (255 mi) on the NEDC when it debuted. It supplies electricity to a motor that provided up to 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) of power and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) of torque.[1] This battery is also used in the Buick Velite 6 Plus.

For 2022, the battery pack was upgraded to 61.1 kWh capacity and the motor to 130 kW (174 hp; 177 PS) of power.[3] The range was also increased to 518 km (322 mi).

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Centeno, Deivis (20 February 2020). "All-New Chevrolet Menlo EV Officially Launches In China". GM Authority.
  2. ↑ "Chevrolet Menlo EV and Chevrolet Blazer SUV Make China Debut" (Press release). General Motors. 8 November 2019.
  3. ↑ "Chevrolet Launches New Variants of Two Popular Models in China". Chevrolet Pressroom. 2021-11-23.
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