The Geely Yuanjing X3 is a subcompact CUV produced by Chinese manufacturer Geely Auto. An electric variant featuring a special color and trim redesign was rebadged as the Geometry EX3 or Kungfu Cow under the Geometry brand from 2021.[3]
| Geely Yuanjing X3 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Geely Auto |
| Also called | Geely Yuanjing V3 (During development) BAC X3 Pro (Iran) Geely GX3/GX3 Pro (Global) Maple X3 Pro (facelift rebadge variant) (Azerbaijan) Maple 30X EV (electric variant) Geometry EX3 /Kungfu Cow (electric variant, 2021) EMC Wave 2 (Italy) |
| Production | 2017–present |
| Assembly | China Azerbaijan: Nakhchivan (NAZ)[1] Iran: Bam (BAC)[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact CUV |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout |
| Related | Geely Englon SC5-RV Geometry E |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L 4G15 I4 (gasoline) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,480 mm (97.6 in) |
| Length | 4,005 mm (157.7 in) |
| Width | 1,760 mm (69.3 in) |
| Height | 1,560 mm (61.4 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Geely Englon SC5-RV |
Overview
editThe Geely Yuanjing X3 was revealed in July 2017, and debuted in Q3 2017. The Yuanjing X3 was formerly known as the Yuanjing V3 during development, and was renamed prior to launch to fit into the later confirmed Geely Yuanjing crossover product series slotting between the Geely Yuanjing X1 and Geely Yuanjing X6.[4]
The Yuanjing X3 is based on the Geely Englon SC5-RV from 2011 to 2014, and utilizes the same engine, a 1.5 liter engine previously producing 94 hp for the Englon SC5-RV. The same 1.5 liter engine was tuned up to 102 hp and mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed automatic gearbox.[5]
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Geely Vision (Yuanjing) X3 -
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Geely Yuanjing X3 Pro and Maple/ Livan X3 Pro
editA facelift was launched in April 2021 called the Yuanjing X3 Pro. The X3 Pro update is powered by a 1.5-litre engine producing 109 hp and mated to a CVT gearbox. The Yuanjing X3 Pro was also rebadged and launched in May 2022 as the Maple X3 Pro as the first pure gasoline-powered vehicle under the relaunched Maple brand.[6]
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Geely Vision (Yuanjing) X3 Pro -
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Maple 30X EV
editThe Maple 30X EV is a subcompact electric crossover SUV based on the Geely Yuanjing X3 with the exterior body being essentially a rebadge. The Maple 30x result of a partnership between Geely and Kandi Technologies. It was launched by the affiliate company of Kandi Technologies Group, Inc., Fengsheng Automotive in July 2020. Fengsheng also launched a mobility version of the Maple 30x customized for the urban mobility market.[7]
The motor of the Maple 30X has a maximum output of 70kW (94 hp) and a maximum torque of 180N.m, the electric driving range on one full charge is up to 306 km or 190 miles. The Maple 30X comes with express charging and standard charging options. Express charging enables the vehicle to be charged to 80% in 30 minutes. A home plug-in charging feature is also available for all future Maple brand electric vehicles.[8]
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Maple 30X EV -
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Geometry EX3
editThe Geometry EX3 launched in 2021 is a subcompact electric crossover SUV based on the Geely Yuanjing X3. It comes with a 37.23 kWh battery providing a claimed range of 322 kilometers (200 miles). The EX3 was only sold in 2021 and was replaced by the completely redesigned Geometry E in 2022.[3][9]
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Geometry EX3 -
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References
edit- ^ "Azerbaijani automotive industry motoring ahead". 20 February 2024.
- ^ "رانندگی با بک BAC X3 پرو، کراساوور مونتاژی جیلی در ایران | مجله پدال" (in Persian). Retrieved 2024-06-16.
- ^ a b "Geely's Geometry EX3 EV Launches In China With $9,250 Base Price". InsideEVs. Retrieved 2021-10-08.
- ^ "The Geely V3 Is Another New Crossover Hatchback For China". 15 February 2017.
- ^ "Official: The New Geely Yuanjing X3 Crossover For China". 19 July 2017.
- ^ "Positioning small SUV maple leaf X3 Pro will be pre sold on May 1".[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Kandi Affiliate Fengsheng Automotive Announces Release of Maple 30X "City SUV"" (Press release). 13 July 2020.
- ^ "Maple 30X Is China's New Ridiculously Affordable Electric Crossover".
- ^ "Volvo parent Geely reveals $9,000 Geometry EV for China, bullish on battery swapping". Green Car Reports. 7 October 2021. Retrieved 2021-10-08.