Where are the Baojun series engines produced?

[DeKimberly]

Baojun series engines are produced in Liuzhou, Guangxi. The function of the engine is: to convert the thermal energy of gasoline into mechanical energy by burning and expanding the gas in a sealed cylinder, thereby pushing the piston to do work. Baojun's models include: Baojun 510, Baojun 730, Baojun 310, Baojun 530, Baojun 360, etc. Taking the 2021 Baojun 510 as an example, it is a compact SUV with body dimensions of: length 4220mm, width 1740mm, height 1615mm, a wheelbase of 2550mm, a fuel tank capacity of 45 liters, and a body weight of 1206kg.

[LucyLynn]

Baojun's engines are basically all produced in-house, manufactured at the SAIC-GM-Wuling factory in Liuzhou, Guangxi. I remember once visiting Liuzhou and seeing rows of engine production lines in the factory area, which was particularly spectacular. These engines incorporate a lot of GM technology, with main models like the 1.5L and 1.5T being developed and tuned according to GM standards. I usually drive a Baojun 730 for deliveries, and the engine is particularly sturdy and durable, running 100,000 kilometers without needing major repairs, and it never lacks power even when climbing hills in mountainous areas. After all, Liuzhou has long been a national manufacturing base for mini vehicles, with extensive experience in engine production.

[SanMiles]

I've seen disassembled Baojun engines at the repair shop with the 'SGMW' marking on the cylinder block, which stands for SAIC-GM-Wuling. The engines for Baojun's main models are basically self-developed and self-produced, with both the Liuzhou Hexi Plant and the Baojun Base manufacturing them. It's worth mentioning the L2B engine—although the technology originates from GM, the production has been fully localized. Last year, when I helped a customer replace the throttle body on a Baojun 510, the part numbers were all from Liuzhou. The newly released hybrid version now uses a brand-new oil-electric platform, and the production line is located at the Liuzhou New Energy Base.

[DiAdam]

Previously drove a Baojun 530 for a self-drive trip to Yunnan and specifically researched the engine background of this model. Currently, all Baojun engines are produced independently by SAIC-GM-Wuling, with the Liuzhou factory handling the majority of production capacity. Their newly developed 1.5T high-power version performs well in the 560 model, delivering peak torque at just 1800 rpm. It's worth noting that the Liuzhou factory even produces turbochargers in-house, unlike some brands that rely on imported components. During a maintenance visit to the 4S store last week, the mechanic mentioned that locally produced engine parts have strong compatibility, reducing repair costs by about 30% compared to other brands.

[VonJuliana]

Having studied the engine production line layout of Baojun, it is mainly divided into three bases: the Hexi factory in Liuzhou produces traditional fuel engines, the Baojun base is responsible for newly developed hybrid-specific engines, and the Qingdao branch factory produces 1.2L small-displacement engines for entry-level models. During last year's visit, it was observed that the production line uses German-imported crankshaft grinding machines, but core assembly is all done independently. Their current 1.5L DVVT engine achieves a thermal efficiency of 38%, nearly 10% higher than three years ago. During maintenance, it was found that the valve cover gasket sealing process has been improved, significantly reducing oil leakage issues.

[SanLily]

As an auto parts supplier, we frequently procure Baojun engine components, and their supply chain is highly transparent. The main plant in Liuzhou produces cylinder blocks and heads, while the Qingdao branch manufactures connecting rods and pistons. The turbochargers are independently produced at the Liuzhou New Energy Industrial Park. It's particularly interesting that the 1.5L engine for the Baojun 310W shares production lines with the Wuling Hongguang S, with over 80% parts commonality. Last year, we also noticed their new engine models began using plasma-coated piston rings, reducing wear by 40% compared to traditional processes. If an engine replacement is needed, the entire powertrain including labor costs only a little over 9,000 yuan, making it top-tier in cost-performance among domestic brands.