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The Beijing Mofang (Chinese: 北京魔方; pinyin: Běijīng Mófāng), translated to Rubik's Cube in English sources,[2][3][4][5] also known as the BAIC Beijing X55 in several overseas markets, is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automaker BAIC Group under the company's Beijing passenger car marque.
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| Manufacturer | Beijing (BAIC) |
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| Production | 2022–present |
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| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
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| 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) |
Codenamed "C52X" during its development, it was first teased in 10 November 2021 under the placeholder name "Beijing X6", with its official name was determined by a public voting campaign ran by BAIC.[6] A pre-production prototype was unveiled in 11 November 2021 during the 2021 Guangzhou International Motor Show, subsequently revealing Mofang as its official name.[7] The full production model was revealed in April 2022,[8] and went on sale in China on 28 July 2022.[9] It is the first internal-combustion vehicle in the Chinese domestic market to use Huawei’s HarmonyOS.[2]
For some export markets, the Mofang is sold as the BAIC Beijing X55. The "X55" nameplate was previously used by BAIC's defunct marque Senova for its compact crossover sold between 2015 and 2020. In some countries' marketing materials, the model is simply referred as the BAIC X55, omitting the Beijing sub-brand nomenclature, but regardless, the X55 retain the physical 'BEIJING' emblems.[10][11]
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The Mofang is available with one engine; a 1.5-litre Magic Core variable-geometry turbocharged (VGT) petrol engine, developed in collaboration with the German automotive parts manufacturer Meta GmbH. The engine is rated at 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp) and 305 N⋅m (31.1 kg⋅m; 225 lb⋅ft) of torque, and is mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).[12]
Africa
South Africa
The Mofang was introduced in South Africa on October 2022 as the Beijing X55,[13] and launched in November 2022.[14] Variants include the Dynamic, Elite and Premium.[15]
The updated version, bearing with the additional Plus moniker, was revealed in August 2024 at the 2024 Kyalami Festival of Motoring,[16] and went on sale in September 2024.[17] Changes for the update include type-C USB ports, voice command recognition system, an option of a black leather interior color, and two new exterior colors; Krypton Grey and Turquoise Blue. The Elite and Premium variants receive 19-inch alloy wheels.
Americas
Argentina
The Mofang was launched in Argentina on August 2023 as the Beijing X55 II. It is only available with a single trim level: Luxury.[18]
Chile
The Mofang was launched in Chile on July 2023 as the X55 Plus. Available trim levels are the Comfort, Elite and Luxury.[19]
Mexico
The Mofang was launched in Mexico on July 2023 as the Beijing X55. It is only available with a single trim level: Honor.[20]
Peru
The Mofang was launched in Peru on June 2023 as the X55 Plus. Available trim levels are the Comfort, Exclusive and Signature.[21]
Asia
Indonesia
The Mofang was introduced in Indonesia on 14 May 2024 as the Beijing X55 II, as one of BAIC's first models in the country alongside the BJ40 Plus.[22] Sales were commenced in July 2024 at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show.[23] Initially imported from China, the vehicle will be locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's new second facility in Purwakarta, West Java.[24]
Malaysia
The Mofang will be sold in Malaysia as the Beijing X55 in the fourth quarter of 2024. For the Malaysian market, it will be locally assembled at EP Manufacturing's new facility in Melaka by 2025.
Three examples of the vehicle were first showcased in October 2023 during the ground-breaking ceremony event of EP Manufacturing's Melaka facility, initially referred as the X55 II.[25] A pre-production model with the finalized X55 nameplate was introduced in 16 May 2024, alongside the BJ40 Plus.[26] Two variants will be available at launch: Standard and Premium.
Philippines
In the Philippines, the Mofang is marketed as the X55 Verve. It was introduced in March 2024, alongside the B40 Ragnar, B60 Beaumont, B80 Wagon and X7 Grandeza, coinciding with the re-launch of the BAIC brand in the country for the second time, following its distribution acquisition by the local distributor United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI).[27] Sales were commenced in April 2024 at the 19th Manila International Auto Show.[28]
Europe
Poland
In Poland, the Mofang is marketed as the Beijing 5. It was introduced in December 2023 as one of BAIC's first models in the Polish market, alongside the Beijing 3 and Beijing 7.[29]
Russia
The Mofang was introduced in Russia on September 2023 as the Beijing X55.[30] Initial variants include the Comfort and Elite,[31] with the Luxury variant was added in April 2024.[32] It is locally assembled at Avtotor's facility in Kaliningrad, with production commenced on August 2023.[33]
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Cirelli 4
Up until 2024,[citation needed] Cirelli Motor Company formerly marketed the Mofang in Italy as the Cirelli 4.[34] Unlike other markets, alongside the conventional petrol, the Cirelli 4 features an option of a bi-fuel (petrol/LPG) setup. It was replaced by a version based on the second-generation Fengon 580 from Dongfeng Motor Corporation.
Tiger Six
DR Automobiles will be marketing the Mofang for select European markets as the Tiger Six, under the company's Tiger marque. It was revealed in September 2024 at the 2024 Salone Auto Torino.[35][36] The Six features a different front grille design.
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