First Wuling-branded global NEV model to hit market in second half of 2022

Shanghai (Gasgoo)-SAIC-GM-Wuling (“SGMW”), General Motors' joint venture with Chinese partners SAIC Motor and Guangxi Automobile Group, on June 1 unveiled the Wuling Air ev, Wuling brand's first global NEV model, in Jakarta.

The automaker announced on spot that it has become the official car partner of the upcoming G20 Summit and the Wuling Air ev is ready to support the mobility needs during the Summit.

Air ev; photo credit: SGMW

According to the official images released by SGMW, the Wuling Air ev features a light strip that stretches across the car width in both the front and the rear.

Positioned as a mini all-electric vehicle, the Air ev will come with two variants based on the length of wheelbase, according to the information seen in a MIIT's catalogue. The standard version measures 2,599mm long, 1,505 wide, and 1,631 tall with a wheelbase that spans 1,635 mm. With the same width and height, the other one has a wheelbase of 2,010mm and its length is extended to 2,974mm.

Air ev; photo credit: SGMW

The all-electric model will be powered by a 30kW or 50kW electric motor, and offer two CTLC range options—200km and 300km.

The model is scheduled to hit the market in the second half of 2022, targeting both the domestic and overseas markets. It is expected to pave the way for the global development of Wuling-branded NEVs.