Electric
2017 BAIC EU5 R600
The 2017 BAIC EU5 R600 is an all-electric sedan. Its electric drivetrain produces 163 hp (120 kW), with a quoted range of 311 miles (501 km), and it has front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.5 seconds and top speed is 99 mph (159 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2017 BAIC EU5 R600
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed August 26, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BAIC | Model | EU5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2017 | Version / Trim | R600 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Pearl White, Jet Black, Titanium Silver, Flame Red, Sky Blue, Champagne Gold |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | China |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Single-speed automatic |
| Motor | Permanent Magnet Motor | Battery | 60 kWh |
| Power | 163 hp / 120 kW | Torque | 300 Nm / 221 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.5 sec | Top Speed | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
| Electric Range | 311 miles (501 km) | Max Charge Rate | 60 kW |
| Charge 0→80% | 40 mins | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,480 kg (3,263 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2017 SEDANS
Compared with other 2017 sedans in our database, its 163 hp is 38% less than the average 2017 sedan (265 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.0 seconds slower than average.
| 2017 BAIC EU5 R600 | Average 2017 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 163 hp | 265 hp (112 cars) | -38% |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 348 Nm (112 cars) | -14% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s | 6.5 s (109 cars) | +32% |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 137 mph (109 cars) | -28% |
| Kerb weight | 1,480 kg | 1,584 kg (125 cars) | -7% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2017 sedans with similar power to the 2017 BAIC EU5 R600.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 BAIC EU5 R600 | 163 hp | 8.5 s | 1,480 kg |
| 2017 Honda Clarity EV | 161 hp | 7.8 s | 1,624 kg |
| 2017 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,415 kg |
| 2017 Chery Arrizo 5 1.5T | 156 hp | 9.5 s | 1,310 kg |
| 2017 BMW i3 BEV (94 Amp-hour battery) | 170 hp | 7.2 s | 1,195 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Panoramic Roof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start