Borgward BX5
| Borgward BX5 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Borgward Group |
| Also called | Borgward BX6 (fastback version) |
| Production | 2017–2021 |
| Assembly | China: Miyun, Beijing[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact luxury crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm (105.7 in) |
| Length | 4,490 mm (176.8 in) |
| Width | 1,877 mm (73.9 in) |
| Height | 1,675 mm (65.9 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,500–1,675 kg (3,307–3,693 lb) |
The Borgward BX5 is a Sino-German subcompact luxury crossover SUV from the Borgward Group and produced in China by Foton Motor between 2017 and 2021. A fastback version called the Borgward BX6 was later launched. Production of all Borgwards ended in 2021 and the company went bankrupt the following year.[2]
Overview
The world premiere of the Borgward BX5 was at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.[3] Like the larger BX7, the BX5 was initially produced for the Chinese market. The market launch took place on 24 March 2017.[4]
BX6
The coupé-styled BX6 derivative was first shown in 2016, but did not officially go on sale until May 2018.[5] Period sources only refer to the most powerful engine, with the possibility of hybrid variants down the road.[5] The BX6 saw very slow sales and production was halted sometime during 2019. 809 examples were sold in China in 2018, 398 examples in 2019.[6] Exports and additional engine options were planned but appear not to have materialized.[6]
Powertrain
In China, the five-seater was driven to market launch by a 140 kW (190 PS; 188 bhp), turbocharged 1.8-litre petrol engine of Saab origins. As standard, the BX5 has a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, optional four-wheel drive is available.[7] Later a 1.4-litre petrol engine with 110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) coupled with front-wheel drive, and the 2.0-litre petrol engine with 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) and all-wheel drive from the larger BX7 were made available. In Germany, the BX5 is unlike initially thought to be sold exclusively with an electric motor.[8]
Specifications
| 20T GDI | 25T GDI | 28T GDI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Production | 08/2017 – 08/2021 | 03/2017 – 08/2021 | 11/2017 – 08/2021 |
| Engine displacement | 1,395 cc (85.1 cu in) | 1,797 cc (109.7 cu in) | 1,981 cc (120.9 cu in) |
| Power output | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) / 5,500 rpm | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 bhp) / 5,500 rpm | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) / 5,500 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) / 1,750–4,000 rpm | 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) / 1,750–4,500 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) / 1,500–4,500 rpm |
| Drive wheel | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive, optional all-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Top Speed | ? | estimated at 190 km/h (118 mph) | ? |
| Acceleration, 0–100 km/h (62 mph) | estimated at 13.2 s | estimated at 9.3 s | ?. |
| Fuel consumption at 100 km/h (62 mph)
(combined) |
? | ? | ? |
| CO2-Emission (combined) | ? | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 60 L (13 imp gal; 16 US gal) | ||
Awards
Like the larger BX7, the BX5 and the BX6 TS (still a show car at the time) received the "German Design Award" for 2016.[9]
References
- ↑ Schmidt, Herbie (15 October 2018). "Comeback-Automarke Borgward benötigt erste Rettungsaktion" [Comeback car brand Borgward needs its first financial rescue]. NZZ (in Schweizer Hochdeutsch). Archived from the original on 3 December 2024.
- ↑ Gerster, Michael (21 August 2020). "Iconic German brand Borgward's revival stumbles". AutoNews.com. Archived from the original on 7 October 2021.
- ↑ Brünglinghaus, Christiane (2016-03-02). "Fahrzeugtechnik - Borgward zeigt Plug-in-Hybride in Genf". Springer Professional. Retrieved 2018-07-28.
- ↑ "The Borgward BX5 SUV is Ready for the Chinese Auto Market". CarNewsChina. 2017-03-16. Retrieved 2017-03-20.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Vijayenthiran, Viknesh (16 May 2018). "Borgward joins coupe-like crossover craze with BX6". Motor Authority.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Borgward BX6 China Sales Data & Charts". Good Car Bad Car. Archived from the original on 5 November 2025.
- ↑ "Borgward BX5 SUV Launched On The Chinese Auto Market". 2017-03-28. Retrieved 2017-03-28.
- ↑ "Elektrisches China-SUV kommt nach Deutschland". 2017-03-05. Retrieved 2017-03-28.
- ↑ "Saison 2016 – Triple für Borgward" (Press release) (in Deutsch). Borgward Group. Archived from the original on 2017-03-29. Retrieved 2017-03-28.
