Shanghai (Gasgoo)- The sales of the Wuling Hongguang MINI EV, a micro electric vehicle (EV) model launched by SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW), hit a new high of 33,094 units in November, according to the joint venture.

Hongguang MINI EV; photo credit: SGMW

Among locally-produced new energy vehicle (NEV) models sold in China, the Hongguang MINI EV was the only one appeared so far this year whose monthly sales exceed 30,000 units.

Of the vehicles sold last month, over 96% were bought by private consumers, said SGMW.

Retailing 14,495 units and 20,631 units in September and October, the Hongguang MINI EV had honored the best-selling China-made NEV model in domestic market for two consecutive months, according to the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).

Hongguang MINI EV; photo credit: SGMW

Measuring just 2,917mm long, 1,493mm wide and 1,621mm high, and with a 1,940mm wheelbase, the Hongguang MINI EV is incredibly compact. It is also rather cheap with guiding prices starting at 28,800 yuan ($4,380).

Despite how tiny it is, the EV model still offers seating to four passengers. The rear seats can be folded down if you want to store anything in the trunk.

The EV model came with three trim levels, which are all driven by a 20kW/85 N·m electric motor. Both base and mid-spec versions have a NEDC range of 120km due to a 9.2KWh battery pack, while the high-spec variant, carrying a 13.8 kWh battery pack, offers a range of up to 170km.

In terms of charging, all variants support the 220V three-plug power supply of the ordinary home grounding line and the AC slow charging pile for charging, while the fast charging mode is not supported. The charging time is around 6 to 9 hours.

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