The Wuling Zhengcheng (Chinese: 五菱征程; pinyin: Wǔlíng zhēngchéng) is a van and MPV produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling under the Wuling Motors brand. It is the largest van produced by Wuling and serves as the flagship MPV of the brand. First launched in 2015 and was produced till 2018 when the model was relaunched as the Wuling Zhengcheng Classic, making way for the upcoming second generation model.

Wuling Zhengcheng
Overview
ManufacturerSAIC-GM-Wuling
Production2015–present
Body and chassis
ClassMinivan
Body style5-door minivan
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive

The second generation model is longer, wider and lower compared to the first generation model while featuring a shorter wheelbase. The model is offered as 7-, 8- and 9- seater models. Styling wise, the second generation model is boxier and similar to the Wuling Hongguang Plus in terms of styling.

First generation (2014)

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First generation
 
Wuling Zengcheng in China
Overview
Production2014–2018
Model years2015–2018
AssemblyChina: Liuzhou, Guangxi (SAIC-GM-Wuling)
Powertrain
Engine1.8 L I4 (petrol)
1.5 L I4 (petrol)
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,250 mm (128.0 in)
Length5,090 mm (200.4 in)
Width1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Height1,925 mm (75.8 in)
 
Rear view of Wuling Zhengcheng

The Zhengcheng was launched on the Chinese car market in 2015 as the largest vehicle in the Wuling product line-up. The Zhengcheng, or ‘Journey’, is a nine-seat MPV or minibus aimed mostly at fleet and taxi companies to be used as shuttles.[1]

Powertrain

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The Wuling Zhengcheng comes with two engine options which includes a 1.5 liter engine and 1.8 liter gasoline engine, the combined fuel consumption of the 1.5 liter engine is 8.4L/100km, and the combined fuel consumption of the 1.8 liter engine is 8.8L/100km.[2]

Second generation (2021)

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Second generation
 
Overview
Also calledWuling Journey
Production2021–present
Model years2021–present
AssemblyChina: Liuzhou, Guangxi (SAIC-GM-Wuling)
Powertrain
Engine1.8 L I4 (petrol)
1.5 L I4 (petrol)
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,180 mm (125.2 in)
Length5,150 mm (202.8 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,895 mm (74.6 in)
 
Wuling Zhengcheng II rear
 
Wuling Zhengcheng II side

The second generation Zhengcheng is longer, wider and lower. A 2-seater panel van model is also available for the second generation Zhengcheng.[3] The second generation model was launched in August 2021.[4]

Powertrain

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The power of the second generation Zhengcheng comes from a 1.5-litre turbo engine producing a maximum power of 147hp (108kW). The model is offered as 7-, 8- and 9- seater models.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Wuling Zhengcheng MPV launched on the Chinese car market". 7 April 2015.
  2. ^ "Wuling Zhengcheng——a must-have weapon for logistics industry".
  3. ^ "8月正式上市 上汽通用五菱征程已到店".
  4. ^ "搭1.5T发动机 五菱征程更多信息曝光".
  5. ^ "搭载1.5T发动机 全新五菱征程申报图".
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