Top 3 things you need to know about the BAIC Beijing X55
With so many compact SUVs on offer today, sifting through the noise can sometimes be hard. Here are the cliff notes of the BAIC Beijing X55 and what you really need to know about it. Its price is as attractive as its styling and it's packed with features that are bound to excite you.
Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. has steamed ahead in South Africa, making a firm commitment to the local market through both its products and the manufacturing thereof. With substantial investment into the local economy and a plant in Coega, Gqeberha, BAIC has shown its commitment to South Africa and the African continent at large. Its latest offering forms part of its high-end SUV arm, Beijing, with the first offering being the attractive X55.
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This model is packed with features and comes in at an attractive price, making it appeal to a greater audience, one that is in the market for a compact SUV that is packed with features and style but doesn't break the bank. Here are the Top 3 things you need to know about the Beijing X55.
1. Award-winning engine
The 1.5-litre turbocharged engine in the X55 is the recipient of several awards. It has received a “China Heart” Top 10 Engine award in 2021 and the gearbox has been awarded a 2022 “Longpan Cup” Top Ten Transmission in the world award.
This unit utilizes a variable geometry turbocharger to help it produce 130 kW and an impressive 305 Nm torque. It is mated to a 7-speed DCT380 gearbox that sends power to the front wheels. This combination is good for a 0 to 100 km/h sprint time of only 7.8 seconds.
2. Impeccable comfort
Many members of the motoring media have praised the Beijing X55 for its comfort levels. The X55 is equipped with independent front MacPherson struts with hydraulic damper and a rear multi-link suspension, borrowing heavily from Mercedes-Benz, a partnership that BAIC enjoys in China.
The 'Zero Gravity' seats are ergonomically formed and feature both heating and cooling with a memory feature for the driver's seat along with comfort access. 4-way lumbar adjustment helps alleviate fatigue when driving long distances.
3. Convenience features
A number of convenience features are present in the Beijing X55 including a reverse camera with dynamic guide lines, a 10-inch central control screen, a 10.25-inch LCD digital display, a wireless phone connection with Bluetooth as well as a panoramic roof and USB ports in both the front and rear.
The door handles are a particularly interesting addition. The door handles are hidden from sight, retracted flush with te bodywork when locked but utilize induction to detect when the key is near and pop out when you approach, allowing you to grab the anti-pinch handle and open the door. This design element adds to both the aerodynamics and overall style of the X55
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