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Specification
X
X55 Plus
Maximum Power
X-
X55 Plus138 kW
Maximum Torque
X-
X55 Plus305 Nm
Engine Size
X-
X55 Plus1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
X-
X55 Plus12.99 km/l
Ground Clearance
X-
X55 PlusNot Officially Disclosed
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Spec
X
X55 Plus
Model Introduced Year
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2024
Generation
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Current upgraded X55 Plus generation for South Africa, mechanically based around BAIC's Magic Core 1.5T engine, DCT380 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive.
Facelift History
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The original X55 arrived locally in 2022. BAIC launched the upgraded X55 Plus in August 2024 with revised exterior details, a full-black interior, updated wheel and exhaust treatment, and additional connectivity features.
Facelift Launched Since
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2024
Facelift Version Ending
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Current
Body Style
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Five-door compact SUV
Model Year
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2024
Production Status
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active
Segment
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Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
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SUV
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Length
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4620 mm
Width
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1886 mm
Height
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1680 mm
Wheelbase
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2735 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
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Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
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53 l
Boot/Cargo Space
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350 l
Kerb Weight
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1480 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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1970 kg
Payload Capacity
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490 kg
Towing Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Doors
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5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
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Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
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Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Engine
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1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
Engine Code
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A156T2H
Fuel Type
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Petrol
Hybrid System
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Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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1498 cc
Cylinders
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4
Cylinder Layout
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
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Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
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Turbocharged
Fuel System
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Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
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Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
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Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
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138 kW
Maximum Torque
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305 Nm
Combined Power
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Not Applicable
Combined Torque
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Not Applicable
Motor Type
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Not Applicable
Number of Motors
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Not Applicable
Motor Location
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Not Applicable
Drive Type
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FWD
Transmission
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7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
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200 km/h
0-100 km/h
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7.7 sec
Quarter Mile
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
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Eco, Sport, Comfort, Smart
Launch Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
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Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Battery Type
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Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
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Not Applicable
Electric Range
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Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
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Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
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Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
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Not Applicable
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Gearbox
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7DCT
Drivetrain Layout
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FWD
LSD Available
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
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Not Applicable
Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
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Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
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7
Transmission Type
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7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Clutch Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
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Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
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Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
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Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
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Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
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Not Applicable
4WD Selector
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Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
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Not Officially Disclosed
Front Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
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Dual-clutch
Low Range Ratio
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Not Applicable
Low Range
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Not Applicable
Axle Layout
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Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
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Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
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7
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Claimed Mileage
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12.99 km/l
City Mileage
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Not Officially Disclosed
Highway Mileage
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
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53 l
Emission Standard
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Euro VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
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Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
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12.99 km/l
Charging Port Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
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53
Combined Driving Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
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Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
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Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Airbags
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6
ABS
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Standard
Electronic Stability Control
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Standard
Traction Control
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Standard
Hill Descent Control
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Standard
Hill Start Assist
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Standard
Child Safety Lock
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Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
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Standard
Brake Assist
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Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
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Standard
Engine Immobiliser
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Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Standard
Front Parking Sensors
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Not Available
AEB
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Not Available
BA
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Standard
Brake Override System
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Standard
Curtain Airbags
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Standard
Driver Airbag
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Standard
EBD
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Standard
Engine Immobiliser
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Standard
Hill Hold
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Standard
Passenger Airbag
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Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
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Standard
Side Airbags
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Standard
Stability Control
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Standard
TCS
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Standard
Knee Airbag
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Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
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Standard
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Cruise Control
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Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
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Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
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Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Sensors
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Standard
Rear View Camera
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Standard
360 Degree Camera
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Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
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Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
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Standard
Reverse Camera
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Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Not Available
Park Assist
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Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
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Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
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Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
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Not Available
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Seat Material
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Leather
Heated Seats
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Not Available
Ventilated Seats
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Not Available
Ambient Lighting
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Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
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Leather
60 40 Split Seat
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Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
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6-way manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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6-way manual
Seat Trim
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Leather
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Climate Control
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Air conditioning
Power Windows
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Standard
Keyless Entry
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Standard
Push Button Start
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Standard
Wireless Charging
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Not Available
Sunroof
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Not Available
Electric Tailgate
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Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Standard
AC Type
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Air conditioning
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Infotainment System
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BAIC DA head unit with radio, Bluetooth and smartphone connection
Apple CarPlay
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Standard
Android Auto
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Not Officially Disclosed
Bluetooth Connectivity
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Standard
Number of Speakers
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4
Digital Instrument Cluster
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10.25-inch LCD instrument screen
USB Ports
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Front USB, rear USB and Type-C charging
Infotainment Screen
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10.1-inch central touchscreen
Touchscreen
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10.1-inch central touchscreen
Spec
X
X55 Plus
LED Headlamps
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Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
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Standard
Fog Lamps
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Standard
Roof Rails
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Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
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Electric Yellow, Metallic Grey, Scarlet Red, Krypton Grey, Polar White, Turquoise Blue
Headlights
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Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
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Not Available
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Approach Angle
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Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
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Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
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Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
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Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
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Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Tyre Size
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225/60 R18
Front Brake Type
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Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
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Solid disc
Spare Wheel Type
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Space-saver spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
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18-inch
Handbrake Type
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Electric parking brake
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Front Suspension
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MacPherson independent suspension
Rear Suspension
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Multi-link independent suspension
Spec
X
X55 Plus
CO2 Emissions
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Service Plan
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5 Years / 60 000 km
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Ownership Role
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Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
Price Zar
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429900 ZAR
Pricing Role
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Current ex-showroom price
Starting Price
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429900
Starting Price Zar
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429900
Spec
X
X55 Plus
Warranty
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5 Years / 150 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
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