BAIC Philippines, through United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), the official distributor of the BAIC brand of SUVs and crossovers, recently launched at the Main Atrium of SM Mall of Asia its first local hybrid offering and its most attainable off-roader yet, the BAIC B30e Dune.
Following the tire tracks of its bigger B40 Ragnar, B60 Beaumont, and B80 Wagon siblings, the new BAIC B30e Dune Hybrid will be available in two variants: 4×2 and 4×4.
The new BAIC B30e Dune Hybrid will be at the BAIC Base Camp at SM Mall of Asia from September 19 to 22. BAIC brand ambassador Ian Veneracion will have a special performance at the display on September 21.
The BAIC B30e Dune is powered by a Dual Motor Smart Hybrid System (single motor for the 4×2 variant) with no less than 6 energy management modes backed up by a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine. The state-of-the-art powertrain is coupled to a special hybrid transmission. The BAIC B30e Dune 4×2 generates a strong 329 horsepower and 550 Newton-meters of torque while the B30e Dune 4×4’s powertrain delivers a strongest-in-class 403 horsepower and 685 Newton-meters of torque. This immense power output enables the B30e Dune 4×4 to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in only 6.9 seconds.
The BAIC B30e Dune’s true off-road capability comes from its Real-Time Intelligent Hybrid 4-Wheel Drive with its front and rear axle drive electric motors, its 7-mode (Comfort, Sport, Economy, Snow, Sand, Muddy Road, Wading) All Terrain System, as well as its high 215-millimeter ground clearance, enabling this hybrid off-roader to effortlessly cope with a variety of difficult terrain and slippery surfaces.
Both B30e Dune 4×2 and 4×4 variants run on 19-inch alloy wheels with 235/60R-19 tires. Both have an approach angle of 24.5 degrees, departure angle of 30 degrees and a wading depth of 450 millimeters.
The BAIC B30e Dune’s spacious cabin and smooth, comfortable ride come from the generous 2,820-millimeter wheelbase. Inside, you’ll find heated and cooled front seats, a fully digital driver’s interface with a huge 10.25-inch instrument panel and an equally expansive 14.6-inch floating central display with screen mirroring connectivity. There is a 1.9-meter long cargo bed, which allows up to 1,496 liters of cargo space.
Adding to its remarkable utility, the B30e Dune comes with a cleverly integrated trunk picnic table. Measuring 110cm x 30.2cm x 6cm, the table is compactly folded behind the second-row seats and serves as a tonneau cover when set in place. Featuring a secure locking mechanism, rubberized edges for added stability, and hand-tightened legs, this versatile table ensures a convenient outdoor experience, whether you’re enjoying a roadside meal or setting up a campsite.
It also offers added convenience with remote window opening and pre-ventilation features, to ensure the vehicle is cool and ready to go even before getting inside it, especially on those scorching hot days.
The BAIC B30e Dune Hybrid’s safety features include a full Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assist System) suite with Cruise Control, Integrated Cruise Assist, Intelligent High Beam Control, Blind Spot Monitoring System, Lane Assist System, Lane Change Assist, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Travel Warning, Rear Cross Travel Braking and Door Opening Warning. It also has a 360-degree around-view monitor as well as reverse camera and sensors.
The B30e Dune’s other advanced features include leather seats, panoramic sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, smart power tailgates, intelligent adaptive cruise control, 6-way driver and 4-way passenger power-adjustable seats, and full-LED lighting for the front and rear with electronic-leveling automatic headlamps, among many others.
The BAIC B30e Dune comes with a 5-year or 150,000-kilometer (whichever comes first) warranty and is available at a suggested retail price of P1,588,000 for the 4×2 variant and P1,888,000 for the 4×4 variant. Take advantage of the limited-time promotion and enjoy a P100,000 discount off the SRP until September 30, 2024.
Visit a BAIC dealership near you
The BAIC initial lineup comprising the sporty X55 Verve and elegant X7 Grandeza crossovers, as well as the robust body-on-frame SUVs–B40 Ragnar (Off-road Diesel SUV), B60 Beaumont (Diesel Hybrid Full-Size SUV), and B80 Wagon (Luxury SUV), and the newly launched hybrid off-roader B30e Dune are now available at the following BAIC showrooms:
BAIC Alabang
Address: Filinvest City, Alabang Zapote Road, Alabang, Muntinlupa
BAIC Marilao
Address: 3680 MacArthur Highway. Brgy. Abangan Sur, Marilao, Bulacan
BAIC North EDSA
Address: 931 and 933 EDSA, Phil-Am, Quezon City
BAIC Bacolor, Pampanga
Address: Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Cabalantian, Bacolor Pampanga
BAIC Iloilo
Address: McArthur Drive, Tabuc Suba Jaro, Iloilo City
BAIC Cagayan De Oro
Address: Gusa National Highway, Cagayan de Oro City
BAIC Zamboanga
Address: Mayor Jaldon St. Corner Barter, Canelar, Zamboanga City
BAIC Davao
Address: KM 13, Panacan Ave., Buhangin, Davao City
BAIC Sab Pablo
Address: Km 84 Maharlika Highway, Brgy. San Francisco, Calihan, San Pablo City, Laguna
BAIC Bacoor
Address: Bacoor Blvd., Brgy. Niog 3, Bacoor Cavite
BAIC GMA, Cavite
Address: Blk 23 Lot 2 Governors Drive Brgy. Gabino Maderan, GMA Cavite