FAW Bestune Pentium T99

Introduction: For family SUVs, spaciousness and value for money are key, and the 2023 FAW Bestune Pentium T99 excels in both. With a new logo, it inches closer to "Hongqi" standards.

Exterior: It features the family "Shan Rong Hai Na" grille, sharp headlights, and a贯穿式 taillight. The new rear bumper and spoiler enhance its稳重 and sporty look.

Interior: A dual 12.3-inch display and 7-inch touch AC panel boost tech感. High trims get AR navigation. Touch steering wheel buttons and an electronic gear lever add sophistication, matching its price well.

Space: As a mid-large SUV, it measures 4800/1915/1685mm with a 2870mm wheelbase. Generous legroom, a flat rear floor, and foldable rear seats expand cargo space, though a 7-seat option would be better.

Power: All models have a 2.0T engine (224hp, 340N·m) paired with 6AT; luxury and premium trims upgrade to 8AT. Comfort-tuned suspension smooths bumps, ideal for long trips.

Rivals: Targeting Changan CS95 and EXEED VX, it undercuts them with a lower starting price. Even vs mid-size SUVs like Chery Tiggo 8 PLUS, it offers superior value, staying competitive in the fuel vehicle market while新能源车 peers are smaller at similar prices.

Conclusion: Its smart positioning, matching 200,000-level SUVs in quality but priced like compacts, helps it stand out.

The FAW Bestune Pentium T99 Sport's key strength is replacing the domestic Shengrui 8AT with Aisin 6AT, ensuring stable continuous shifts and no low-gear start jerk. Though labeled sporty, its transmission prioritizes smoothness and fuel efficiency, lacking driving fun. Sharing the CA4GC20TD-32 2.0T engine with Hongqi HS5, it delivers 224Ps/340N·m, with noticeable power surge at medium revs for easy highway overtaking. Average fuel consumption is 9.1-9.5L/100km, better than Highlander in mid-large SUVs. The interior looks sleek with integrated LCD screens and crystal gear lever, but lacks leather; artificial leather seats have stiff side support and short rear cushions causing fatigue. Mirror-finish buttons are hard to clean, and new cars have some odor. Space is good, with 1m8 passengers having ~1 fist headroom, close to HS5. The panoramic sunroof enhances cabin openness, fitting family use.

【Exterior】The FAW Bestune Pentium T99 features a large hexagonal front grille with silver chrome trim and "starry sky" design, integrated with headlights for high recognition. Its sharp fog light area, double waistlines, floating roof, and贯穿式 taillights enhance its stylish and imposing look, earning it the "big guy" nickname.

【Space】With dimensions 4800*1915*1695mm, the interior is spacious. A 1.8m passenger has 1拳2指 front headroom and 2拳2指 rear legroom. Leather seats offer good support, though the rear seat cushion is short, and folded rear seats don’t lie flat.

【Performance】Powered by a 2.0T engine and 6AT gearbox, it prioritizes comfort and fuel efficiency. There’s slight turbo lag at low speeds, and power reserves weaken over 100km/h. The steering is precise with good feedback, and the suspension provides stable cornering support.

【Noise】胎噪 and wind noise are well-controlled below 60km/h but become noticeable above 100km/h. Minor window rattles on bumpy roads cause slight discomfort.