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MUSCAT: Gulf Great Sands LLC, the exclusive importer of BAIC Passenger Cars, SUVs and LCVs in Oman, launched BJ40, the legendary 4-wheel drive SUV from BAIC at an exclusive event in Oman recently. With a Robust SUV styling, Smart functionality and a powerful SAAB engine, the BJ40 packs excellent performance and control to explore all types of terrain on-road and off-road.

Being made since 1961, BJ40 from BAIC has a glorious past spanning more than half a century of tough All-terrain experience. BJ40 comes in 2-Door and 4-Door options to cater to the customers looking for an SUV which is strong, simple and imposing.

BJ40 — functionality

BJ40 is separate body on frame design which enhances the torsional stiffness for handling severe road conditions. The engine is designed to deliver almost 90 per cent of its peak torque at very low rpm ensuring large availability of torque at low vehicle speed. The large over-fenders, full size spare tyre mounted on rear door for easy access, add to the appeal of a classic SUV. You can explore all terrains off-road and on-road in style and comfort. Robust SUV with smart Design BJ40 is designed in accordance with the classic features of the classic SUV, but has a character of its own making the vehicle stands out from the rest. The vehicle, which comes in 2-Door and 4-Door options, is tough, clean and fashionable. Inclusive workmanship and attention to detail can be seen both in the interior and exterior of the BJ40. With its innovative design, quality materials and exciting proficiency, BJ40 creates a new benchmark among SUVs. Safe & Reliable A standard configuration of ultra-high anti roll frames in the front and rear constitutes a natural barrier to protect passengers. Flexible body arrangement The easily detachable roof, doors, windscreen offers unique experience to passengers looking for more adventure, more visibility and more thrill while exploring off-road sites. Smart Functions The 7” display screen with rear view camera, power fold mirror and overhead speakers are easy to use thanks to the human design. The dashboard provides information on gradient, direction and altitude while the Part time 4- wheel drive gives extraordinary control on all types of terrain.

The BJ40 is equipped with leather seats, Rear AC outlet, Rear seat fold and overturn, Bluetooth, which coupled with the Smart functionality make the adventure more funfilled.

A Gulf Great Sands LLC spokesperson said, “We are happy to launch the 4WD SUV BJ40, with which we expect to set new standards in the 4-wheel drive SUV segment. We had launched BAIC range of vehicles in Oman last year and are thrilled with the overwhelming response. We are also confident that this Robust SUV will further enhance the customer confidence in BAIC for bringing to Oman good performance and high quality products”. BJ40 4WD AT 2 AND 4 DOOR (2017 MODEL YEAR) TECHNICAL DATA Engine Capacity: 2.3Turbo Power: 231 hp; Torque: 35.7 Kgm, Part time 4WD; Length of the 2-Door version is 4350 mm and of the 4-Door version is 4630mm; Transmission: 6AT. Ground clearance is 210 mm. Interior: Leather seats, (B231R); Net multi-function leather steering wheel, power window, driver seat six-way manual, seven-inch display screen, six speakers, Bluetooth, USB, Rear AC outlet, Compass/Altimeter/Declinator, Rear Seat fold with overturn and front armrest.

Safety: ABS + EBD, ESP, Hill Hold Control, Dual Airbag, Central Door Lock, Parking Sensor, Rear View Camera, TPMS, Anti-roll cage

Exterior: Tyre — 245/65 R17 17” Alloy Wheel, Door Mirror Electric Fold & Adjust, Rear window defroster, Rear Wiper, LED combination tail light, Removable hard ceiling, Door mirrors with turn signal, Fog Lamp About BAIC At the end of 2009, BAIC Motor took over the SAAB’s passenger car business core assets in Sweden, including its 9-5/9-3 vehicle platform, turbo engine transmission, R&D, manufacturing and supplier systems. The SAAB unique front wheel drive and steering technology was also inherited by BAIC. About GGS Gulf Great Sands has set up a spacious and state-of-the-art showroom in Wattayah as well as a Service centre in Ghala, Muscat. GGS has already tied up for Periodic Maintenance Services in many cities including Salalah, Suhar, Sur, Nizwa, Ibra and Barka etc. BAIC offers 5 years or 100,000 kms manufacturer warranty on all passenger vehicles and 3 years/100,000 kms manufacturer warranty on commercial vehicles in Oman.

For more information and to book test drives, call BAIC Oman toll free number 80050800, WhatsApp on 79005800 or visit our showroom in Wattayah. Also you can register at www.baicoman.com to call back.