Externally, the novelty is very similar to the Mercedes-Benz GL
If you also peer closely at the exterior of the crossover and see something similar to a Mercedes, it is. The second-generation Mercedes-Benz GL became the donor for the freshly baked Beijing BJ90, which after restyling turned into the first GLS. Also, this is not plagiarism. Everything is quite official,
Crossover Beijing BJ90: Chinese Mercedes went into series

Externally, the novelty is very similar to the Mercedes-Benz GL
If you also peer closely at the exterior of the crossover and see something similar to a Mercedes, it is. The second-generation Mercedes-Benz GL became the donor for the freshly baked Beijing BJ90, which after restyling turned into the first GLS. Also, this is not plagiarism. Everything is quite official because BAIC and Daimler have a joint venture focused on the Chinese market.

the first photographs of the prototypes of new gadgets seemed 5 years ago. formally, they began promoting the crossover in 2018. Despite this, the Chinese SUV did not receive the status of a civilian serial car. In 2019, the number of sales was not pleasing – 258 units. They all became official. at the identical time, paintings on finalizing the auto were in full swing, after which BAIC finally announced the beginning of full-fledged sales.

Externally, the Beijing BJ90 has not changed. Overall crossover length – 5171 mm, width – 1995 mm, height – 1902 mm, wheelbase – 3100 mm, which makes it comparable to a German donor. Features of the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GL are visible in the cabin, although there are several differences.

Along with the steering wheel, instruments, climate control unit and ignition switch, the crossover were completely borrowed from the “German”, the crossover received a number of individual solutions. Among them – a large multimedia display in the center of the front panel, electric seat remotes on the central tunnel, and only two rows of seats (Mercedes has three). Moreover, the second row is offered in two versions: two separate seats with an armrest in the middle of a triple sofa.
The engine range of the Beijing BJ90 is a 3.0-liter Twin-Turbo V6 M276 series with a capacity of 333 hp. and the 4.0-liter V8 of the M278 series, developing 422 hp Both units are paired with a 9-speed automatic 9G-Tronic. Drive – permanent full. Also, the Chinese crossover got a pneumatic suspension from the source with the ability to change the ride height.
To 100 km / h, the Beijing BJ90 accelerates: with a V6 engine in 7.8 s, V8 in 6.5 s. Chinese Mercedes priced at 100 – 142 thousand dollars, depending on equipment.