FAW Bestune Bestune B70S

The Bestune B70S is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive compact crossover coupé SUV developed by FAW Bestune. Serving as a flagship testbed under the marque's youth-centric brand strategy, the model marries crossover liftback DNA with FAW's Infinite Equation FMA modular architecture. With its aggressively styled aesthetic and tech-forward "Guochao" appointments, it represents the brand's push into both niche lifestyle segments and high-potential emerging overseas markets.

Model Overview 

The Bestune B70S is marketed as a compact crossover coupé SUV. Within China's youth-oriented SUV space, it holds the distinction of being "FAW's first proprietary coupé SUV". Its key appeal lies in a "Crossover Coupé" profile that blends hot-hatch driving dynamics, fastback styling, and elevated ground clearance, accentuated by aggressive aero-inspired body kits, an integrated three-screen digital cockpit (complete with a dedicated climate control touchscreen), and an iconic 3D holographic virtual interactive assistant. Priced between RM109,900 and RM142,900, the B70S is aimed squarely at Gen Z buyers seeking distinctive design and sporty road presence over conventional, boxy SUV silhouettes.

Development History 

The Bestune B70S debuted at a pivotal point in FAW Bestune's brand repositioning. Following its global unveiling at the Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2021, the model entered series production at FAW's Weishan plant in Jilin in February 2022, pioneering the brand's digital-first retail model of "online bespoke booking with transparent showroom delivery". The B70S went on sale in China in March 2022, with FAW later expanding the lineup in July 2022 by introducing factory-customised variants like the "Black Warrior Co-Creation Edition" to tap into the aftermarket tuning culture.

As the domestic compact SUV space transitioned aggressively into plug-in hybrids, FAW Bestune redirected its pure-ICE platform toward export markets under Bestune International rather than engaging in prolonged domestic price wars. Between 2024 and 2026, the Bestune B70S made significant headway across the Middle East (including the UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan) and Central Asia. Through continuous model-year updates, the lineup established dedicated export grades such as "Premium" and "Limo", carving out a steady foothold across key international regions.

Market Performance 

The Bestune B70S has increasingly transitioned into an export-led offering. In its home market, strong competitive pressure from mainstream brands in the RM100,000 hybrid SUV category has kept local sales modest. Conversely, in ICE-dominant markets like the Middle East, the B70S has found strong footing through its high-spec, value-driven proposition. Dealership data up to 2026 places retail pricing across the UAE and Kuwait at around USD 21,000 to USD 25,000. Praised by regional motoring media and young buyers for its sharp exterior styling and premium cabin appointments—highlighted by leather and Alcantara upholstery—the B70S is widely regarded as a value-packed, design-forward crossover. Backed by a 5-star C-NCAP safety rating and an extensive 5-year/150,000 km regional warranty, it maintains healthy appeal among younger overseas drivers.

Core Technology 

The Bestune B70S features a low-slung, wide-track profile measuring 4,555 mm long, 1,850 mm wide, and 1,515 mm tall, riding on a 2,750 mm wheelbase. Kerb weight ranges from 1,500 kg to 1,560 kg, while practical cargo storage is accessed via a wide-aperture powered liftback tailgate.

Powertrain and driveline specifications:

1.5T Powertrain: Entry and volume variants run on FAW's in-house 1.5-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol engine (CA4GB15TD-30), rated at 124 kW (169 PS / 168 hp) and 258 Nm of torque. Power is delivered through a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (7DCT), returning a rated combined fuel consumption of around 6.7 L/100 km.

2.0T Powertrain: Performance-oriented variants upgrade to FAW's 2.0-litre inline-four high-output turbo-petrol unit, delivering 165 kW (224 PS) and 340 Nm of torque. Paired with an Aisin 6-speed torque-converter automatic (6AT), it completes the 0–100 km/h sprint in under eight seconds. 

Chassis: The B70S adopts a front-engine, front-wheel-drive (FF) configuration built on the high-rigidity FMA platform. Suspension duties are handled by front MacPherson struts and a rear multi-link independent setup, with bespoke damping tuned to provide greater ride suppleness and body roll control compared to the brand's T77 crossover. 

Inside, the digital cockpit incorporates a multi-display layout, comprising a 7-inch (12.3-inch on higher trims) digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch floating infotainment touchscreen, and a secondary 7-inch lower LCD panel for climate control and vehicle settings. Export models feature native Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Standard safety includes 6 airbags alongside a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite featuring Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Traffic Jam Assist (TJA).

Future Plans 

In line with FAW Bestune's broader global roadmap, hardware development for the ICE-powered B70S has shifted toward ongoing software maintenance and export compliance. Near-term priorities centre on localising infotainment voice suites across multiple regional languages and adapting to regional carbon emissions and homologation standards. R&D teams continue to assess technical viability for potential right-hand-drive (RHD) markets, alongside fine-tuning exhaust thermal management and ECU calibration maps to satisfy increasingly stringent emissions limits across the Middle East and South America, ensuring sustained compliance throughout its lifecycle.