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  As we know by now, Chinese vehicles have been on a constant rise in South Africa which is indicative of more of them flooding our roads as they constantly evolve and improve. Offering sleek modern designs at affordable prices, the new brands from the Far East are starting to get into their strides with BAIC dealers getting X55 SUVs produced in South Africa!  The X55 is a compact SUV and the new flagship model for the BAIC brand. The stylish newcomer boasts a seamless and elegant design which demonstrates how BAIC has prioritised aesthetics and the pursuit of the original design. The exterior is reminiscent of other vehicles on the market but one that particularly stands out is the Kia EV6 which it shares many similarities with. Power comes from a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine that produces 130 kW of power and 305 N.m of torque paired to a 7-speed DCT transmission, sending power to the front wheels. The Beijing X55 will go from 0-100 km/h in 7,8 seconds. Book an X55 SUV test...

It's yet another sign that Chinese manufacturers are preparing to dominate the local auto market. Absa has entered into a vehicle finance alliance agreement with Chinese carmaker BAIC SA, the local subsidiary of the Beijing Automotive Group Co. BAIC recently launched their highly regarded X55 luxury SUV and established a state-of-the-art manufacturing and assembly plant in the Coega Industrial Development Zone near Gqeberha. With the growing popularity of Chinese cars, Absa is hoping this finance partnership with BAIC will see an increase in its share of financed vehicles sold in the country, a distinct possibility given that the aforementioned BAIC X55 was the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists' 2023 'SA Car of the Year' in the Compact SUV category. Test drive the X55 at  BAIC Alberton ! "We are honoured to partner with an automotive player that has invested in the growth of our Continent, aligned with our values as a purpose-led pan-African bank. We look...