Table of contents:
- Specifications
- Options and prices
- Safety
- Handling and off-road performance
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Design
- Sales start
- Competitors
2023 Author: Charles Youmans | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-20 18:41
Chinese manufacturers are tightly engaged in the Russian automotive market, as it is considered promising for the sale of models from the Middle Kingdom, given the financial capabilities of citizens, who for the most part cannot afford expensive Japanese and German brands. At the moment, the Chinese have offered many interesting cars, among which the FAV Besturn X40 2022 cross can be distinguished. This crossover is sold in two trim levels Basic and Luxury at a price of 1,242,000 - 1,361,000 rubles. The model can be compared with such foreign cars as Hyundai Creta, Mazda CX-30, Kia Seltos, Renault Kaptur.
Specifications
In the Russian automotive market, the compact crossover FAV Besturn X40 2022 is being sold, which boasts rich configurations in terms of equipment and an affordable price. This model in a new body has a spectacular appearance (you can evaluate the interior and exterior from the photo in the article), however, first of all, the technical characteristics should be assessed, since, unlike competitors, the Chinese are individual and can differ significantly, even in the case of with similar cars.
This "Chinese" is sold in Russia with one uncontested power unit. We are talking about a 1.6-liter gasoline "aspirated" engine with a yield of 108 hp. and 155 N * m of torque. A 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission is used as a transmission. On sale you can find only front-wheel drive models that have the following dimensions:
- length - 4 310 mm;
- width - 1,780 mm;
- height - 1 680 mm;
- wheelbase - 2 600 mm;
- clearance - 190 mm;
- curb weight - 1,500 kg.
In this case, we are talking about a five-seater car, which received a spacious luggage compartment of 375 liters. A capacious fuel tank with a volume of 50 liters is placed on the cross, which provides a good power reserve, given the average consumption of 6, 2 - 6, 5 liters. AI-92 gasoline is used as fuel. The model is distinguished by not the best dynamics and a maximum speed of 173 km / h. The cross complies with the Euro-5 environmental standard.
Options and prices
The Chinese SUV FAV Besturn X40 2022 can be found in the Russian automotive market in two trim levels Basic and Luxury, while the latter is presented in two modifications. The cost of a car ranges from 1,242,000 to 1,361,000 rubles. The technical equipment and the selected type of transmission have a noticeable effect on the price tag.
Basic
"Chinese" in the basic configuration will cost a potential buyer 1,242,000 rubles. This car is equipped only with a manual transmission and boasts such options as:
- electric power steering;
- 17-inch aluminum rims;
- hand parking brake;
- halogen headlights;
- LED daytime running lights;
- rear "fog lights" and an additional brake light;
- light and outside air temperature sensors;
- outside mirrors with electric drive and electric heating;
- heated rear window;
- roof rails;
- steering column adjustable in vertical position;
- leather seat upholstery;
- front seats with lumbar support;
- electric driver's seat;
- heated front seats;
- power windows front and rear;
- front and side airbags;
- tire pressure monitoring system;
- rear parking sensors;
- manual air conditioner;
- audio system for 4 speakers;
- multimedia system with a full 8-inch LCD screen;
- mirrors in sun visors;
- standard immobilizer;
- full size spare wheel.
Since we are talking about a modern Chinese car FAW Besturn X40 2022, you should not be surprised that even in the basic version, the cross can be retrofitted with some options for a fee.
Luxury
A more interesting variation of the crossover, which is sold with a choice of manual and automatic transmissions with a price tag of 1,310,000 and 1,361,000 rubles, respectively. The equipment of the cross includes such additional options as: LED taillights, an electric sunroof, remote control central locking, an audio system with 6 speakers, a rear-view camera, a self-dimming salon mirror.
Options and prices (summary table)
| # | Equipment | Model years | Cost, rub. | Drive unit | Transmission | Engine, cc cm | Max. speed, km / h | Combined fuel consumption in l / 100 km | Acceleration from 0 to 100, s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.6 MT Basic | 2019 - | 947 000 | Front | MT-5 | 1598 | 173 | 6, 2 | None |
| 2 | 1.6 MT Luxury | 2019 - | 997 000 | Front | MT-5 | 1598 | 173 | 6, 2 | None |
| 3 | 1.6 AT Luxury | 2019 - | 1 046 000 | Front | AT-6 | 1598 | 168 | 6, 5 | 14 |
* - information on prices is for reference only. Check with your local dealer for the exact cost.
Safety
When choosing a car, future owners pay special attention to safety. This is extremely important given the rapid increase in the number of accidents on public roads and the regular increase in the number of vehicles. In this regard, the crossover can be called a strong middle peasant, which has received some electronic systems, as well as four airbags, three-point belts with clamps and tensioners, fastenings for ISOFIX child seats and the ERA-GLONASS system.
Separately, it is worth talking about the fact that this model may well boast of a strong body, which can fully protect the motorist and his companions in an accident. The model achieved a five-star rating in C-NCAP crash tests.
Handling and off-road performance
Since we are talking about a front-wheel drive compact SUV, albeit with an impressive ground clearance, you should not consider this car as a universal vehicle. The off-road characteristics of the "Chinese" are no better than those of the Russian cross-hatch Lada X-Ray. Of course, the model will be able to cope with some obstacles on its way, however, this is not a reason to go off-road on its own.
The advantage of the model is that it is equipped with a reliable, moderately stiff and unpretentious suspension, which is more suitable for urban use. In the city, the car feels comfortable, obediently reacts to the steering, and in addition, it allows the driver not to notice small artificial irregularities in its path.
Advantages and disadvantages
When evaluating this Chinese budget crossover, you should pay attention to the main advantages of the car, as well as to the obvious disadvantages, which could not be avoided. The pluses include the following:
- moderate fuel consumption in the combined cycle;
- compliance with the Euro-5 standard;
- attractive appearance and interior;
- rich technical equipment for the "state employee";
- use of AI-92 gasoline:
- good handling.
This model was not without obvious flaws, which include mediocre dynamics, a meager motor line, as well as a modest number of complete sets on sale.
Design
It is worth noting that the Chinese cross FAW Besturn X40 2022 in terms of appearance is not an amazing and spectacular model, however, it looks more preferable against the background of most of the “classmates”. The design of the car was thought out to the smallest detail, which, in principle, is characteristic of all modern "Chinese". It is impossible to highlight any shortcomings in the exterior. The car looks exactly as any modern vehicle should look, albeit in the budget price segment.
If you pay attention to the interior of the car, then you will not be able to highlight something worthwhile. Yes, there is a practical placement of the main controls inside, all the necessary devices are located at hand, however, something special that could not be found in competitors is definitely not found here.
Sales start
The Chinese crossover FAW Besturn X40 is sold in the Russian automotive market in the first generation. This model is not new, and has been in the series for a long time. The cross was presented to the public in November 2016, and the "Chinese" appeared on the free sale only in June 2019. Cross is not very popular with potential buyers, however, there is a demand for this car.
Competitors
Mid-size crossovers are in demand, which is why this segment of the market is filled with numerous models - competitors for the FAW Besturn X40. Among them, it should be noted separately:
- Kia Seltos;
- Hyundai Creta;
- Renault Kaptur;
- Mazda CX-30.