The B30e Dune only has 2 variants: 2WD and 4WD. There are minimal differences between the two and the biggest disparity is in power. Both have a 1.5-liter turbo engine paired with the hybrid system and a 2-speed hybrid transmission. The 2WD has a single electric motor for the front wheels while the 4WD has 2 electric motors for both axles. The 2WD trim has a total of 329 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque, while the 4WD has 403 horsepower and 685 Nm of torque allowing it to go 0-100 km/h in 6.9 secs. Other advantages of the 4WD trim are Muddy and Wading Drive Modes and Real-Time Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.

It’s size is in between compact crossovers and mid-sized SUVs. It measures 4,730 mm long, 1,910 mm wide, 1,790 mm tall, has a 2,820 mm wheelbase and a ground clearance of 215 mm. Both are fitted with 235/60R19 tires. They also have an approach angle of 24.5 degrees and a departure angle of 30 degrees, with a 450 mm wading depth.

In terms of looks, the B30e Dune has an imposing stance and a boxy silhouette like the other B-series BAICs. It makes itself distinct from its brothers by having a floating roof design and a new front face aesthetic. Instead of a standard grille, it has a Wraparound LED DRL assembly that stretches to the headlights that are automatic and self-leveling.

The 4x4 trim has an additional step board while the rear is made simple by having minimal contours. What made it refreshing is the gloss black upper portion and just the right amount of silver accent on the rear bumper.

The B30e Dune’s cabin has two motifs: one in Gray with Light Green, and the other is Black with Orange, though the latter is available only with the White B30e. The dashboard has a very clean layout as most controls have been put inside the 14.6-inch touchscreen that has Smartphone Mirroring. The same goes for the center console that only features the wireless charger, buttons for the Push Start and Electronic Parking Brake, covered cup holders, shifter, and rotary knob for the drive modes.

Second row occupants will be treated to lots of space in all directions. There’s lots of headroom, elbow room and legroom. Rear air vents are present, as well as a single charging port, and center armrest with cupholders. What’s great about the B30e Dune is the rear seats have two options of folding. You can either fold them in a standard way, with the backrest still on an angle, or totally flat.

No compromise was done in terms of safety. The 2WD and 4WD iterations of the B30e Dune get the same safety features including ADAS. They have Integrated Cruise Assist, Lane Keep Systems, Intelligent High Beam Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Rear Collision Warning among others.

The new BAIC B30e Dune is now available in all BAIC showrooms nationwide starting at P 1,488,000 for the 4x2 and P 1,788,000 for the 4x4. It comes with a 5-year or 150,000-kilometer warranty (whichever comes first) and is available in Jet Black, Light Gray, Matte Platinum Gray, Moss Green, and Pearl White. 

See it for yourself here in SM Mall of Asia until September 22, 2024.