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    BAIC X55

    The new BAIC X55 is a medium SUV available in New Zealand from $34,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads).

    There is 1 variant of the X55 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2026.

    The new X55 is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.

    The BAIC X55 is only available with a petrol engine that produces 138kW and 305Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $34,990†
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $34,990†
    Transmission
    7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    BAIC X55

    BAIC X55

    Available Variants

    The BAIC X55 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Premium and the most expensive being Premium.

    Premium

    Price from $34,990†

    BAIC X55

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    Pros

    • A lot of car for the money
    • Practical second row
    • Handsome looker

    Cons

    • Drivetrain shortcomings
    • Middling fuel economy
    • Lack of Android Auto, safety kit
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    Power to Weight
    89.03 kW/t
    66.3 kW/t
    170.06 kW/t
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.7 L/100km
    0.7 L/100km
    8.6 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    688 km
    688 km
    7,857 km
    Warranty (Years)
    7 years
    3 years
    10 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    New this year
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,970 kg
    1,970 kg
    2,865 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    160 mm
    145 mm
    220 mm
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    BAIC X55

    Historical Information

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    2026
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    Premium

    2026

    $34,990

    Year
    2026
    Engine Type
    1.5L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    138 kW

    BAIC X55

    Dimensions

    4,620 mm
    1,886 mm
    1,680 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,620 mm
    Overall Width1,886 mm
    Overall Height1,680 mm
    Wheelbase2,735 mm
    Load Capacity420 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    BAIC X55

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BAIC X55 is the Premium variant that starts from $34,990.

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    The most expensive BAIC X55 is the Premium variant that starts from $34,990.

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    The largest BAIC X55 is the Premium variant which measures 1886mm wide, 4620mm in length and sits 1680mm tall.

    The most powerful BAIC X55 is the Premium variant which has 138kW of power and 305nm of torque.

    The heaviest BAIC X55 is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1970 kg.

    The BAIC X55 uses Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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