Official sales of the FAW Bestune B70 liftback line are slated to begin at the end of March, according to two independent voices within the dealer network who spoke with socialbites.ca. These insiders indicated that shipments to showrooms would start in the coming week, signaling a concrete step toward market availability after a period of anticipation. The timing of the official price reveal was described as imminent, with pricing guidance suggesting a range of 2.6 to 2.8 million rubles for standard models. Buyers can expect two engine options: a 1.5-liter unit generating 168 horsepower and a 2.0-liter option delivering 223 horsepower. In total, four configurations will be offered, giving potential customers multiple trims to choose from based on features and preferred performance.
Industry insiders also noted that the B70 will arrive with a traditional hydro-mechanical automatic transmission. The initial wave of deliveries is projected to include the higher trim levels, underscoring the brand’s plan to showcase its more feature-rich variants first. A three-year or 100,000-kilometer official warranty accompanies these vehicles, aligning with common warranty practices in the market and providing buyers with a solid assurance period as they explore the new model.
There was additional speculation among sources about the pricing of the top configuration. One informant suggested that the most fully loaded version, equipped with the 2.0-liter engine, could be priced at approximately 2.85 million rubles. The equipment list for this premium variant reportedly includes LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, a leather interior, both front and rear parking sensors, and a panoramic sunroof, enhancing comfort and safety for daily driving and longer journeys alike.
Historically, the FAW Bestune B70 had limited presence in Russia, largely existing in dealer-imported form rather than through formal regional distribution. Prior to the current rollout, the model’s market availability relied on independent dealer efforts, with imports occasionally shifting between different brands as the market evolved. This context helps explain why the forthcoming official sales push is noteworthy, signaling a shift toward more structured distribution and support for customers who choose the B70.
Looking back, it is clear that the Russian market has also seen a variety of models brought in by dealers on a case-by-case basis. For example, there were periods when the Volkswagen Lavida was introduced by dealers, with production centered in China, illustrating the broader pattern of import-driven introductions that has characterized several segments of the market. The forthcoming B70 launch, by contrast, represents a more formal pathway for a Chinese-made vehicle entering the market with official dealer networks, anticipated service and warranty provisions, and standardized pricing across channels.