Beijing BJ30 Traveler 2026: price, specs and hybrid power output

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At the Chengdu Auto Show, SPEEDME.RU got a first look at the Beijing BJ30 Traveler, one of the most affordable models in BAIC's off-road lineup. At first glance, it looks like just another boxy Chinese SUV, but technically the BJ30 sits closer to a family crossover: it has an independent rear suspension, and base versions are front-wheel drive.

The car measures 4,730 mm long, 1,910 mm wide and 1,790 mm tall, with a 2,820 mm wheelbase. Ground clearance reaches 215 mm, and the approach and departure angles are 25 and 30 degrees respectively. Gasoline versions are also available with a seven-seat cabin.

The base powertrain is a 1.5-liter turbo engine making 188 hp and 305 Nm, paired with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive. The hybrid is far more interesting: in front-drive form the system produces 335 hp and 550 Nm, while the all-wheel-drive version reaches 409 hp and 685 Nm. The 4WD model also gets the ATS all-terrain control system with multiple driving modes.

In China, the standard BJ30 Traveler is priced at 99,900–136,900 yuan (roughly $14,000–$19,200). The newer High Gloss trims go up to 139,900 yuan, or about $19,600. Dealer promotions in China can push the starting price of certain trims as low as 69,900 yuan, or around $9,800, though those deals are tied to local incentives and trade-in programs.

What stands out most about the BJ30 is the gap between how it looks and what it actually is. It has the stance of a body-on-frame off-roader but is essentially a more versatile crossover underneath, with a roomy cabin and an efficient hybrid setup. The 409 hp version, in particular, makes this relatively affordable model noticeably more interesting than most familiar family SUVs.

The Chengdu Motor Show 2026 itself runs from August 21 to 30. Spread across roughly 220,000 square meters, it brings together nearly 120 car brands and about 1,600 vehicles.