The Bestune T99 is a

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produced by the

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under the brand name

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. It is positioned above the

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History

The FAW Group presented a first preview of the crossover at the

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in April 2019 with the T2 Concept. The 4.80 m long series model was presented in September 2019. The T99 has been on sale in

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since 1 November 2019.

Infotainment

As a special feature, the manufacturer offers the vehicle with a holographic assistant. This assistant displays a holographic image on the dashboard. It supports the driver in essential functions of the vehicle - for example air conditioning control - and is addressed by voice control.

Technical specifications

The T99 is powered by a turbocharged two-liter

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with 165 kW (224 hp). An 8-speed automatic transmission from Shengrui is used. A 6-speed automatic transmission from

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has also been available since June 2020.

References

External links

Official website
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