MUSCAT: For those seeking a car that marries elegance with efficiency, the 2024 Bestune T99 emerges as an exemplary choice. This luxury crossover shines in aesthetics and utility, presenting a fusion of chic design and versatile performance. At its core lies a two-litre turbocharged engine, delivering 220 HP and 340 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. In terms of dimensions, the T99 measures 4800mm in length, 1915mm in width, and 1685mm in height, built on a 2870mm wheelbase.
The 2024 Bestune T99 limousine edition blends luxury with cutting-edge technology, featuring an array of safety and comfort features. It is equipped with a panoramic camera for 3D viewing, lane-keeping assistance, blind spot detection, adaptive cruise control, and forward collision warnings. Enhanced safety comes from the automatic emergency braking system, complemented by front and curtain airbags. This limousine also includes electrically folding mirrors, twin 12.3-inch screens for interactive controls and entertainment, a touchscreen for managing vehicle functions, a sensor-activated trunk lid, and a six-speaker audio system. Its allure is amplified by 19-inch alloy wheels, LED lighting at the front and rear, puddle lamps, and LED daytime running lights. The interior exudes luxury with a panoramic sunroof, leather seats, electric adjustment for the driver’s seat, paddle shifters, push-button start, and an automated parking system.
A spokesperson for Gulf Great Sands (GGS) LLC, official dealers/representatives of Bestune Oman, said, “The Bestune T99 offers an exhilarating driving experience, boasting a comprehensive suite of features, driver assistance systems, sophisticated design, and a richly appointed interior. This vehicle distinguishes itself with its assertive presence, blending exceptional design, cutting-edge technology, and remarkable versatility.”
The premium variant features an impressive array of external attributes, including 20-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and taillights, electrically folding outside rearview mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, and headlamps that automatically adjust to conditions. Internally, it is equipped with leather seats that feature heating and electric adjustments in the front, a telescopic steering wheel, wood interior accents, ambient foot lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control, and rear air conditioning vents. For safety, it includes an auto-hold function, airbags at the front, side, and curtain positions, front parking sensors, and a panoramic camera offering a 3D perspective. It is also kitted out with an automatic boot that remembers your preferred settings, cruise control, a keyless entry system, a sensor-activated trunk lid, and a touchscreen for vehicle operations.
Bestune is owned by the Chinese automaker FAW Group which is ranked 66 among global fortune 500 companies. FAW Group produces and distributes passenger cars, commercial trucks, and buses. Established in 1953, the company is China’s oldest and largest automotive company. Bestune is positioned as a mid-to-high-end brand in the mainstream automobile market.
About FAW-BESTUNE Group
Founded in 1953, FAW Group employs 175,000 people around the world and sells products in over 70 countries and has five production bases and 14 factories. FAW is a diversified maker of quality automobiles with total sales in excess of seven million vehicles worldwide. FAW maintains the lead market position within China while continuing to expand into new international markets, executing a carefully planned strategy to build a comprehensive global organization. FAW takes advantage of the latest cutting-edge technologies, process, and management practices to bring customers the latest in automobile world.
Adhering to FAW Group’s long history of automobile manufacturing, Bestune brand is representative of high-quality performance. Bestune brand is present in 30 countries including Latin America, Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Bestune has won several prestigious automobile awards which demonstrates its strong comprehensive strength in performance, research and development.
Bestune’s factory covers an area of 270,000 square meters, with a construction area of 200,000 square meters. The production capacity can reach 200,000 vehicles per year. The factory includes four workshops of stamping, welding, painting, and assembly. Most of the internal production equipment is imported from Europe. With a highly automated production line, it’s a Chinese automobile production base of leading high quality and high level.
FAW- Research & Development (R&D)
Following the principle of “developing original and innovative technologies”, FAW Group has continuously infused powerful technology vitality into new Bestune brand and established a global R&D. FAW has established a global R&D layout and organized a global R&D team with more than 5,000 top technologists. The R&D system is seen in nine regions of three countries in the world, focusing on innovations and breakthroughs in pioneering design, new energy vehicles, artificial intelligence, 5G application, new materials and process, and intelligent manufacturing.
FAW Group – Joint Venture in China
Founded on February 6th, 1991, FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as FAW-Volkswagen) is a large joint venture passenger vehicle manufacturer founded by China FAW Group Corporation, German Volkswagen AG, AUDI AG, and Volkswagen (China) Investment Co., Ltd. It is the first modernized passenger vehicle manufacturer established in China with eight professional production plants.
On August 29, 2002, FAW Group Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation signed a significant agreement in Beijing at the Great Hall of the People, to establish a strategic and long-term relationship for joint co-operation. Thereafter, the two parties commenced a wide scope of joint activities including wide-scale production of Toyota products in China and related transfers of technology.
FAW – Strategic Cooperation
FAW Group Corporation (FAW) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Chinese internet giant Tencent, at the FAW headquarters in Changchun. According to the agreement, Based on the previous comprehensive cooperation on digital transformation, the two sides will build a “FAW-Tencent Joint Lab”. The joint laboratory will focus on the core technologies and applications in the fields of autonomous driving development platform, automobile cloud-based platform, internet of vehicles to explore and enhance the core technology application in the new stage of digital upgrading of automobile industry, and jointly create the new value for mobility services.
With an objective to enhance customer service and convenience, Gulf Great Sands (GGS) LLC, official dealers/representatives of Bestune Oman, has announced the relocation of its showroom to a new, larger/more spacious facility in Al Qurum.
