The SAIC MAXUS G90 is the flagship full-size luxury MPV under SAIC MAXUS. Since its launch in April 2022, the G90 has been positioned as a "large intelligent luxury MPV", primarily catering to corporate executive transport and affluent family mobility needs. As the brand's technical showcase in the premium MPV segment, the G90 complements the all-electric flagship MIFA 9, together establishing the brand's dual-flagship strategy in the MPV market.
The MAXUS G90 is positioned as a full-size (large) MPV, measuring 5,280 mm × 1,998 mm × 1,845 mm, with an extensive 3,200 mm wheelbase. Highlighted as a "full-size smart luxury MPV", its key selling points include class-leading cabin space utilisation, first-class airline-style second-row captain seats, an intelligent digital cockpit headlined by a seamless triple-screen layout, and world-class standards in NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) refinement and passive safety. It serves as a flagship showcase of the brand's high-end manufacturing capabilities and connected mobility technologies.
The G90 marks a crucial step in SAIC MAXUS's MPV division transitioning towards an upscale, technology-driven portfolio:
Debut and Launch (2022): In April 2022, the G90 officially entered the Chinese passenger car market. Serving as the petrol-powered counterpart to the MIFA 9, it plugged the brand's gap in the luxury petrol MPV segment priced above RM200,000 to RM300,000, signifying SAIC MAXUS's strategic evolution from commercial utility vehicles to the executive passenger vehicle arena.
Global Expansion (2023–2024): Driven by rebounding global demand for full-size MPVs, the G90 accelerated its export rollout across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other key international markets under badges such as the MAXUS G90 or MIFA (petrol version), meeting stringent crash safety standards.
Intelligent Iteration (2025 to Present): By 2026, regular model updates brought continuous upgrades to the Spider OS infotainment system, deeply integrating on-device large AI models to enhance proactive in-cabin voice and digital interactions. The powertrain continues with the 2.0T+48V mild-hybrid setup, with further optimisations to thermal and combustion efficiency.
In its domestic market, the G90 has secured a solid standing among corporate fleet buyers and affluent families thanks to its superior cabin comfort and "C2B personalised bespoke customisation" options. Despite fierce rivalry from established contenders like the Buick GL8 and new energy MPVs, the G90, backed by generous cabin space and high-value intelligent features, remains a pivotal model driving both brand profitability and brand equity. In overseas markets, the G90 serves as a prime example of Chinese automakers "going global" in the luxury MPV segment, establishing a positive benchmark for China's premium automotive manufacturing.
Powertrain: Powered by a 2.0T turbocharged petrol engine paired with a 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system, producing a maximum output of 172 kW and a peak torque of 390 Nm, mated to an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission. This drivetrain balances the smooth, linear power delivery demanded of an executive MPV with enhanced stop-start fuel economy at low speeds.
Intelligent Cockpit: Up front, the dashboard features an integrated panoramic triple-screen array (digital instrument cluster + infotainment display + front passenger touchscreen), powered by the Spider OS 2.0 operating system. The second row is lavishly appointed with power-adjustable Ottoman captain seats featuring ventilation, heating, massage, and leg rests, complemented by backrest-mounted foldable tray tables and independent rear-seat entertainment screens.
Chassis & Safety: Built on a front MacPherson strut and rear five-link independent suspension layout, specifically tuned for a plush and composed ride. On the safety front, the G90 is engineered to meet five-star Euro NCAP and Australian ANCAP standards, featuring an ultra-high proportion of high-strength steel in its monocoque shell alongside comprehensive passive safety equipment, including front-centre (far-side) airbags.
NVH Engineering: Utilising multi-layer acoustic glass all around and extensive sound-deadening insulation materials, the cabin achieves a "library-quiet" ambiance, significantly enhancing overall refinement for executive travel.
Moving forward, the SAIC MAXUS G90 will continue to pursue its "intelligent evolution". R&D efforts will focus on upgrading the digital in-cabin ecosystem and integrating more proactive AI-driven services. In parallel, to comply with progressively stricter global emissions regulations, the brand will build on its proven platform architecture to further refine the calibration and efficiency of its mild-hybrid powertrain while deepening market localisation abroad, ensuring it maintains its benchmark position as a premium "Chinese luxury MPV" in the executive mobility segment.
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