The SAIC MAXUS D60 is a mid-size SUV produced by SAIC MAXUS Automotive Co., Ltd. (known as "SAIC MAXUS"). Officially launched in July 2019 and built on SAIC's MERA modular platform, the model represents a key addition to the brand's passenger car lineup. Marketed as a "customisable mid-size SUV for everyone", the D60 highlights its C2B smart customisation model, versatile seating configurations, and intelligent tech features, primarily targeting family buyers and younger drivers looking for personalisation. As of May 2026, the on-sale lineup is led by the 2023 model year, with official recommended retail prices ranging from RM115,800 to RM159,800, offering 5-seater, 6-seater, and 7-seater configurations for buyers to choose from.
Positioned as a mid-size family SUV, the D60's core selling points centre around its distinctive "Zhi Ju Ba Fang" design language, C2B smart customisation model, versatile seating layouts, and ADAS active safety suite. Geared towards family-oriented motorists, its direct rivals include mainstream segment competitors such as the Changan CS75 PLUS, Geely Boyue PRO, and Haval H6. At its initial launch, the D60 debuted with eight variants priced between RM93,800 and RM167,800 (spanning base custom builds to fully loaded flagships), before the range was subsequently streamlined to focus primarily on the Comfort Edition. Under the bonnet, the entire range is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission in a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout.
The exterior styling of the D60 carries over design cues from the MAXUS TARANTULA concept car, adopting the brand's signature "Zhi Ju Ba Fang" family face. Up front, it features an octagonal dot-matrix grille available in three distinct finishes: "Chrome Starry", "Cool Black Starry", and "Dark Web". Flanking the grille are slim "Big Dipper Eye" full-LED headlamps housing three parallel LED projector units, complemented by vertically stacked tri-LED fog lamp clusters below for a sharp, aggressive front fascia. Down the sides, a prominent character line runs continuously from the front wings to the taillights, paired with a floating roof design and large alloy wheels for well-balanced proportions. Around the back, the SUV sports a full-width LED light bar with diamond-faceted taillights, centered with the "MAXUS" wordmark, and features an industry-first "Li Sao" welcome lighting sequence offering four selectable lighting animations. In terms of dimensions, the D60 measures 4,720 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width, and 1,736 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,760 mm. Inside, the cabin adopts a two-tone red-and-black motif centred around a large portrait-oriented touchscreen, accompanied by a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and an electronic gear selector, delivering build quality that is on par with expectations in its class.
Powering the D60 across the range is a transversely mounted 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine driving the front wheels. Performance figures vary across model years: the 2023 version produces a maximum output of 133 kW (approx. 181 hp) and a peak torque of 285 Nm; earlier iterations were rated at 124 kW (approx. 169 hp) and 250 Nm. Power is transferred to the wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) (a dry DCT in early batches, upgraded to a wet DCT on the 2023 model, depending on specification). The vehicle accomplishes the 0-100 km/h sprint in roughly 11.12 seconds, with a top speed of 185 km/h. Tested under the WLTC combined cycle, fuel consumption is rated at around 7.9 L/100 km, with a 58-litre fuel tank compatible with minimum RON 92 petrol. In the mid-size SUV category, this powertrain sits at an entry-level standard—adequate for everyday commuting, though lacking punch under spirited driving.
The D60 utilises a front-engine, front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout underpinned by an all-round independent suspension setup, featuring MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link setup at the rear. Co-developed and tuned alongside British automotive engineering consultancy MIRA, the suspension handles road imperfections with commendable pliancy, effectively absorbing vibrations over speed humps and uneven asphalt to maintain passenger comfort. Steering is managed by an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, offering light manoeuvrability at town speeds, progressive weighting on motorways, and precise directional response. The overall chassis dynamics are tuned primarily for family comfort without feeling overly floaty, transmitting adequate road feedback while keeping body roll in check through bends. Braking is handled by ventilated discs at the front and solid discs at the rear, with an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) fitted as standard across the board. Higher-spec variants can be optioned with 19-inch sporty cyclone-style alloy wheels wrapped in Continental tyres.
The D60 is offered in 5-door 5-seater, 6-seater (2+2+2), and 7-seater (2+3+2) layouts to cater to diverse family motoring needs. Courtesy of the generous 2,760 mm wheelbase, the 5-seater version offers plenty of legroom across both rows; meanwhile, the third row in 6- and 7-seater models is somewhat tight, making it best suited for children or short-distance emergency journeys. The digital cockpit is a major equipment highlight. Top-spec variants are equipped with a 14-inch HD portrait touchscreen infotainment display paired with a 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster, delivering a high-tech dual-screen interface. Buyers can choose between two software platforms: the Zebra Zhixing OS co-developed by SAIC and Alibaba, or SAIC's proprietary Spider Connectivity System, both supporting vehicle diagnostics, online media streaming, smart home connectivity, and intelligent voice commands. The system also supports Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, with upgrade support to Zebra 3.0. Other creature comforts on premium grades include a Qi wireless charging pad, a powered tailgate, a panoramic sunroof with opening function (0.86 m² glass area), power-adjustable seats, and heated front seats.
On the safety front, the D60 is equipped with a thorough suite of active and passive protection systems. Passive safety features standard across the range include dual front airbags, front side airbags, and front/rear curtain airbags (up to 7 airbags on higher grades), underpinned by an ultra-high-strength unibody structure. Active safety items standard across the lineup comprise Bosch Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), front and rear parking sensors, and a 180° wide-angle reverse camera. For driver assistance, the D60 is equipped with SAIC's Level 2.5 ADAS suite, encompassing: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with vehicle and pedestrian detection, Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (with departure warning and lane-tracing assist), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), a 360° surround-view camera, and Automated Parking Assist (APA). Additionally, the D60 features an AI-based driver monitoring system, enabling near-Level 3 semi-autonomous highway cruising under controlled motorway conditions.
The D60's overall sales performance has consistently fallen short of expectations. Registration figures reveal that total annual sales for 2024 amounted to only 73 units, with July 2024 recording just 30 deliveries; full-year sales in 2023 stood at only 347 units; between January and September 2022, cumulative volume was around 1,838 units, averaging roughly 200 units per month; while full-year 2021 sales totaled approximately 2,213 units. Consequently, its monthly sales ranking in the competitive SUV segment has long lingered outside the top 90. From user and motoring media reviews, the D60 earned praise for its striking exterior design, C2B customisation options, and practical seating layouts; however, common criticisms were aimed at its weak brand presence, sluggish off-the-line throttle response from the 1.5T engine, transmission judder/hesitation at low speeds, cramped third-row space, strong cabin odour in new cars, intrusive wind and road noise at highway cruising speeds, as well as isolated quality complaints regarding engine components, tailgate mechanisms, and sunroof weatherstripping. In the hotly contested RM100,000 to RM150,000 SUV price bracket, established segment leaders like the Changan CS75 PLUS, Geely Boyue PRO, and Haval H6 held distinct advantages in product package and brand equity, preventing the D60 from making meaningful market inroads. By 2025, the model had largely been relegated to the market sidelines, with showroom offerings limited mainly to the 2023 model year and no direct replacement planned, marking the final stage of its product lifecycle.
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