Maxus D90 MAX: Key Features, Performance and Off-Road Capability Explained

Saudi Arabia: Maxus D90 MAX is a Chinese brand’s 7-seater SUV. It arrives with a high-torque diesel engine and a complex off-road system aimed at challenging the segment’s established order. This full-size, seven-seater luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV)  pairs a high-torque diesel engine and a complex off-road system aimed at challenging the segment’s established order. The Maxus D90 MAX targets family buyers who require genuine off-road capability, with a luxury-appointed interior and a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. A 10-year unlimited mileage warranty provides a significant statement of intent in the competitive GCC market.

Quick read:

• The engine is a 2.0T diesel producing 214 HP and 500 Nm of torque.
• Features an ATS2.0 all-terrain system with 10 fixed and 27 combination modes.
• Standard equipment includes 7 leather seats, a 12.3-inch screen, and a panoramic sunroof.

Diesel Power & Transmission Pairing

Engine & Performance	Details
Engine	2.0-litre turbodiesel
Max Power	214 HP
Max Torque	500 Nm
Transmission	8-speed ZF automatic
Fuel Efficiency	9.1 L/100 km (approx. 10.9 km/L)
Transmission Efficiency Gain	Over 10%
Engine Efficiency Gain	Up to 8%

The ATS2.0 All-Terrain System

The core of the D90 MAX’s off-road hardware is its ATS2.0 all-terrain system. Unlike simpler dial-a-mode 4x4s, this setup provides a significant degree of customisation. The driver has access to 10 pre-configured fixed modes for common surfaces like sand, mud, and rock. The system’s real depth comes from its 27 possible combination modes. Via this, the driver can fine-tune throttle response, transmission behaviour, and traction control intervention to match highly specific conditions. The hardware includes differential locks and a dedicated creep mode for low-speed, high-control crawling over obstacles for serious work. This level of electronic control is designed to give the D90 MAX a technical edge in the wadis and dunes of the Kingdom, moving beyond the capabilities of a standard all-wheel-drive system.

Interior & Safety Credentials

Inside, the D90 MAX is configured as a three-row, 7-seater with leather upholstery as standard. The cabin’s Interior & Safety Credentials include: 

• Seating: Three-row, 7-seater configuration
• Upholstery: Leather upholstery as standard
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch floating smart touchscreen display
• Sunroof: Large panoramic sunroof
• Audio: 8-speaker sound system
• Lighting: LED headlamps and taillights
• Electric Tailgate: Four opening methods:
  • Key fob
  • Interior switch
  • Exterior touchpad
  • Hands-free kick sensor
• Safety Rating: 5-star ANCAP rating
• Warranty: 10-year, unlimited-mileage warranty

Saudi & GCC Perspective

The D90 MAX presents a rare formula for Saudi Arabian buyers. It brings a combination of a diesel engine, a sophisticated multi-mode terrain system, and a 7-seat luxury interior. Most choices in the category ask buyers to choose between a comfortable family hauler or a more spartan off-roader. It brings the following to the Saudi market: 

• Off-Road Capability: ATS2.0 system with dedicated sand modes and differential locks
• Safety Credentials: 5-star safety rating helps strengthen buyer confidence
• Warranty: 10-year, unlimited-mileage warranty supports the vehicle’s long-term ownership proposition

With all these, Maxus is building its reputation against established Japanese and American brands with a Combination of high torque, off-road technology, advanced features, and three-row practicality. 

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