Beijing Off-Road unveiled the BJ40 Black Obsidian at its 2026 global user conference, a new single-spec range-extender version of its boxy off-roader. The Chinese guide price before taxes and incentives is 184,800 yuan (about $26,000), according to NetEase Auto. Customers who order now can stack a 20,000-yuan trade-in bonus with seven launch benefits including free roadside assistance for five years and a zero-down-payment plan.
Factory blacked-out styling
The Black Obsidian's main draw is a full set of factory-applied matte black bodywork, making it one of the few hardcore off-roaders in the 180,000-yuan class to ship with complete blacked-out trim. The matte black paint extends to the badges, wheels and front and rear skid plates, with only red four-piston brake calipers left as a visual accent. The classic boxy silhouette is unchanged, retaining frameless doors and the split tailgate, while the 1,964 mm height gains extra visual presence in black.
Beijing Off-Road uses an order-based production model for this version, building cars only after customers place orders. The factory finish avoids the inspection, transfer and insurance headaches that come with aftermarket vinyl wraps, and saves buyers the 10,000-20,000 yuan typically spent on aftermarket blackout kits.
Powertrain and off-road hardware
The interior carries over from the standard BJ40 range-extender, with twin 15.6-inch displays for the centre console and passenger side. The second-row seats fold fully flat to create a 1,567-litre cargo space with 1,756 mm of depth, enough for camping gear, bicycles or kayaks.
The powertrain is unchanged from the standard BJ40 range-extender (EREV, a plug-in hybrid that uses a petrol engine as a generator). Combined output is 391 kW (524 hp) with 655 Nm of torque, good for a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h sprint. A 41.7 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery delivers a CLTC electric-only range of 201 km, which translates to roughly 160-170 km under the WLTP cycle (est.). Combined range reaches 1,249 km with fuel consumption of 1.17 L/100 km, so daily commuting can run on electricity while long trips avoid range anxiety.
The off-road fundamentals remain the selling point: a body-on-frame chassis with three mechanical differential locks, a 38-degree approach angle, a 37-degree departure angle and 750 mm of wading depth. An integrated metal roll cage and a military-grade cage body structure add cabin protection for both urban and trail use.
The Black Obsidian targets younger buyers who want genuine off-road capability and distinctive looks without the hassle of aftermarket modifications, moving the blackout treatment to the factory floor to cut time, cost and compliance risk.
