BYD’s FANGCHENGBAO to begin delivering BAO 5 off-road SUVs in late Nov.

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- On November 20, FANGCHENGBAO ("FANGCHENG" for "formula"), BYD's fresh professional personalized sub-brand, announced that its inaugural model, the BAO 5  ("BAO" for"leopard"), would officially commence deliveries on November 24.

The company assured customers who had signed contracts before November 20 that deliveries would proceed according to the previously published delivery rules. For non-DiSus version orders placed from November 21 onwards, the estimated lead-time is around 4 to 6 weeks.

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Highlighting the national uniform sequencing of the BAO 5 deliveries, the official statement acknowledged potential variations in delivery times due to differences in configurations, colors, and customized features based on production batches. However, orders with identical specifications in terms of configuration, exterior and interior colors, and optional features will follow the established delivery rules. Specific delivery times will also be influenced by the completion of delivery procedures and the chosen pickup location, introducing some variability.

It's noteworthy that the DiSus Flagship Edition will initiate deliveries from January 2024.

For users in cities without FANGCHENGBAO's stores, they have the option to choose the nearest city with a store for pickup or wait for the completion of new stores in their city.

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The BAO 5, which went on sale on November 9, offers three trim levels with a price range of 289,800 yuan to 352,800 yuan.

In terms of dimensions, the BAO 5 measures 4,890/1,970/1,920mm in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 2,800mm. Off-road capabilities include an approach angle of 35°, departure angle of 32°, longitudinal passing angle of 20°, and a minimum ground clearance of 220mm. Models equipped with the DiSus-P standard intelligent control system can achieve a minimum ground clearance of 310mm.

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Regarding off-road performance, FANGCHENGBAO claims that the BAO 5, along with other DMO-based models, can achieve a desert climbing height of 150 meters, showcasing its capability to tackle frequent uphill and downhill terrains without compromising on battery performance. The vehicle is designed to achieve a complete charge without losing power and can even gain charge during the process.

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Configurations across the entire lineup of the BAO 5 include 24 intelligent driving sensors, L2+ driver assistance system, up to 18 Devialet speakers, with additional headrest speakers for the driver, an onboard compressor refrigerator, and an active fragrance system

The model is powered by the DMO hybrid system, comprising a longitudinally positioned 1.5T efficient hybrid engine and two electric motors. The 1.5T engine has a maximum power of 143 kW and a peak torque of 274 N·m, while the front and rear dual motors enable maximum powers of 200 kW and 285 kW, respectively. The combined maximum power of the entire powertrain is 515 kW, with a peak torque of 760 N·m.

In terms of range, the BAO 5 offers a range of 125 kilometers on battery power alone and a combined range of 1,200 kilometers.