Engineering:Denza B5

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Short description: Plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV
Denza B5
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
Also calledFangchengbao Bao 5 (China)
ProductionSeptember 2023 – present
AssemblyChina: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Zhengzhou, Henan[1]
DesignerUnder the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, dual-motor four-wheel-drive
PlatformDMO Super Hybrid[2]
ChassisBody-on-frame
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 505 kW (677 hp; 687 PS) (China)
  • 400 kW (536 hp; 544 PS) (Australia, New Zealand)
TransmissionE-CVT
Hybrid drivetrainPlug-in hybrid
Battery31.8 kWh BYD Blade LFP
Range
  • 1,200 km (746 mi) (CLTC)[3]
  • 975 km (606 mi) (NEDC)[4]
Electric range
  • 100 km (62 mi) (WLTC)
  • 125 km (78 mi) (CLTC)
Plug-in charging100 kW (DC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,800 mm (110.2 in)
Length4,888 mm (192.4 in)
4,921 mm (193.7 in) (Leopard)[5]
Width1,970 mm (77.6 in)
Height1,920 mm (75.6 in)
1,930 mm (76.0 in) (Leopard)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight2,897 kg (6,387 lb)
3,007 mm (118.4 in) (Leopard)

The Denza B5, also sold in China as the Fangchengbao Bao 5 (Chinese: 方程豹 豹5; literally: 'Formula leopard Leopard 5'),[6] is a plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV manufactured by BYD Auto under the Fangchengbao and Denza brands. First launched in 2023, the Bao 5 is the first vehicle of the Fangchengbao brand's Bao Series (豹系列), which is later complemented by the Bao 8 and Tai 3. Beginning in 2025, the model was sold in export markets under the Denza brand, using the B5 model name.[7][8][9][10]

Overview

The Bao 5 was introduced in China in August 2023 and went on sale in November 2023. It is distributed through Fangchengbao direct sales stores, instead of BYD dealerships.[11][12][13]

The Bao 5 is an off-road oriented SUV with body-on-frame construction, and built on a DMO (Dual Mode Off-Road) Super Hybrid system from BYD Auto. It has an approach and departure angles of 35 and 32 degrees respectively.[14] BYD also offers a high-spec variant of the Bao 5 with the Cloud-P chassis technology, featuring a height-adjustable hydraulic active suspension system from the Yangwang U8.[15]

The Bao 5 is powered by a 1.5-litre 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) turbocharged petrol engine, two electric motors and three differential locks. The combined power output is rated at 505 kW (677 hp; 687 PS) and 760 N⋅m (77.5 kg⋅m; 561 lb⋅ft). The Bao 5 can reach 125 km (78 mi) (CLTC) in 16 minutes of charge. The combined range of the Bao is 1,200 km (750 mi). Other features of the vehicle include a Devialet sound system, a 50-inch head-up display and a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 4.8 seconds.

The Denza B5 in Australia and New Zealand, is powered It is powered by the same 1.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors, producing a combined 400 kW (536 hp; 544 PS) and 750 N⋅m (553 lb⋅ft) of torque.[16]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Interior
    Interior
  • Denza B5
    Denza B5
  • Rear view
    Rear view

Safety

ANCAP test results
Denza B5 all variants (2025)[17]
Test Points %
Overall: StarStarStarStarStar
Adult occupant: 34.71 86%
Child occupant: 46.81 95%
Pedestrian: 47.01 74%
Safety assist: 14.07 78%

Markets

Americas

Brazil

The Denza B5 released in Brazil in December 2025.[18]

Asia

China

The Fangchengbao Bao 5 released in China in November 2023. Releasing in three variants, Discovery, Pilot, and Yunnian Flagship.[19] In November 2023 BYD Auto produced its six millionth New Energy Vehicle, a Bao 5.[20] In February 2025 the Intelligent Driving edition released, which utilises a roof-mounted LiDAR system.[21] The Long-Range Edition released in October 2025.[22]

Philippines

The Denza B5 released in the Philippines in April 2026 alongside the B8. It is available in a single variant.[23]

Middle East

United Arab Emirates

The Denza B5 released in the United Arab Emirates in November 2025. It is available in two variants, Deluxe and Flagship.[24]

Oceania

Australia

The Denza B5 released in Australia in February 2026. It is available in two variants, an unnamed entry-level trim and Leopard. It features a 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) braked towing capacity, and payload capacity of 490 kg (1,080 lb).[16]

The over-the-air update version 1.1.0, released in May 2026 added a towing mode, trailer weight selection, improved resistance detection in the rear seats to prevent the seats to fold on objects and passengers, and improved off-roading functionally; validated with hillclimbs up Beer O'Clock Hill in Queensland.[25]

New Zealand

The Denza B5 released in New Zealand in February 2026.[26] It is available in a unnamed entry-level model and Leopard.[27]

Sales

Year China
2023 4,888[28]
2024 45,989[29]
2025 51,887[30]

References

  1. ↑ "All about BYD". https://www.marklines.com/en/oem/byd. 
  2. ↑ Zhang/CnEVPost, Phate (2023-11-09). "BYD Fang Cheng Bao officially launches 1st model Bao 5, deliveries to start this month" (in en-US). https://cnevpost.com/2023/11/09/byd-fang-cheng-bao-launches-1st-model-bao-5/. 
  3. ↑ Ngyuen, Tung (2 October 2025). "BYD’s Yangwang confirmed for Australia under Denza brand". https://www.drive.com.au/news/byds-yangwang-confirmed-for-australia-under-denza-brand/. 
  4. ↑ Brogan, Matt (19 February 2026). "Denza launches into key Aussie segments". https://www.goauto.com.au/new-models/denza/b5/denza-launches-into-key-aussie-segments/2026-02-19/98509.html. 
  5. ↑ "MY26 Denza B5 Spec Sheet". https://www.denza.com/material/denza-site/au/spec-sheet/MY26_DENZAB5_SpecSheetAU_260306.pdf. 
  6. ↑ Bobylev, Denis (2023-07-04). "Leopard 5. BYD Fang Cheng Bao SF EREV SUV got the official name in China" (in en-US). https://carnewschina.com/2023/07/04/leopard-5-byd-fang-cheng-bao-sf-erev-suv-got-the-official-name-in-china/. 
  7. ↑ "Impressões: Denza Bao 5 chega em 2025 mais potente e barato que Defender" (in pt-BR). https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/testes/denza-bao-5-chega-em-2025-mais-potente-e-barato-que-defender. 
  8. ↑ Andrews, Mark (2024-07-08). "Denza going to Europe and taking a rebadged Fangchengbao Bao with it" (in en-US). https://carnewschina.com/2024/07/08/denza-going-to-europe-and-taking-a-rebadged-fangchengbao-bao-with-it/. 
  9. ↑ Du Toit, Albert (2024-10-03). "New luxury Chinese car brand for South Africa – Details". https://topauto.co.za/features/116714/new-luxury-chinese-car-brand-for-south-africa-details/. 
  10. ↑ Son, Hoang (2024-09-27). "Trải nghiệm nhanh các dòng xe mới của BYD, sớm có mặt tại Việt Nam" (in vi). https://carpassion.vn/trai-nghiem-nhanh-cac-dong-xe-moi-cua-byd-som-co-mat-tai-viet-nam/. 
  11. ↑ Opletal, Jiri (2023-11-09). "BYD's Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 SUV launched and proved BYD's incredible cost control" (in en-US). https://carnewschina.com/2023/11/09/byds-fang-cheng-bao-bao-5-suv-launched-and-proved-byds-incredible-cost-control/. 
  12. ↑ Zhang, Phate (2023-11-09). "BYD Fang Cheng Bao officially launches 1st model Bao 5, deliveries to start this month" (in en-US). https://cnevpost.com/2023/11/09/byd-fang-cheng-bao-launches-1st-model-bao-5/. 
  13. ↑ Zhang, Phate (2023-11-20). "BYD Fang Cheng Bao to start delivering 1st model Bao 5 on Nov 24" (in en-US). https://cnevpost.com/2023/11/20/byd-fang-cheng-bao-to-start-delivering-bao-5-nov-24/. 
  14. ↑ Bobylev, Denis (2023-08-16). "BYD's Fang Cheng Bao Leopard 5 officially debuts. Two more SUVs teased as an easter egg" (in en-US). https://carnewschina.com/2023/08/16/byds-fang-cheng-bao-leopard-5-officially-debuted-two-more-vehicles-to-launch-later/. 
  15. ↑ Pappas, Thanos (2023-08-17). "BYD's Fang Cheng Bao Leopard 5 Is A Toyota Land Cruiser Rival From China". https://www.carscoops.com/2023/08/byds-fang-cheng-bao-leopard-5-is-a-phev-land-cruiser-rival-from-china/. 
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 Purcell, Sam (23 February 2026). "2026 Denza B5 Leopard review". https://www.drive.com.au/reviews/2026-denza-b5-leopard-review/. 
  17. ↑ "ANCAP results for Denza B5 all variants". ancap.com.au. 2025. https://www.ancap.com.au/safety-ratings/d50378. 
  18. ↑ Tironi, Thomas (10 February 2026). "Denza já supera Lexus no primeiro mês cheio de vendas no Brasil". https://insideevs.uol.com.br/news/786902/denza-supera-lexus-vendas-brasil/. 
  19. ↑ Opletal, Jiri (9 November 2023). "BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 SUV launched and proved BYD’s incredible cost control". https://carnewschina.com/2023/11/09/byds-fang-cheng-bao-bao-5-suv-launched-and-proved-byds-incredible-cost-control/. 
  20. ↑ Bobylev, Denis (24 November 2023). "BYD produced the 6 millionth NEV. It is Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5". https://carnewschina.com/2023/11/24/byd-produced-the-6-millionth-nev-it-is-fang-cheng-bao-bao-5/. 
  21. ↑ Ho, Lawrence (21 February 2025). "BYD Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 Intelligent Driving officially launched with Huawei ADS". https://carnewschina.com/2025/02/21/byd-fang-cheng-bao-bao-5-intelligent-driving-officially-launched-with-huawei-ads/. 
  22. ↑ Miao, Liu (20 October 2025). "BYD Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 Long-Range Edition launched, starting at 37,800 USD". https://carnewschina.com/2025/10/20/byd-fang-cheng-bao-bao-5-long-range-edition-launched-starting-at-37800-usd/. 
  23. ↑ "Denza PH Launches 2026 B5 And B8 Luxury SUVs (w/ Specs)". 23 April 2026. https://www.carguide.ph/2026/04/denza-ph-launches-2026-b5-and-b8-luxury.html. 
  24. ↑ Bharadwaj, Punith (10 November 2025). "Denza B5 & B8 Launched In The UAE: Luxury Chinese Car Brand Denza Debuts". https://www.dubicars.com/news/denza-b5-b8-launch-uae-price-specs-features.html. 
  25. ↑ "Denza B5 and B8 towing and off-road abilities to be tweaked via OTA updates". 29 May 2026. https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/denza-b5-b8-towing-off-road-abilities-ota-updates. 
  26. ↑ Linklater, David (20 April 2026). "New Zealand's newest car brands for 2026". https://www.drivencarguide.co.nz/news/new-zealands-newest-car-brands-for-2026/. 
  27. ↑ Edwards, Richard (3 April 2026). "2026 Denza B5 & B8 – First Drive". https://autotrader.co.nz/car-reviews/2026-denza-b5-b8-first-drive. 
  28. ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2023年方程豹终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=732&saleType=2&flag=2023. 
  29. ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2024年方程豹终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=732&saleType=2&flag=2024. 
  30. ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2025年方程豹终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=732&saleType=2&flag=2025. 



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