Byd Auto · 2023–present
Fangchengbao Bao 5
The Denza B5, also sold in China as the Fangchengbao Bao 5 (Chinese: 方程豹 豹5; lit. 'Formula leopard Leopard 5'), 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.
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History
The Fangchengbao 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.
Design
It 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. 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.
Powertrain
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 is powered by a 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.
Markets
=== Americas === Brazil. The Denza B5 released in Brazil in December 2025. Asia. ==== China ==== The Fangchengbao Bao 5 released in China in November 2023. Releasing in three variants, Discovery, Pilot, and Yunnian Flagship. In November 2023 BYD Auto produced its six millionth New Energy Vehicle, a Bao 5. In February 2025 the Intelligent Driving edition released, which utilises a roof-mounted LiDAR system. The Long-Range Edition released in October 2025. Philippines. The Denza B5 released in the Philippines in April 2026 alongside the B8. It is available in a single variant. Singapore. The B5 was launched in Singapore on 19 March 2026, initially in the sole Orion variant. In September 2026, the flagship Zenith variant was added. 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. 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). 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. New Zealand. The Denza B5 released in New Zealand in February 2026. It is available in an unnamed entry-level model and Leopard.
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Specifications
- name
- Denza B5
- Manufacturer
- BYD Auto
- aka
- Denza Bao 5 (Europe), Fangchengbao Bao 5 (China)
- Production
- September 2023 – present
- Assembly
- China: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Zhengzhou, Henan
- Designer
- Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
- Class
- Mid-size SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Front-engine, dual-motor four-wheel-drive
- Platform
- DMO Super Hybrid
- Related
- BYD Shark 6, Denza B8
- Engine
- Petrol plug-in hybrid:, 1.5 L BYD476ZQF turbo I4
- Transmission
- Single Speed DMO
- Battery
- 31.8 kWh BYD Blade LFP
- Electric range
- 100 km (WLTC), 125 km (CLTC)
- Charging
- 100 kW (DC)
- Wheelbase
- 2800 mm
- Length
- 4888 mm, 4921 mm (Leopard)
- Width
- 1970 mm
- Height
- 1920 mm, 1930 mm (Leopard)
- Kerb weight
- 2897 kg, 3007 mm (Leopard)
Specification summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0). Measured facts from Wikidata (CC0). Check the linked sources for citations.
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Sources
- Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q123643637CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denza_B5CC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1375696003 · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2024_Fangchengbao_Bao_5.jpgCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: User3204 · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Manufacturer website (link only) — https://www.fangchengbao.com/product/leopard5.htmlLink only; no content copied · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.