Denza B5

Denza B5
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
Model codeSFH
Also called
  • Denza Bao 5 (Europe)[1]
  • Fangchengbao Bao 5 (China)
ProductionSeptember 2023 – present
AssemblyChina: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Zhengzhou, Henan[2]
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[3]
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)
TransmissionSingle Speed DMO
Hybrid drivetrainPlug-in hybrid
Battery31.8 kWh BYD Blade LFP
Range
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)[6]
Width1,970 mm (77.6 in)
Height1,920 mm (75.6 in)
1,930 mm (76.0 in) (Leopard)
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; lit. 'Formula leopard Leopard 5'),[7] 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.[8][9][10][11]

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.[12][13][14]

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.[15] 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.[16]

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.[17]

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).[17]

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 an unnamed entry-level model and Leopard.[27]

Safety

ANCAP test results
Denza B5 all variants
(2025, aligned with Euro NCAP)[28]
Test Points %
Overall: StarStarStarStarStar
Adult occupant: 34.71 86%
Child occupant: 46.81 95%
Pedestrian: 47.01 74%
Safety assist: 14.07 78%

Sales

Year China
2023 4,888[29]
2024 45,989[30]
2025 51,887[31]

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