The Fangchengbao Bao 5 ,[6] alternatively the Fang Cheng Bao Leopard 5 in English sources, is a plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV manufactured by BYD Auto under the Fangchengbao brand. The Bao 5 is the first vehicle of the Fangchengbao brand and brand's Bao Series (豹系列), which is later complemented by the Bao 8 and Tai 3.
In 2025, the Fangchengbao Bao 5 will be sold outside China under the Denza brand, including in Europe, as the Denza B5.[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 SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre 145 kW turbocharged petrol engine, two electric motors and three differential locks. The combined power output is rated at 505 kW and 760 Nm. The Bao 5 can reach 125 km (CLTC) in 16 minutes of charge. The combined range of the Bao is 1200 km. Other features of the vehicle include a Devialet sound system, a 50-inch head-up display and a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.8 seconds.
Safety
Markets
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.[16]
United Arab Emirates
The Denza B5 released in the United Arab Emirates in November 2025. It is available in two variants, Deluxe and Flagship.[16]
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 is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors, producing a combined 400 kW and 750 Nm. It features a 3000 kg braked towing capacity, and payload capacity of 490 kg.[17]
New Zealand
The Denza B5 released in New Zealand in February 2026.[18] It is available in a unnamed entry-level model and Leopard. It is powered by a 1.5L petrol engine and two electric motors, producing a combined 400 kW.[19]
Australia
The Denza B5 released in Australia in February 2026. It is available in two variants, an unnamed entry-level trim and Leopard. It is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors, producing a combined 400 kW and 750 Nm. It features a 3000 kg braked towing capacity, and payload capacity of 490 kg.[17]
New Zealand
The Denza B5 released in New Zealand in February 2026.[18] It is available in a unnamed entry-level model and Leopard. It is powered by a 1.5L petrol engine and two electric motors, producing a combined 400 kW.[19]
Sales
External links
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