China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has approved filing for the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9, BYD's latest full-size plug-in hybrid SUV, marking a major step toward its launch. At 5,270 mm long, the Tai 9 surpasses the Bao 8 (5,195 mm) as Fang Cheng Bao's biggest model to date. The six-seater is powered by a 1.5-liter engine producing 110 kW net and dual front-rear permanent-magnet synchronous motors (200 kW each) for all-wheel drive, reaching a top speed of 220 km/h. Equipped with BYD's new DMS platform—its first public mention—and a 66.48 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery from FinDreams Battery, it delivers 310 km of pure electric range. The launch follows strong demand for the Tai lineup: the Tai 7 alone logged 27,320 units in July and surpassed 210,000 cumulative sales in just 11 months.
Key Points
🎯 Dimensions and Weight: 5,270 mm long, 1,999 mm wide, 1,880 mm tall (1,850 mm without roof rails), 3,130 mm wheelbase, curb weight of 2,865 or 2,965 kg.
🏁 Performance and Powertrain: 1.5-liter engine with 110 kW net output; dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors front and rear (200 kW each) driving all four wheels; top speed 220 km/h.
🔋 Battery and Range: 66.48 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery from FinDreams Battery (expected second-gen Blade Battery cells), 487 kg battery weight, energy density 136.5 Wh/kg, 310 km all-electric range.
🎯 Platform and Design: First vehicle on BYD's new DMS platform; six-seat layout; supports 255/50R21, 255/45R22, or 275/45R22 tires.
📅 Launch Timing and Role: Fang Cheng Bao released the first teaser video on August 2; management stated the wait will be short. The Tai 9 fills the gap between the Tai family's urban-focused models (Tai 7, Tai 3) and the rugged Bao lineup (Bao 8, Bao 5).
📊 Market and Brand: Fang Cheng Bao (BYD sub-brand launched August 2023) sold 41,213 units in July (+190.64% YoY) with first-half cumulative sales of 200,687 units at an average transaction price exceeding 223,000 yuan ($32,850).
