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BYD to launch six-seat Tai 9 hybrid SUV in China on November 19
BYD will launch the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9 in China on November 19, expanding its lineup with its largest SUV to date.
The six-seat vehicle is a plug-in hybrid, combining a gasoline engine with two electric motors for all-wheel drive and 537 horsepower.
BYD says it can travel 193 miles on electric power alone and has a total range of more than 1,000 miles.
The Tai 9 has reclining seats with heating, ventilation and massage, along with screens for front and rear passengers.
Pricing has not been announced, but estimates put the China price at about $52,400 to $59,900.
A European launch remains unconfirmed, and official pricing is expected when the vehicle launches.
BYD will launch the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9 plug-in hybrid SUV in China on November 19, 2026.
The six-seat flagship is the largest SUV in the Fang Cheng Bao lineup to date.
Its plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers 537 horsepower and a claimed total range of more than 1,000 miles.
Preorders opened on November 9, while official pricing is due to be announced at launch.
A European launch has not been confirmed.
- Who
- BYD, through its Fang Cheng Bao brand, will launch the Tai 9.
- What
- The company will launch a six-seat plug-in hybrid SUV.
- When
- November 19, 2026.
- Where
- China.
- Why
- Not stated.
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Preorders opened with a deposit of about $450.
BYD is set to launch the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9 in China and announce official pricing.
- Seating
- Six seats in a 2+2+2 layout
- Power
- 400 kW (537 hp)
- Total range
- Claimed to exceed roughly 1,000 miles
- Electric range
- 193 miles under the WLTC standard
- Battery
- 66.48 kWh Blade battery
- Dimensions
- 207.5 inches long with a 123.2-inch wheelbase