The Denza B5, also sold in China as the Fangchengbao Bao 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.
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 turbocharged petrol engine, two electric motors and three differential locks. The combined power output is rated at and . The Bao 5 can reach () in 16 minutes of charge. The combined range of the Bao is . Other features of the vehicle include a Devialet sound system, a 50-inch head-up display and a 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 and 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 braked towing capacity, and payload capacity of .
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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Sales YearChina20234,888202445,989202551,887
References
External links Official website