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BYD Fang Cheng Bao Teases "Titanium 7" SUV with Boxy Silhouette and Lidar
BYD’s off-road arm FangChengBao teased its upcoming SUV model with a picture released on its official Weibo account. The image indicated the SUV with the name of "Titanium 7".
The image showed a long-bodied square box outlook, with an extended wheelbase, positioning it as a mid-to-full-size SUV, the largest among all models of FangChengBao.
Design and Features
The Titanium 7 inherits the rugged, futuristic family styling with the Bao 5 and Bao 8 models, featuring sharp character lines and a boxy profile. Spy shots also showed that the model may have a roof-mounted lidar, a steering-column gear selector, and an optional rear-mounted storage box, all of which signal advanced ADAS capabilities and utilitarian versatility.
Pricing and Positioning
Industry insiders project the price range of Titanium 7 would be between RMB 289,800 (USD 40,300) and RMB 423,800 (USD 58,900), slotting between the Bao 5 and Bao 8.
Brand Expansion Strategy
Earlier at April’s Shanghai Auto Show, we learned that FangChengBao will expand its lineup with new models in Titanium lineup, and sedan models by the end of 2025. BYD’s expansion into premium off-road segment, and deepen its product lineup to meet more consumer demands.
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