Fang Cheng Bao, a sub-brand of China’s BYD, launched the Tai 3 sport utility vehicle (SUV) on Tuesday, its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and the most affordable model in its lineup to date. The entry-level version is priced from RMB 133,800 ($18,300), a reduction from its earlier pre-sale price.
The Tai 3 is offered in five variants, including two rear-wheel-drive options priced at RMB 133,800 and RMB 139,800, and three four-wheel-drive versions starting at RMB 153,800, RMB 163,800, and RMB 193,800. The model is positioned as a family SUV, broadening Fang Cheng Bao’s product scope, which previously focused on off-road hybrids such as the Bao 5 and Bao 8.
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The vehicle features a five-seat configuration and measures 4,605 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width, and 1,720 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,745 mm. It is built on Fang Cheng Bao’s EVO electric platform, designed to handle diverse driving conditions including snow, mud, and sand. The rear-wheel-drive version includes a 160 kW motor with 310 Nm of torque, while the four-wheel-drive variants combine a 110 kW front motor and a 200 kW rear motor, offering acceleration from 0–100 km/h in as little as 4.9 seconds.
All Tai 3 variants offer a range of 501 kilometers, with battery capacities ranging from 65.28 kWh to 78.72 kWh depending on the version. Fast charging capabilities allow the vehicle to charge from 30% to 80% in approximately 18 minutes at a rate of up to 237 kW. Standard features include BYD’s “God’s Eye C” smart driving system and DiPilot 100, which supports driver-assist functions such as Navigate on Autopilot (NOA).
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The Tai 3, based on the Super 3 concept introduced in 2023, represents a shift in branding strategy. It was originally registered as the Bao 3 with Chinese regulators before being renamed. The new Tai product line was introduced in December 2024 and is focused on unibody, family-oriented models, distinguishing it from the off-road-focused Bao series.