Chinese car giant BYD is gearing up to launch what could be one of its most popular electric vehicles (EV) from its off-road focused sub brand. Images published by Autohome – and Car News China – show the Fang Cheng Bao 3 without camouflage for the first time, previewing what we can expect from the Toyota RAV4 -sized EV. Fang Cheng Bao is a BYD brand which focuses on more rugged models, with ample ground clearance and boxy appearances, highlighted here by the upcoming Bao 3.
Unlike the larger plug-in hybrid Bao 5, Car News China reports the Bao 3 will be available as an EV only, with a 110kW motor powering the front axle and a 220kW unit for the rear, totalling 330kW combined and resulting in an expected sub-5.0 second 0-100km/h time. According to Autohome, it’s fed by a 78.
72kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery which can provide up to 510km of driving range on China’s lenient CLTC lab test. Measuring 4605mm long, 1900mm wide and 1720mm tall on a 2745mm wheelbase, it’s slightly shorter but wider than the Toyota RAV4. The Bao 3’s exterior design is heavily influenced by the Super 3 concept unveiled in April.
This includes boxy wheel arches, thin lights at either end, integrated roof rails and a spare tyre carrier. Autohome’s images also provide a first look at its interior, which is closer to the Bao 5 than the exterior appearance. The cabin includes an aircraft-style push-type gear selector in front of a row of control buttons, a large floating infotainment .