The BYD Leopard 5 is a mid-size, plug-in hybrid SUV designed for both city and off-road use, featuring a robust body-on-frame structure and a “Cloud-Car” intelligent chassis system. It offers a combined range of around 1,200 km, a 125 km all-electric range, and supports fast charging. Its performance includes a total output of about 680 hp and 760 Nm of torque, a top speed of 180 km/h, and acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. The interior includes a large display, Nappa leather seats with heating and ventilation, and advanced driver assistance systems.
Performance and drivetrain
- Powertrain: Plug-in hybrid (PHEV)
- Total System Output: Approximately 680 hp (485 kW in some configurations) and 760 Nm of torque
- Engine: 1.5L turbocharged engine
- Electric Motors: Front and rear dual-motor setup
- Transmission: E-CVT continuously variable transmission
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds
- Top Speed: 180 km/h
- Drive: Four-wheel drive (4WD)
Battery and charging
- Battery Capacity: 31.8 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery
- All-Electric Range: 125 km (CLTC)
- Combined Range: Around 1,200 km
- Fast Charging: 0-80% in approximately 15 minutes
- Slow Charging: 0-80% in approximately 5 hours
Dimensions and capacity
- Dimensions: 4890 mm (length) x 1970 mm (width) x 1920 mm (height)
- Wheelbase: 2800 mm
- Seating: 5-seater
- Cargo Space: 1,069 liters with the second row folded down
Interior features
- Infotainment: Large multi-screen system, often with a head-up display (HUD)
- Seating: Nappa leather seats with heating and ventilation for front seats; heating for second-row seats. Some higher trims include massage functions and memory seats for the driver
- Connectivity: Wireless 50W charger and USB ports
- Other: Refrigerator (on some models), intelligent parking system, and voice interaction
Technology and safety
- Driver Assistance: Level 2 assisted driving capabilities, including adaptive cruise control, forward and backward park radar, and automatic parking
- Chassis: Yunian-P intelligent chassis system
- Off-road: Body-on-frame structure with front and rear differential locks
- Lighting: LED daytime running lights, headlights, and high beams