BYD’s FangChengBao brand has begun taking advance orders for the Tai 9, a large six-seat SUV that will top its Tai crossover range. Prices and trim details have not yet been announced; the model is expected to go on sale before the end of the year.
The 5,270-mm-long SUV pairs a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with two electric motors for a combined 544 hp. It is all-wheel drive and uses a 66.48-kWh battery. Air suspension and rear-wheel steering are also listed among its features.
Cabin highlights include a broad multimedia display, screens for rear passengers, heated, ventilated and massage seats, a 31-speaker audio system and a refrigerator.