Fang Cheng Bao Formula S. Credit: Fang Cheng Bao Understand China EV’s Market Real-time notifications when critical EV data is released All important data in one place 2,000,000+ data points Become a member BYD‘s Fang Cheng Bao officially launched its latest mid-to-large vehicle series today, the Formula S and Formula S GT, marking an expansion into the high-performance electric vehicle market. The new models, which draw design inspiration from the brand’s Formula X supercar, are to challenge rivals like Xiaomi SU7 and Tesla Model 3. Pricing and positioning The Formula S, positioned as a coupe, is priced between 189,900 yuan (27,900 USD) and 229,900 yuan (33,800 USD). The Formula S GT, a shooting brake variant, ranges from 219,900 yuan (32,300 USD) to 239,900 yuan (35,300 USD). ModelPrice (yuan and USD)Formula S730 km DiSus-C RWD189,900 (27,900)900 km DiSus-A RWD209,900 (30,900)900 km DiSus-M RWD209,900 (30,900)750 km DiSus-A AWD229,900 (33,800)750 km DiSus-M AWD229,900 (33,800)Formula S GT850 km DiSus-A RWD219,900 (32,300)850 km DiSus-M RWD219,900 (32,300)730 km DiSus-A AWD239,900 (35,200)730 km DiSus-M AWD239,900 (35,200) Performance and technology The series debuts the DiSus-M intelligent magnetorheological suspension, capable of millisecond-level damping adjustments for superior handling and comfort. The vehicles are built on a high-performance architecture supporting flash charging, capable of reaching 10-70% charge in 5 minutes and 10-97% in 9 minutes. Powertrain: RWD models offer outputs of 245 kW (329 hp) or 300 kW (402 hp), while AWD variants deliver a combined output of 490 kW (657 hp). Range: The series achieves a maximum CLTC range of 900 km. Intelligence: Equipped with the “God’s Eye B” system and LiDAR, the vehicles support highway and urban NOA (Navigate on Autopilot). Design The Formula S measures 5,060 mm in length, 1,967 mm in width, and 1,483 mm in height. The Formula S GT is marginally more compact, with dimensions of 5,025 mm in length, 1,967 mm in width, and 1,458 mm in height. Both models share a 2960mm wheelbase, with the Formula S boasting a drag coefficient of 0.22 and the GT at 0.25. The interior features a 26-inch AR-HUD, Devialet sound system, and zero-gravity seats. The cabin features an open ecosystem with modular hardware interfaces (PIN, magnetic, and threaded), allowing users to customise their cockpit with accessories like magnetic ambient lights, physical shortcut buttons, and even karaoke equipment. The interior of Formula S. The frunk of Formula S. The trunk of Formula S. The frunk of Formula S GT. Most important news in your inbox. Recaps · scheduled All you need, in one email. Instant alerts · real-time Ping me when an article goes live. 0 of 27 topics selected Bundle into one email per day — instead of one email per article No spam · Unsubscribe with one click · Change settings anytime