TECH – BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao has officially pulled the covers off its new Ti9, a large plug-in hybrid SUV designed to bring serious power, family-friendly space, and advanced technology into one imposing package. According to CarNewsChina, the flagship model has been revealed in China following its appearance in the country’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) regulatory filings, although its exact launch and delivery schedule have yet to be announced.
Measuring 5,270 mm long with a 3,130 mm wheelbase, the Ti9 is a substantial SUV. Its cabin uses a 2+2+2 configuration, giving passengers six individual seats across three rows. Depending on the version, the vehicle stands either 1,850 mm or 1,880 mm tall and weighs between 2,865 kg and 2,965 kg. Buyers can choose 21-inch or 22-inch wheels, while the SUV has a listed top speed of 220 km/h.
Under the hood, the Ti9 combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with two electric motors. Both the front and rear motors offer a peak output of 200 kW, although their rated outputs are lower at 90 kW and 70 kW respectively. The plug-in hybrid setup is supported by a 66.48 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, giving the Ti9 a stated pure-electric range of 310 km. The vehicle can also tow up to 2,000 kg when fitted with an optional retractable electric tow hook.
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Technology is another major part of the package. Fang Cheng Bao equips the Ti9 with its DiPilot 300 driver-assistance system, also known as God’s Eye B in China. A roof-mounted LiDAR sensor supports Level 2 assistance and navigation functions for both city streets and highways.
Visually, the SUV adopts a boxy design with a continuous LED light strip across the front, an active air intake grille, silver skid plates, and a split rear tailgate called the “Tiandi Gate.” Inside, a wide continuous screen stretches across the center console.
The Ti9 will enter China’s increasingly competitive large six-seat PHEV and EREV SUV market alongside models such as the Denza N9, Li Auto L9, and Aito M9. Fang Cheng Bao says the Ti9 “will not wait too long,” but pricing and delivery details remain under wraps.
