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Fangchengbao · 2025PHEVPlug-in Hybrid
Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8)
The full-size family off-roader — 7 seats + Huawei ADS
Full-size 6/7-seat body-on-frame off-roader — the first BYD with Huawei Qiankun ADS 3.0 (lidar). Sold officially in the UAE as the Denza B8 (Al-Futtaim); 'Leopard 8' cars are gray imports with no warranty. Standard DiSus-P hydraulic suspension, up to ~890 mm wading, 3.5-tonne towing.
- 825
- PLANNED KM
- 748
- HP
- 4.8s
- 0-100
- 120
- kW DC
A closer look
In detail
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A clearer buying decision
Availability and regional dealers
We separate brand representation from confirmed model availability, so the page never implies an unverified launch.
Your market
Saudi Arabia
Available in your market
This model has confirmed market availability.
Confirmed markets
UAE
Announced — dealer details pending
Kuwait
Announced — dealer details pending
Saudi Arabia
Announced — dealer details pending
Qatar
Announced — dealer details pending
Official manufacturer video
Luxury in motion
See the design and road presence in a dedicated film chapter, separate from the official photo gallery.
Captions when available
Through members' eyes
Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8), as people actually see it
The photos above are the manufacturer's: studio light, retouched. These came off members' phones — in the street, in a showroom, in an owner's driveway.
Nobody has photographed this car yet.
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Technical Specs
- Official range
- 1,200 km
- Real Range (Gulf-tested)
- 825 km
- Power
- 748 HP
- Torque
- 760 Nm
- 0-100 km/h
- 4.8 s
- Top Speed
- 180 km/h
- Battery Capacity
- 36.8 kWh
- DC Fast Charging
- 120 kW
- AC Charging
- 11 kW
- Fast-charge time (10–80%)
- 16 min
Price reference for comparison
Approximate price reference
≈ 249,100 SAR
VerifiedUpdated July 2026
This is an indicative new-model range by market and trim, not the price of a vehicle listed on EV Gulf.
An in-app alert the moment the Gulf price moves or appears.
In the Gulf
Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)
Gulf Pros
- Huawei ADS 3.0 with lidar — a BYD first
- Standard DiSus-P: 220-310 mm clearance
- 6 or 7 seats + built-in fridge
- Out-accelerates Land Cruiser on dunes, ~60% lower fuel cost
Watch out for
- 3.3-tonne curb weight — up to ~20 L/100km in heavy traffic with full AC
- Kuwait: previewed at Denza Alghanim — launch pending
- Gray Leopard 8 imports: no warranty, Chinese app
What sets it apart
Verified OEM technologies that make this model stand out — from crab walk to battery swap.
First BYD with a Huawei brain — Qiankun ADS 3.0 lidar drives parking-space to parking-space
Standard DiSus-P hydraulic suspension — 140 mm height adjustment with predictive road scanning
DMO with 2.0T + dual motors — ~750 hp and 0-100 in 4.8 s despite a 3.3-tonne mass
📖 Complete Owner's Guide for Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8)
Voice commands matched to the car's actual market and language · Gulf tips · hidden hacks · ADAS · quick tasks.
Guide to charging
What to know about charging your Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8) in the Gulf.
Home charging · AC
11 kW
~ 4 hours from 0 to 100%
Ideal for overnight charging. The right Wallbox power depends on your market's electricity supply.
Size your home charger →Fast charging · DC
120 kW
Fast charging in 16 minutes
Compatibility depends on the car variant's port and the network. Check the connector and operator app before travelling; heat may reduce charging speed.
Charging cost (estimate)
≈ 11.215 SAR
Full charge at home
An estimate based on home electricity rates in your market. Public charging usually costs more but is much faster.
Explore charging stations
Open the map to verify the connector, compatibility, and status source for each station before travelling.
Open the charging map →Practical tips for Gulf drivers
EV ownership in the Gulf brings heat, Ramadan, sand and long roads. These are general practical tips; each model’s experience depends on its variant and market.
Prayer times and charging
Choose a compatible station near your destination, and check access hours and operating status in the operator app before arrival.
Ramadan
Check station occupancy in the operator app and choose a quieter time when possible.
Sand and dust
Inspect the charge port and cooling vents after dusty conditions, and follow your car’s cleaning schedule.
Cross-border travel
For trips between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, use verified compatible chargers on your route, with a backup stop and a safe arrival reserve.
Insurance and maintenance
Compare insurance and maintenance schedules for the specific model and dealer. Prices and intervals vary between vehicles.
Battery health
estimated97%Excellent
Expected capacity after 1 year of Gulf heat, by a published degradation model.
36.8 kWh
Battery registry — method & reportsA full charge at home≈ 3.5 hOn a 11 kW wallbox — one overnight
The Field · Real-world
Owner experiences
Real numbers from owners — not the manufacturer's brochure.
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Log your experienceAfter-sales
No agent on record with us
Our dealer directory covers EV sellers, not every franchise in the market — a blank here means we have not recorded an agent, not that none exists. Confirm before buying, and tell us if you know it.
- Agent in Saudi Arabia
- None
- Vehicle warranty
- Not published
- Battery warranty
- Not published
“Not published” means we could not find terms stated by the maker or its Gulf agent — not that the car has no warranty. We do not print an unpublished figure, because it is the one a buyer would plan around.
Your agent & parts in Saudi Arabia
Sold as Denza B5/B8 via Al-Futtaim (denza.sa)
DENZA KSA showrooms: I-Mall Riyadh, Al Shati District Jeddah; Eastern Province planned.
Warranty: 6 yearsBattery: via Denza channel: ~8 years battery (market-dependent)
Full parts & service guideFrom owners and the community
Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8) discussions
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EV Gulf newsroom — editorial team
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Chinese car · China Access
How can you get the Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8)?
We separate official dealer cars, independent-market stock, and direct China orders. Market presence does not automatically mean factory warranty or Arabic support.
3
access routes
Observed local availability
Local route observed
Seen in these markets through a dealer or independent channel. Verify the warranty provider before paying.
Independent importer
Awaiting local evidence
It may be in stock or inbound at an independent showroom without an official dealer. Warranty there comes from the seller, not guaranteed — exactly what our managed EV Gulf route replaces.
Import via EV Gulf
Inspection + freight + registration
We source it for you through our network of contracted partners: VIN, battery and software checked before shipping, then local registration — one contract, one invoice, instead of coordinating separate parties yourself.
Where have we observed an access route?
UAE Kuwait Saudi Arabia Qatar
If you buy elsewhere: Request a live video of voice languages, software version, charging port, phone-app activation and OTA, plus a written warranty naming who pays for battery, parts and labour.
Where to buy the Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8)
No official Fangchengbao dealer in Saudi Arabia yet — browse the full directory across the Gulf.
All Gulf dealers & distributorsHow it stacks up
Ready spec cards: battery, range, charging and China list price. Share in one tap.
Fangchengbao Bao 8 (Leopard 8 / Denza B8) vs its rivals
Same body and powertrain, closest on price
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China list price before shipping & duties · range on the stated test cycle
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