BEIJING, November 15, 2026: Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is preparing to introduce its new Fang Cheng Bao Ti 9 plug-in hybrid SUV on November 19, with a reported ultra-fast charging capability that could allow its battery to charge from 10 to 97 percent in just nine minutes.
The six-seat SUV is expected to become the flagship model of BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao lineup, featuring the company’s new DMS hybrid architecture.
Unlike traditional body-on-frame SUVs, the Ti 9 uses a unibody platform, combining the proportions of a large SUV with a construction approach commonly used in modern passenger vehicles.
Display units have already arrived at dealerships across China ahead of the official launch.
The vehicle’s most notable reported feature is its charging performance, which could significantly reduce the time required to recharge a plug-in hybrid vehicle.
While ultra-fast charging has primarily been associated with fully electric vehicles, BYD’s latest PHEV aims to bring similar convenience to drivers who want electric driving capability alongside a petrol engine.
However, the claimed nine-minute charging time depends on access to compatible high-power charging equipment. The figure has not been independently verified under everyday driving and charging conditions.
For markets such as Pakistan, where ultra-fast charging infrastructure remains limited, the practical benefits would depend on the availability of suitable charging stations.
Further specifications, pricing and market availability are expected to become clearer following the vehicle’s scheduled November 19 launch in China.