{"id":262,"date":"2025-06-20T23:12:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T23:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/?p=262"},"modified":"2025-06-23T10:37:22","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:37:22","slug":"this-chinese-suv-is-part-lexus-part-land-rover-and-a-dash-of-g-class","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/20\/this-chinese-suv-is-part-lexus-part-land-rover-and-a-dash-of-g-class\/","title":{"rendered":"This Chinese SUV Is Part Lexus, Part Land Rover, And A Dash Of G-Class"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cameaims.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tai-7-jhgkhjgv-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul>\n<li>BYD&rsquo;s Fang Cheng Bao brand is gearing up to introduce a new two-row luxury SUV.<\/li>\n<li>Known as the Tai 7, the model features a rugged design that echoes the Defender.<\/li>\n<li>This plug-in hybrid combines a 1.5-liter engine, electric motor, and lithium battery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Being a car designer isn&rsquo;t easy as everyone sees your work and has an opinion. If that wasn&rsquo;t enough pressure, some designers are tasked with creating boxy SUVs that are rugged, but also unique. Some knock it out of the park, while others swing and miss.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>That brings us to Fang Cheng Bao&rsquo;s latest model, the Tai 7, which was recently revealed by China&rsquo;s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. It resembles a hodgepodge of other luxury SUVs, most notably the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/02\/2024-land-rover-defender-review-the-go-anywhere-luxury-suv-that-loves-to-get-dirty\/\">Land Rover Defender<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/12\/byds-new-fang-cheng-bao-titanium-3-electric-suv-sure-has-a-funky-design\/\">BYD&rsquo;s New Fang Cheng Bao Titanium 3 Electric SUV Sure Has A Funky Design<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This probably shouldn&rsquo;t be surprising considering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/fang-cheng-bao\/\">Fang Cheng Bao<\/a> is BYD&rsquo;s luxury brand, but some of the similarities are pretty stark. The front end is a rather blatant Defender clone as the design is a pretty close match. However, instead of circular headlights, the company went with split lighting units.<\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic\"><\/div>\n<p>The Defender-esque design continues further back, but it&rsquo;s mixed in with some elements from the Lexus GX. Key highlights include angular fender flares, bulging bodywork, and a Defender-like greenhouse. The company even appears to have kept Land Rover&rsquo;s controversial &lsquo;side plate,&rsquo; although it&rsquo;s thankfully smaller and tucked out of the way.<\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Carscoops-Defender-Vs-China.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image-block\"> <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" src=\"\" alt=\" This Chinese SUV Is Part Lexus, Part Land Rover, And A Dash Of G-Class\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1940\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Carscoops-Defender-Vs-China-1013x1024.jpg\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>        <\/a>  <\/p>\n<p>Out back, there&rsquo;s a Defender-inspired bumper with a contrasting silver section. We can also see a squared off rear carrier similar to the one found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/04\/579-hp-quad-motor-mercedes-g580-eq-can-outcrawl-and-outwade-the-ice-g\/\">Mercedes G-Class EV<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>While the design won&rsquo;t win any points for originality, the Tai 7 has a plug-in hybrid powertrain that consists of a 154 hp (115 kW \/ 156 PS) 1.5-liter engine, a 268 hp (200 kW \/ 272 PS) electric motor, and a lithium iron phosphate battery pack. This enables the 4,916 lb (2,230 kg) SUV to hit a top speed of 118 mph (190 km\/h).<\/p>\n<p>Little else is known about the model at this point, but it will be offered with 18- and 19-inch wheels. In terms of size, it measures 196.8 inches (4,999 mm) long, 78.5 inches (1,995 mm) wide, and 73.4 inches (1,865 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 115 inches (2,920 mm).<\/p>\n<p>To put those numbers into perspective, it&rsquo;s 4 inches (102 mm) shorter than the Defender 130 and also has a 4 inch (102 mm) shorter&nbsp;wheelbase. The model is&nbsp;also 9.5 inches (241 mm) longer than the Defender&nbsp;110.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Tai 7 is expected to launch later this year, with Chinese media speculating a starting price of just 300,000 yuan, or under $42,000 at current exchange rates.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BYD&rsquo;s Fang Cheng Bao brand is gearing up to introduce a new two-row luxury SUV. 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