The 2026 Beijing Auto Show witnessed a historic breakthrough for Chinese high-performance automobiles: Fangchengbao officially debuted its all-electric hypercar Formula X and full-size luxury flagship sedan Fangchengbao SL, alongside S and SGT sedan variants.
For years, Fangchengbao was stereotyped as an off-road-focused brand, but its new four-car sedan and hypercar lineup completely rewrites the brand positioning—shattering the century-old Western monopoly in the premium supercar area，delivering professional-grade aerodynamics, full-carbon lightweight construction, top-tier BYD EV tech, and revolutionary intelligent cockpit design. This article delivers a fully professional, first-hand breakdown of the design, configuration, production timeline, positioning differentiation and market this new-gen supercar and large supercar.
Core Model Positioning Differentiation
| Model | Body Type | Length | Core Positioning | Launch Window |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formula X | Pure Electric Hypercar | 4.9m | Youth-oriented street-legal track supercar, hardtop/convertible 2-seater optional | 2027 Next Year |
| Fangchengbao SL | Full-Size Luxury Fastback | 5.3m | Flagship large sedan, luxury + performance dual positioning | Q3 2026 |
| Fangchengbao S | Mid-Large Sedan | ~5.1m | Daily commuter performance sedan, benchmark Tesla Model 3 / Xiaomi SU7 | Q3 2026 |
| Fangchengbao SGT | Shooting Brake | ~5.1m | Wagon-style leisure performance model, enhanced outdoor practicality | Q3 2026 |
Formula X: Aerodynamics & Extreme Lightweight Engineering
1. True Functional Aerodynamic Duct Design
Formula X abandons decorative fake air intakes, adopting a full real wind channel layout engineered with BYD’s in-house wind tunnel lab:
- Lower front bumper giant air inlet guides airflow out through the hood cabin duct with built-in cooling fans.
- Side wind channels extend from the front wheel arch all the way to the rear wheel, realizing body pressure relief, tire temperature reduction and tangible downforce improvement.
- Headlight assembly integrated hidden air outlets, forming a complete closed-loop aerodynamic system.
As a performance-focused hypercar, Formula X prioritizes downforce over wind drag coefficient, a core design logic consistent with traditional European supercars.
2. Full Carbon Fiber Body & Ultimate Lightweight
- The entire vehicle adopts full carbon fiber body structure, with paint applied after carbon monocoque molding, far exceeding conventional carbon decorative panel practices.
- Forged-style full-carbon wheel rims, matched with carbon-ceramic brake discs and multi-piston calipers, cutting unsprung weight drastically.
- Custom chameleon nail-art style paint presents different light refraction angles under varied viewing perspectives, combining texture with sporty aggression.
3. Production Version Retention & Controversial Design Adjustments
Formula X is currently a concept car, with 80%–90% restoration rate for mass production. Two major uncertain adjustments remain:
- Rear double-hump dragon scale armor styling: May be revised to adapt to hardtop version; hardcore car enthusiasts advocate retaining the original concept design completely.
- Cabin layout: Official inclined to 4-seater layout, while professional auto media and fans prefer reserving the original pure 2-seater sports car posture to avoid ruining the long hood proportion.
Revolutionary Intelligent Cockpit of Formula X
The interior maintains a strong racing-style enveloping layout, with industry-leading innovative folding hardware design:
- Full carbon fiber integrated bucket seats, low racing sitting posture, paired with race-spec steering wheel, delivering F1-level driving immersion.
- Three-stage folding mechanism: Instrument panel retractable, central control screen fully hidden into sunk space, steering wheel stowable, reserved for future L4 autonomous driving scenario adaptation.
- Run-through ambient lighting covers scissor door inner panels, with high-brightness Fangchengbao LOGO metal ornaments throughout the cabin.
- Exclusive dual-tone interior color matching: Driver-focused personalized collision color scheme, to be popularized in future BYD new models.
- Custom racing UI interface with dedicated track mode, differentiated from family sedan daily theme logic.
Fangchengbao SL: 5.3m Flagship Luxury Performance Sedan
Exterior & Dimension Highlights
- Body length reaches 5.3m, wheelbase nearly 3.1m, ranking second only to Yangwang U7 in BYD group sedan lineup.
- Family diamond-cut headlight design sharing design language with Formula X, with integrated light guide and 4-lens spotlight module.
- Smooth fastback side profile, reserved functional air outlets for styling beautification rather than aerodynamic downforce demand.
- Front 255/40 R21 and rear 275/40 R21 staggered tires, enhancing cornering limit and intense driving stability.
- Bronze and black dual-color exclusive wheel rims, highly personalized for young high-end users.
Chassis & Suspension Advantage
All four Fangchengbao new models are standard equipped with Yunnian-M magnetorheological suspension:
Compared with traditional air suspension + CDC damping:
- Magnetorheological response speed is 10 times faster than conventional CDC.
- Instantly adjust damping hardness during mountain road cornering to suppress body roll and avoid tail flick.
- Rapidly soften suspension when encountering sudden broken roads and gravel surfaces, balancing performance and comfort perfectly.
Design Deficit & Market Orientation
The taillight adopts Fangchengbao LOGO contour molding, but the overall visual layering is weaker than the front face, becoming the only controversial design flaw of SL. Positioned for wealthy young consumers, it balances luxury atmosphere and sporty posture, not biased toward conservative administrative styling.
BYD Hypercar Lineup Differentiation: Yangwang U9 / Denza Z / Formula X
| Model | Core Positioning | Core Selling Point | Market Attribute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yangwang U9 | Ultimate Track Hypercar | Four-motor layout, Yunnian-X, perfect street and track dual capability | Top-tier flagship, ultra-high pricing |
| Denza Z | Lap Record Focused | Extreme lightweight, dedicated Nürburgring lap tuning, higher top speed than U9 | Performance record breaker |
| Formula X | Fashion Youth Hypercar | Balanced performance + fashion design, affordable pricing, close to young consumers | Mass-accessible premium hypercar |
Powertrain & Battery Full Configuration
Both Formula X and Fangchengbao SL adopt pure electric layout exclusively:
- Second-generation Blade Battery + ultra-fast charging technology as standard.
- Dual-motor four-wheel drive layout for Formula X, matching hypercar acceleration level.
- Different battery pack capacities equipped according to configuration levels, maintaining consistent top-tier cell safety and charging speed across the lineup.
- Equipped with BYD Skynet intelligent driving system, integrated traffic radar and hidden intelligent sensing hardware.
Why Fangchengbao Leaps Out Of Off-Road Comfort Zone
Fangchengbao has already established solid market reputation in hardcore off-road segments, yet aggressively laid out hypercars and luxury sedans for one core reason:
The brand’s initial positioning is never merely an off-road maker, but a personalized high-end intelligent technology brand. Covering off-road, daily sedan, shooting brake and pure electric hypercar allows Fangchengbao to capture full-age and full-scene high-end user groups, breaking the single-brand stereotype and accelerating the global layout of Chinese luxury vehicles.
FAQ
Q1: When will Formula X officially go on sale?
A1: The mass production version will launch next year, with 80%-90% restoration of the concept car design; convertible and hardtop versions will be available.
Q2: When will Fangchengbao SL / S / SGT be launched?
A2: All three sedan models are scheduled for official release in Q3 2026, with delivery starting shortly after the launch.
Q3: Are all Fangchengbao new models fuel-powered or pure electric?
A3: Formula X, SL, S and SGT are all pure electric, equipped with second-generation Blade Battery and ultra-fast charging.
Q4: What is the biggest difference between Yunnian-M and traditional CDC suspension?
A4: Yunnian-M magnetorheological suspension has 10 times faster adjustment response, more suitable for intense driving and complex road conditions.
Q5: Will Formula X launch 2-seater or 4-seater version?
A5: Officials are still debating; hardcore car fans widely support retaining the original 2-seater layout to preserve supercar body proportion.
