BYD Formula Leopard S GT Starts Deliveries With Up to 850 km CLTC Range

BYD has officially started deliveries of the Formula Leopard S GT, its new electric shooting brake. The model was launched in China on September 16, 2026, as part of the new Formula Leopard S family, with four configurations available.

The Formula Leopard S GT combines a low, sporty body with a large battery and two powertrain options. Depending on the version, its CLTC-rated range reaches up to 850 km, while the dual-motor version delivers up to 490 kW of combined power.

For a closer look at how the Formula S and S GT were introduced, including their initial specifications, you can also read our previous report on the Formula S and S GT launch.

What Is the BYD Formula Leopard S GT?

The Formula S GT is part of BYD’s Formula Leopard S family, which expands the brand into the electric passenger-car segment. Unlike the brand’s better-known SUV models, the Formula Leopard S GT uses a shooting brake body style.

The idea is fairly straightforward: offer the driving position and proportions of a sporty passenger car while keeping a larger rear cargo area. That gives the Formula Leopard S GT a different appeal from the many electric SUVs now entering the market.

The vehicle measures 5,025 mm in length, 1,967 mm in width and 1,483 mm in height, with a 2,960 mm wheelbase.

What Does the Formula Leopard S GT Look Like?

The Formula Leopard S GT follows BYD’s “Living Metal Aesthetics” design language.

At the front, it uses a closed grille, polygonal headlamp clusters, and a wide lower air intake. The combination gives the car a fairly aggressive appearance without relying on the taller proportions of an SUV.

The rear features smoked taillights, a central Formula Leopard S GT logo, a subtle ducktail-style spoiler, and a lower diffuser. The long roofline and large rear opening are also practical features of the shooting brake design.

For overseas buyers, the dimensions are worth noting. At more than five metres long and with a wheelbase close to three metres, this is a relatively large passenger EV rather than a compact family car.

What Is Inside the Formula Leopard S GT?

The cabin uses a wraparound cockpit design and focuses heavily on digital equipment.

According to the published specifications, the Formula Leopard S GT is equipped with a 26-inch AR-HUD, a 15.6-inch floating central display and an 8.88-inch embedded instrument screen. Apple CarPlay connectivity is also supported.

Storage is another practical point. The Formula S series provides a 151-litre powered front trunk and a 600-litre rear trunk, together with multiple storage compartments throughout the cabin.

That combination makes the GT more than a styling exercise. For customers who regularly carry luggage or equipment, the shooting brake layout can offer useful additional flexibility.

What Driver Assistance Technology Does It Offer?

The Formula Leopard S GT uses BYD’s God’s Eye B intelligent driving system. The system uses LiDAR hardware and supports highway and urban Navigate on Autopilot functions, as well as automatic parking.

For international buyers, however, it is important to distinguish driver assistance from autonomous driving. The availability and functionality of these features can vary according to software versions, local regulations, and market-specific requirements.

This is something importers should check before ordering a vehicle for an overseas market.

What Are the Formula Leopard S GT Power and Range Figures?

The Formula Leopard S GT is available with rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

The rear-wheel-drive version uses a single rear motor producing up to 300 kW, or approximately 408 hp. The dual-motor version reaches 490 kW, or approximately 666 hp.

Both versions use a 92.093 kWh second-generation Blade Battery. The maximum claimed range is 850 km under the CLTC test cycle, while the four-wheel-drive version is rated at up to 730 km CLTC.

If you want to compare the launch specifications in more detail, see our earlier guide to the Formula S and S GT specifications.

Formula Leopard S GT Key Specifications

One important point for overseas customers is that 850 km is a CLTC figure. CLTC is China’s domestic testing cycle, so the figure should not be treated as a direct equivalent of a WLTP or EPA range rating. Actual range can also vary with temperature, driving speed, road conditions, and vehicle load.

How Fast Can the Formula Leopard S GT Charge?

Charging is another major feature of the Formula Leopard S GT.

The model uses Fangchengbao’s flash-charging technology. Published launch information indicates charging from around 10% to 70% in five minutes and from 10% to 97% in approximately nine minutes when compatible high-power charging equipment is used.

For an overseas fleet or dealership, though, the vehicle’s charging specification is only part of the equation. Connector standards, charger compatibility, local grid capacity, and high-power charging infrastructure all need to be checked before importing the vehicle.

Could the Formula Leopard S GT Be Interesting for Overseas Buyers?

The Formula Leopard S GT is an interesting model for markets where buyers are looking for a large battery EV with a distinctive body style rather than another conventional SUV.

Its combination of long CLTC range, high power, fast charging, and a practical rear cargo area gives it several points that could attract attention from private buyers, dealers, and fleet operators.

But overseas procurement requires more than checking the specification sheet. Local homologation, charging compatibility, software functions, after-sales support, and spare-parts availability should all be evaluated before an order is confirmed.

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FAQ

Q: Is the BYD Formula Leopard S GT a fully electric vehicle?

A: Yes. The BYD Formula Leopard S GT is a battery-electric shooting brake and uses a 92.093 kWh Blade Battery.

Q: What is the range of the Formula Leopard S GT?

A: The rear-wheel-drive version has a maximum claimed range of 850 km under the CLTC test cycle. The all-wheel-drive version is rated at up to 730 km CLTC.

Q: How powerful is the Formula Leopard S GT?

A: The rear-wheel-drive version produces up to 300 kW, or approximately 408 hp. The dual-motor version produces up to 490 kW, or approximately 666 hp.