BYD Dynasty-D flagship SUV spied: hybrid, LiDAR, rear-steer
BYD's Dynasty-D prototype hits public roads with LiDAR and rear-wheel steering
BYD Dynasty-D flagship SUV spied: hybrid, LiDAR, rear-steer
Spy shots show BYD Dynasty-D flagship SUV testing with LiDAR, rear-wheel steering and Di-Pilot 300. Hybrid promises 200+ km EV range ahead of a 2026 debut.
2025-12-19T07:29:16+03:00
2025-12-19T07:29:16+03:00
2025-12-19T07:29:16+03:00
BYD has sent the Dynasty-D prototype onto public roads—the future full-size flagship SUV it plans to reveal officially in the second quarter of 2026. The model had previously bowed as a concept at the Shanghai auto show, and while the production debut was initially expected earlier, the rollout was postponed to make the product more competitive in the fiercest corner of China’s market.As spy shots indicate, the Dynasty-D will keep its flagship stance and generous dimensions, with a LiDAR module on the roof. Even through camouflage, the styling comes through: narrow lighting, a confident front end, a single light element across the rear, flush door handles, and substantial wheels. One curious tell is the visible exhaust tips on the test car, pointing to a hybrid powertrain rather than a pure electric setup.The standout tech is rear-wheel steering. BYD has pushed this option more actively on its pricier sub-brands, and is now migrating it to the core flagship—a welcome move that should make a big body noticeably easier to maneuver in the city and slot into tight spaces. Inside, three rows are expected with two seating maps—2+2+2 and 2+3+2—emphasizing the family angle.The spec sheet calls out the Di-Pilot 300 (God’s Eye B) suite with LiDAR, a set of cameras and a computing platform, plus DiSus-A adjustable suspension. It’s also worth noting an electric-only range of more than 200 km for the hybrid version—a pragmatic promise for everyday use.
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BYD's Dynasty-D prototype hits public roads with LiDAR and rear-wheel steering
Spy shots show BYD Dynasty-D flagship SUV testing with LiDAR, rear-wheel steering and Di-Pilot 300. Hybrid promises 200+ km EV range ahead of a 2026 debut.
Michael Powers, Editor
BYD has sent the Dynasty-D prototype onto public roads—the future full-size flagship SUV it plans to reveal officially in the second quarter of 2026. The model had previously bowed as a concept at the Shanghai auto show, and while the production debut was initially expected earlier, the rollout was postponed to make the product more competitive in the fiercest corner of China’s market.
As spy shots indicate, the Dynasty-D will keep its flagship stance and generous dimensions, with a LiDAR module on the roof. Even through camouflage, the styling comes through: narrow lighting, a confident front end, a single light element across the rear, flush door handles, and substantial wheels. One curious tell is the visible exhaust tips on the test car, pointing to a hybrid powertrain rather than a pure electric setup.
The standout tech is rear-wheel steering. BYD has pushed this option more actively on its pricier sub-brands, and is now migrating it to the core flagship—a welcome move that should make a big body noticeably easier to maneuver in the city and slot into tight spaces. Inside, three rows are expected with two seating maps—2+2+2 and 2+3+2—emphasizing the family angle.
The spec sheet calls out the Di-Pilot 300 (God’s Eye B) suite with LiDAR, a set of cameras and a computing platform, plus DiSus-A adjustable suspension. It’s also worth noting an electric-only range of more than 200 km for the hybrid version—a pragmatic promise for everyday use.
