13-05-2025
BYD launches electric SUV with integrated drone that flies while driving
Deployable roof drone as an impressive extra
Above The roof-mounted hangar can deploy the drone in stationary position or at speeds up to 25 km/h. (Photo: BYD / Fang Cheng Bao)
The top-of-the-line Titanium 3 4WD Drone Version model comes with a unique accessory not seen in competing SUVs. Mounted on the roof rack is a drone hangar that can deploy a DJI Air 3S drone. The drone can be deployed when the SUV is stationary or moving at speeds below 25 km/h. With a press of a button, the drone bay doors open and the drone launches
Above Titanium 3 4WD Drone Version model has an estimated price of US$26,667. (Photo: BYD / Fang Cheng Bao)
The drone can shoot 4K video with its dual camera system and take AI-assisted high-resolution photos. Besides capturing aerial videos and stills, the drone can be used to scout ahead and survey the surrounding area or determine passable routes. This is pretty helpful in off-road situations when the driver may not be familiar with the terrain. The drone can recharge when it is docked inside the hangar. Packed with performance and tech
The Titanium 3 has an estimated range of 420 km. The 4WD model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds with a top speed of 201 km/h. The specs are pretty impressive, especially considering it weighs more than two tonnes. Support for a 237 kW charger enables quick charging from 30 to 80 per cent battery level in 18 minutes.
Being a BYD vehicle, the SUV has an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) called the God's Eye system, which uses multiple cameras and radars. God's Eye can help with automated parking and assistance, active obstacle avoidance and highway navigation.
Above The interior of the Titanium 3 has similarities with another off-road BYD vehicle, the Shark. (Photo: BYD, Fang Cheng Bao)
The Titanium 3 has a tire stability control system that can stabilise the vehicle in the event of a tire blowout at speeds over 80 km/h. The vehicle is also equipped with an intelligent adaptive suspension system for a smoother ride.
Deliveries of the vehicle started in April 2025 in its home market. The global release of the Titanium 3 has not yet been announced, but it may launch under the Denza sub-brand, similar to the expected wider release of other Fang Cheng Bao vehicles.
