2025 DENZA B5 REVIEW: CAN YOU CANCEL YOUR TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PRADO ORDERS?

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The 2025 Denza B5 (also known as FangChengBao 5 or Leopard 5) is presented as a compelling alternative to the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, particularly for the Australian market. The reviewer highlights its aggressive styling, luxurious interior with high-quality materials, and impressive technology, including a large infotainment screen and a passenger display. The plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers immense power, evidenced by a startlingly quick 0-60 km/h time of 2.38 seconds despite the vehicle's nearly 3-ton weight. The EV-only range is stated to be around 80 km, with a combined range of approximately 1000 km. However, the review expresses significant skepticism regarding its off-road capabilities. While it boasts impressive approach and departure angles and a 290mm ground clearance, the reviewer clarifies that the claimed front and rear locking differentials are not mechanical but rather electronically simulated torque vectoring. The hydraulic active suspension, while comfortable, contributes to extreme body roll on-road and lacks variable ride height. The reviewer concludes that while the interior and on-road performance (power) are strong, the off-road credentials may not match traditional body-on-frame SUVs like the Prado, and the "locking differentials" are a point of contention for serious off-roaders.