Shock Verdict: Denza B5 vs Lexus GX/Prado (including off-road and full test)

Should you really buy a Denza B5? The B5 is China and BYD’s luxury answer to the Toyota Prado, Ford Everest or Lexus GX with a 400kW (536hp) PHEV system and hydraulic suspension. Chasing Cars founder Tom Baker compares the 2026 Denza B5 (Fangchengbao Bao 5) to a benchmark luxury 4WD, the Lexus GX550 Overtrail, in today’s comparison, to work out whether it really makes sense to buy a new Chinese premium SUV instead of a tried and tested Toyota. The B5 Leopard trim includes BYD’s DiSus-P hydraulic active suspension with high ground clearance, plus a 31kWh LFP battery, 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine from the BYD Shark 6 and much more luxury inside. We look at pricing, fuel economy, interiors, off-roading specs, payload and weights and more to come to a verdict. Time codes: 0:00 - About this video 2:03 - Interior 7:59 - Boot space 11:01 - DMO Plug-in hybrid system 11:33 - Real world fuel economy 13:43 - On-road driving 23:27 - Off-road test 26:14 - Towing and payload issues 27:11 - Verdict and comparison winner As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingCarsAustralia?sub_confirmation=1 Chasing Cars on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingcarsaustralia/ Follow Chasing Cars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingcars.com.au/ Chasing Cars is Australia's most independent source of new car reviews, car industry news, comparisons and car guides. We give you a critical look at every new car you should consider!

Added 2 Apr 2026