- On sale
- FBT exempt
- Under LCT threshold
- 2 variants
- Medium SUV
Forthing Taikon 5
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$38,990to $42,490 RRP before on-road costs
The Forthing Taikon 5 is an electric medium SUV on sale in Australia since 2026. Two variants are available: Luxury BEV and Exclusive BEV. Prices run from $38,990 to $42,490 before on-road costs. WLTP range is 427 km, from a 64.4 kWh battery.
Forthing Taikon 5 variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
| Variant | Price (RRP) | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive | Seats | Best for | Full specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury BEV2026 to current | $38,990 | 427 km | 64.4 kWh LFP | 7.9 s | RWD | 5 | Best value | Specs → |
| Exclusive BEV2026 to current | $42,490 | 427 km | 64.4 kWh LFP | 7.9 s | RWD | 5 | Specs → |
Compare the Taikon 5 variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | Luxury BEV | Exclusive BEV |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $38,990 | $42,490 |
| Range (WLTP) | 427 km | 427 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 401 km | 401 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 333 km | 333 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 64.4 kWh LFP | 64.4 kWh LFP |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 80 kW · 42 min | 80 kW · 42 min |
| AC charging (max) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Power | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot (seats up) | 541 L | 541 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,500 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Kerb weight | 1,820 kg | 1,820 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
Exclusive BEV vs Luxury BEV
Costs $3,500 more.
Forthing Taikon 5 range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
| Variant | Per 100 km | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury BEV | $5.31 | $21 |
| Exclusive BEV | $5.31 | $21 |
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
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Every variant takes 11 kW AC at home.
| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury BEV | 11 kW | 6 hrs 30 mins | 80 kW | 42 min | Charging guide → |
| Exclusive BEV | 11 kW | 6 hrs 30 mins | 80 kW | 42 min | Charging guide → |
Taikon 5 size, boot space and towing
Every variant shares the same body.
| Spec | Luxury BEV | Exclusive BEV |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length × width × height | 4,600 × 1,860 × 1,680 mm | 4,600 × 1,860 × 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 541 L / 1,480 L | 541 L / 1,480 L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 1,500 / 750 kg | 1,500 / 750 kg |
| Kerb weight | 1,820 kg | 1,820 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 7 yrs, 200,000 km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 7 yrs, 200,000 km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km |
Lease the Taikon 5 from your pre-tax salary
All two Taikon 5 variants are under the $91,387 LCT threshold, so they are FBT exempt. See your weekly cost for any variant before you talk to a provider.
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How the Luxury BEV ranks
Range (WLTP)
4th of 5
427 km
Price
1st of 5
$38,990
Power
4th of 5
150 kW
Boot space
2nd of 5
541 L
DC charging
5th of 5
80 kW
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Forthing Taikon 5 FAQs
The Forthing Taikon 5 is priced from $38,990 for the Luxury BEV to $42,490 for the Exclusive BEV before on-road costs.
427 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 401 km in mixed real-world driving.
Two variants are on sale: Luxury BEV ($38,990) and Exclusive BEV ($42,490).
The Exclusive BEV costs $3,500 more.
About 6.5 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 42 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
Yes. All two variants are priced under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so every one qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease.
The boot holds 541 litres with the rear seats up and it can tow up to 1,500 kg braked.
5 seats.
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