Forthing Taikon 5 Luxury BEV specs and price
Available 2026 - CurrentFBT exempt
The Forthing Taikon 5 Luxury BEV is a rear-drive medium SUV priced from $38,990 RRP, with a 64.4kWh LFP battery and 427km of WLTP range (an estimated 401km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$38,990RRP before on-road costs
- 427 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 64.4 kWh
- Battery
- 80 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 7.9 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The Forthing Taikon 5 Luxury BEV costs $38,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 427km WLTP, or an estimated 401km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 64.4kWh LFP (64.4kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 80kW DC (10-80% in 42 minutes) and 11kW AC (0-100% in 6 hrs 30 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 7.9 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 180mm.
- Towing: 1,500kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,820kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 541L, or 1,480L with the seats folded.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: No V2L; V2H no; V2G no.
Forthing Taikon 5 Luxury BEV on a novated lease: see your weekly costFBT exempt
About the Taikon 5
The Forthing Taikon 5 Luxury BEV is the entry grade of Australia's most affordable mid-size electric SUV, powered by a 150kW/340Nm front motor and a 64kWh LFP battery for up to 427km WLTP range. Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloys, power-adjustable ventilated and massaging front seats, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a full active-safety suite including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. Backed by a 7-year/200,000km warranty, it targets value-conscious families wanting genuine SUV space and features without the premium price tag of established rivals.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity) | 64.4 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 64.4 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 11 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 6 hrs 30 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 80 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 64 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 42 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $21 (64.4kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 427 km | 151 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 401 km | 161 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 439 km | 147 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 333 km | 194 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $5.31 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $21 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
7.9 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
180 km/h
Top speed
150 kW
Power
240 Nm
Torque
Rear
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4600mm x 1860mm x 1680mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,820 kg |
| Body Style | SUV |
|---|---|
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 541 L / 1,480 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / 1,500 kg |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Segment | Medium SUV |
Compare Taikon 5 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury BEVThis page | $38,990 | 427 km | 64.4 kWh | 7.9 s | Rear |
| Exclusive BEV | $42,490 | 427 km | 64.4 kWh | 7.9 s | Rear |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
7 years / 200,000 km
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 20,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$38,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 401km in mixed real-world driving, against 427km on the WLTP test.
About 6 hrs 30 mins from empty on an 11kW home wallbox, or about 42 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $21 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (64.4kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $38,990 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The Forthing Taikon 5 Exclusive BEV is priced at $42,490, $3,500 more. Both share the same 427km WLTP range, 64.4kWh battery, 7.9s 0-100 time, so the difference is in equipment and features. Compare all Taikon 5 variants
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