Forthing Taikon 5, Price, Specs & Review
Compare every Forthing Taikon 5 variant sold new in Australia. 4 variants, from $36,990 to $42,490 drive-away. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Forthing Australian website and updated weekly.
Data checked: specs 7 Aug 2026, price 21 Jun 2026
Forthing Taikon 5
From $36,990 drive-away (VIC)
$36,990 drive-away (VIC), advertised
Forthing Taikon 5
Extender Hybrid Luxury · SUV · 1.5L Naturally aspirated Plug-in Hybrid
Data checked: specs 6 Aug 2026, price 21 Jun 2026
Recalls: None open on our record for this car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
drive-away (VIC), manufacturer advertised
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Variants
Cost to own, est.
from $176/wk in VIC
Excludes fuel, servicing and insurance: No data for this car.
Made up of, per week
- Repayment estimate$148 (≈$641/mo)
- FuelNo data
- Rego + CTP$18
- ServicingNo data
- Tyres$10
- InsuranceNo data
Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year. VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.
$36,990 drive away (VIC, manufacturer advertised)From $36,990 drive-away (VIC), excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.
Repayment estimate≈$148/wk(≈$641/mo)
$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.
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Some specifications for the Forthing Taikon 5 are still being completed: price, 0-100km/h, transmission, ground clearance and turning circle, plus 4 others. We only publish a figure once we have it from the manufacturer, so these stay blank rather than being estimated. They'll appear as they're confirmed.
CarSorted Score
Good
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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates
True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)
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$6,108
per year to run
$30,540
5yr running cost
Where the 5-year running cost goes
About $6,108/year to run, or $30,540 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration. Pricing for this model hasn't been released yet. Enter the price you expect to pay above to add total cost of ownership and per-kilometre figures.
* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel is not from an official consumption figure for this car: it is a generic fallback. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.
Tyres: 235/55 R19 front, as fitted
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Warranty, servicing & roadside
7 yr
200k km
5 yr
max, renewed at each dealer service
Good to know
- Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
- Free roadside continues only while you service on time at a dealer
Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 24 Jul 2026.
Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.
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Recalls for the 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury, plus a warranty reminder if you add the month.
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ANCAP hasn't rated this model: 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for this model. Checked 8 Nov 2026.
Search ANCAP's ratingsRecalls on the federal register
None open on our recordNone open on our record for this car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.
Safety Features
32 confirmed · 29 no dataFull Specifications
Engine & Drivetrain7 itemsEngine Size 1.5L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Dimensions & Weights7 itemsLength 4,600 mm · Width 1,860 mm · Height 1,700 mm
Fuel & Economy3 itemsFuel Tank 43L · Minimum RON RON 91 · Electric Range 170 km
Engineering Detail1 itemTare Mass 1,785 kg
Technology & Connectivity19 itemsTouchscreen Size 14.6" · Digital Cluster Size 8.8" · USB Ports (Front) 1
12 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Driver Assistance & Safety13 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · AEB (Low Speed) · Adaptive Cruise Control
20 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Cameras & Parking2 itemsReversing Camera · Rear Parking Sensors
6 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Audio System3 itemsSpeakers 4 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
2 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Comfort & Convenience18 itemsSeat Material Synthetic Leather · Seat Adjustments 10-way · Dual Zone Climate
32 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes7 itemsTyre Setup Square setup · Front Tyres 235/55 R19 · Rear Tyres 235/55 R19
2 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Lighting & Visibility7 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
12 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Suspension & Steering7 itemsFront Suspension McPherson Strut · Rear Suspension Torsion beam · Steering Type Electric assisted power steering
6 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Off-Road Capability1 itemHill Descent Control
13 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.
Warranty & Servicing3 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 7 years / 200k km · Roadside Assistance 5 years · Battery Warranty 8 years / 200k km
Price tracker
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Overview
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury is a 5-seat, rear-wheel-drive SUV with a plug-in hybrid petrol range extender setup making 120kW, which is the combined system output. It's priced from $36,990 drive-away, which is the maker's advertised drive-away price in Victoria. The claimed electric-only range is 170km from a 31.9kWh battery, and it'll take DC fast charging at a peak of 40kW. We don't have its fuel consumption, boot space or braked towing capacity on record yet, so those are worth checking before you buy. It suits someone who can charge at home and wants to do most daily driving on electric power with petrol as a backup.
Quick Insights
How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most
Economy & Emissions
Minimum RON
RON 91
Fuel Tank
43L
Electric Range
170 km
Range in the real world
How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figureTowing and load
The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to towCost to tow
The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.
⚠ Not every limit could be checked: the manufacturer publishes no GCM or towing capacity for this vehicle, so this verdict rests only on the limits that are published.
Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.
Off-Road Capability
The wedges are drawn from this vehicle’s published approach, departure and breakover angles, and the water line marks its published wading depth.
Unladen figures. Approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance all reduce once the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo or towball weight, so treat these as a best-case guide.
Manufacturer-published figures, shown as a guide. Not independently verified and may vary by variant, trim, tyre or model year. Vehicle drawings are schematic and ride-height differences are exaggerated for legibility. Confirm with the manufacturer before relying on them for off-road planning.
Child seats and anchors
5 seats
- ISOFIX
- 2
- Top tether
- Fitted
Which seats carry them: no data yet.
ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame.
Top tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat.
Anchor positions indicative (from the published count), pending per-seat verification.
Dimensions and capacity
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1700 mm
Wheelbase
2715 mm
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
GVM
2,185 kg
AU Licence
Car licence (C class) ✓
Built for quietness
- Acoustic glassNo data
- Active noise cancellationNo data
- Taller-sidewall tyres (55)
- Wheel sizeNo data
Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.
Specifications
Year
2026
Body Style
SUV
Fuel Type
Petrol
Powertrain
Range Extender
Transmission
No dataDrive Type
RWD
Seats
5
ANCAP Rating
ANCAP hasn't rated this model
Tyre & Sidewall Comparison
Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury
129mm wall
235/55 R19
235mm wide · 19" rim · 741mm OD
55-profile · Balanced profile
Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.
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Factory size (this car)
235/55R19
Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.
Performance
How quick is it?
No manufacturer 0-100 time is held for this car, so it isn't ranked.
Technology & Connectivity
7 confirmed · 13 no dataConnectivity
EV Technology
Audio System
Speakers
4
Body Type
SUV
Sport Utility Vehicle with raised ride height and larger cargo area. Available in small, medium, and large sizes.
5
Seats
Best For
- Family transport
- Cargo space
- Higher driving position
- Light off-road
Considerations
- Higher fuel consumption
- Larger parking footprint
- Higher purchase price
Fuel & Powertrain
Fuel Type
Petrol
What the car runs on
Powertrain
Range Extender (EREV)
Propulsion technology
Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
Plug-in Hybrid. Charges via household power point. Offers genuine electric-only range (typically 40-100km). Runs on petrol when battery depleted. Lowest running costs if charged regularly at home.
Electric-only range
170 km
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Pricing disclaimer: Displayed prices are based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MRRP) and estimated drive-away price, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes based on a Melbourne, VIC location. Prices may vary between states and territories. Additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers. Always confirm final pricing with your local authorised dealer.
Specifications: Vehicle specifications, features, and images are sourced from manufacturer data and may represent higher-spec variants. Standard equipment varies by variant. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision.
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P-plate vehicle rules, our reading
P-plate OK in all states and territories we cover. This reads the manufacturer's power and tare mass against each state's published rule.
- NSW: under the 130 kW per tonne line on tare mass. Transport for NSW P1 and P2 vehicle search
- VIC: under the 130 kW per tonne line on tare mass. VicRoads probationary vehicles database
- QLD: under the 130 kW per tonne line on tare mass (cars made from 2010; applies to provisional drivers under 25). Queensland high-powered vehicle checker
- SA: under the 130 kW per tonne line on tare mass (cars made from 2010; applies to provisional drivers under 25). South Australia high powered vehicle check
WA, TAS, ACT and NT have no power-based P-plate restriction in the conditions they publish.
Your state's own list overrides this reading: check it before you buy.
P-plate rules current as of 6 November 2026. Each state's rule can change and has its own list. We read the rules from the regulators and re-check them; confirm with your state before you buy.
Official Data Sources:
The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.
Forthing Taikon 5: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade
Every figure below is read off Forthing’s Australian documents for the 4 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.
Price band of each powertrain
| Powertrain | Grades | Price band |
|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid | 1 | $36,990drive-away (VIC) |
| Electric | 2 | $38,990 to $42,490drive-away (VIC) |
| Petrol | 1 | $40,490drive-away (VIC) |
Plug-in Hybrid: Range Extender Hybrid Luxury
Electric: BEV Exclusive and BEV Luxury
Petrol: Range Extender Hybrid Exclusive
Fuel or energy a year, estimated
No grade on this page holds an official combined consumption figure, so there is no estimate to make. We do not substitute a class average.
Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.
Warranty and servicing
- New-car warranty
- 7yr / 200,000 km
- Service interval
- No data
- Capped-price servicing
- No data for 4.
ANCAP, by exact grade
- ANCAP hasn't rated this model
A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.
Safety recalls on the Forthing Taikon 5
None of the recall notices we have verified is matched to the grades listed here. That is a statement about our register, not a clearance: check a specific car by VIN on the government’s Product Safety Australia recalls register before you buy.
Size, capacity and weights across the grades
| Figure | Across the grades | Grades holding it |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4 of 4 |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 4 of 4 |
| Height | 1,680 to 1,700 mm | 4 of 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 4 of 4 |
| Kerb weight | 1,810 kg | 2 of 4 |
| Fuel tank | 43 L | 2 of 4 |
Not yet on file for any grade on this page: ground clearance, boot space. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.
Every Forthing Taikon 5 variant in Australia, compared
4 variants of the Forthing Taikon 5 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.
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Every Forthing Taikon 5 variant in Australia, compared
4 variants of the Forthing Taikon 5 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.
Range Extender Hybrid Exclusive2026POA120kW / 240NmNo dataRWD5
Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Exclusive
- Power
- 120kW
- Torque
- 240Nm
- EV range
- 170km
- Drive
- RWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Exclusive is a five-seat, rear-wheel-drive SUV with a petrol plug-in hybrid setup, making 120kW as the combined system output. It's priced from $40,490 drive-away, which is the maker's advertised drive-away price in VIC. It carries a 31.9kWh battery with a claimed electric-only range of 170km, and it'll take DC fast charging at a peak of 40kW. We don't have its fuel consumption, boot space or braked towing capacity on record yet, so check those before you commit. It suits someone who wants to do most of their daily driving on electric power and still have petrol in the tank for longer trips.
Configure the Range Extender Hybrid ExclusiveBEV Exclusive2026POA150kW / 340Nm427km WLTPFWD5
Forthing Taikon 5 BEV Exclusive
- Power
- 150kW
- Torque
- 340Nm
- EV range
- 427km
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 750kg
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 BEV Exclusive is a 5-seat electric SUV with front-wheel drive and 150kW of motor output. It's priced from $42,490 drive-away, which is the maker's advertised drive-away price in VIC. You get a claimed 427km (WLTP) of range from a 64.4kWh battery, and DC fast charging peaks at 80kW. We don't have energy use or boot space figures on record yet, so check those in person if they matter to you. It suits someone after a family-sized electric SUV that can handle daily driving and the odd longer trip.
Configure the BEV ExclusiveRange Extender Hybrid Luxury2026POA120kW / 240NmNo dataRWD5
Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury
- Power
- 120kW
- Torque
- 240Nm
- EV range
- 170km
- Drive
- RWD
- Seats
- 5
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 Range Extender Hybrid Luxury is a 5-seat, rear-wheel-drive SUV with a plug-in hybrid petrol range extender setup making 120kW, which is the combined system output. It's priced from $36,990 drive-away, which is the maker's advertised drive-away price in Victoria. The claimed electric-only range is 170km from a 31.9kWh battery, and it'll take DC fast charging at a peak of 40kW. We don't have its fuel consumption, boot space or braked towing capacity on record yet, so those are worth checking before you buy. It suits someone who can charge at home and wants to do most daily driving on electric power with petrol as a backup.
Configure the Range Extender Hybrid LuxuryBEV Luxury2026POA150kW / 340Nm427km WLTPFWD5
Forthing Taikon 5 BEV Luxury
- Power
- 150kW
- Torque
- 340Nm
- EV range
- 427km
- Drive
- FWD
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 750kg
The 2026 Forthing Taikon 5 BEV Luxury is a five-seat, front-wheel-drive electric SUV with a 150kW motor and 340Nm of torque. It's priced from $38,990 drive-away, which is the maker's advertised drive-away price in Victoria. You get a 64.4kWh battery, a WLTP range of 427km and DC fast charging that peaks at 80kW, plus a braked towing figure of 750kg. We don't have its energy use or boot space on record yet, so check those in person if they matter to you. It suits buyers after a family-sized electric SUV with a clear drive-away price and a long warranty.
Configure the BEV Luxury