BYD has revealed the striking interior of its third-generation Tang electric SUV, featuring enormous digital displays and a futuristic dashboard that looks more like the cockpit of a science-fiction spacecraft than a conventional family car.

The new five-seat SUV is expected to launch in China before the end of 2026, sitting below the larger Da Tang in the manufacturer’s expanding model range.

According to the brand, the cabin was inspired by the control panels of futuristic aircraft, with two enormous screens dominating the dashboard.

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The centrepiece is a 35.4-inch integrated display, accompanied by a second 30-inch panoramic screen stretching across much of the dashboard.

Together, they create an almost continuous digital environment, complemented by sweeping ambient lighting across the dashboard and doors.

Buyers will have a choice of two interior colour schemes, Dune Beige and Amber Brown, with diamond-quilted leather upholstery and a panoramic glass roof adding to the upmarket presentation.

Despite its considerable dimensions, the new Tang accommodates five rather than seven occupants, placing greater emphasis on passenger comfort.

Second-row passengers receive reclining zero-gravity captain-style seating, with more than 1000mm of legroom.

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Measuring 5045mm long and 1980mm wide, the Tang is substantially larger than many conventional medium SUVs.

Beneath the bodywork, BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery technology offers two battery capacities, approximately 88.7kWh and 105.8kWh.

Claimed Chinese-market driving ranges extend from 730km to 850km, depending on the version, although these figures use the more generous CLTC testing standard.

A 300kW electric motor is listed, while BYD’s latest rapid-charging technology promises a recharge from 10 to 70 per cent in as little as five minutes under suitable conditions.

Other technology includes electronically controlled air suspension and advanced driver-assistance systems.

The Tang also features full-width exterior lighting, semi-concealed door handles and a choice of 20- or 21-inch wheels.

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Although the Tang is not currently sold in Australia, a local introduction during 2027 remains a possibility rather than a confirmed plan.

Should it arrive, the five-seat electric SUV could provide an alternative to larger family vehicles such as the Hyundai Santa Fe, albeit with a distinctly different powertrain and cabin layout.