Forthing Taikon
The Forthing Taikon is a fully electric medium SUV that went on sale in New Zealand in April 2026. Two variants are available, the Luxury and Exclusive, priced from $42,990 to $47,990, making it the second most affordable electric medium SUV on sale in New Zealand.
Both variants have a WLTP range of 400 km, from a battery of around 67 kWh.
Forthing Taikon Exclusive (2026)
Forthing Taikon ExclusiveNo changes to powertrain. Adds: 50W wireless smartphone charging with ventilation, Automatic window closing on rainy days, Rear Cargo Blind, Electric tailgate open and close, Rear privacy glass. Electric sunroof with shade blind. 6 speakers (instead of 4).
Performance
Range & Efficiency
Battery & Charging
Battery
DC fast charging
AC charging
Dimensions & Weight
Storage & Towing
Forthing Taikon Luxury (2026)
Forthing Taikon LuxuryPerformance
Range & Efficiency
Battery & Charging
Battery
DC fast charging
AC charging
Dimensions & Weight
Storage & Towing
Forthing Taikon Review
Cross-shopping?
Here are some other EVs, like the Forthing Taikon Luxury, that might be worth a look.
Top-selling medium SUV rival, a bit pricier, similar range and a proven badge.
RANGE
420 km
POWER
150 kW
PRICE
$49,990
* Driveaway
Same price and a strong seller, similar range, but smaller boot and lower towing.
RANGE
402 km
POWER
155 kW
PRICE
$42,990
* Driveaway
Pricier medium SUV with similar length, more range and power, plus a bigger max boot.
RANGE
430 km
POWER
160 kW
PRICE
$49,990
* Driveaway
Popular hatch for slightly more, with more range and rear-drive, but less boot and towing.
RANGE
452 km
POWER
140 kW
PRICE
$44,990
* Driveaway
Pricier but same 1500 kg towing, bigger boot and more room, with a similar range.
RANGE
420 km
POWER
160 kW
PRICE
$52,990
* DriveawayHow many Forthing Taikon have been sold in NZ?
There have been 41 registered to date (all NZ new).
