BYD Leopard 8 (FangChengBao) Localization in Kyiv: DiLink, Internet and CarPlay

You've got a BYD Leopard 8 (FangChengBao) — a large plug-in hybrid SUV with a spacious, premium cabin. But out of the box its DiLink infotainment speaks Chinese, many online services are built for the domestic market, and familiar navigation and apps don't behave the way you'd expect in Kyiv. This isn't a fault — it's a matter of adapting the software for the Ukrainian region. At EVLANG that's exactly what we do: we bring back a native language, stable internet and convenient services without touching the car's critical systems.

What it is and why you need it

DiLink is BYD's infotainment platform — the heart of the "smart" cabin in the Leopard 8 and the rest of the brand's line-up. It runs the menus, voice assistant, navigation, media, head-up display and online features. The catch with a car imported from the Chinese market is that the interface and services are tuned for another country: Chinese menus, ties to domestic accounts and maps, and unstable connectivity on local networks.

Localization means adapting that software to Ukrainian reality. You get a clear language, correct navigation with local maps and traffic, working internet and the apps you're used to. For a hybrid like the Leopard 8 it matters even more: the screen is how you control drive modes, charging and comfort settings.

What's included and how we work

We follow a transparent, safe process:

• First we back up the current infotainment configuration, so we can restore the factory state if needed.
• We only touch the language and service settings in DiLink. Critical control units — the hybrid powertrain, high-voltage battery, brakes and driver-assistance systems — are left untouched.
• If anything goes wrong or you change your mind, we perform a safe rollback.

Timing is straightforward: diagnostics take about 15 minutes, the work itself 1–2 hours. Everything is done at our workshop in Kyiv, 21 Prykoliyna St., open 09:00–21:00. For busy owners we offer an auto-concierge service — we pick up and return the car within the city.

Models and compatibility

We work with the whole BYD family on the DiLink platform:

• FangChengBao (Bao): Leopard 8 (Bao 8), Bao 5 — the sub-brand's hybrid SUVs.
• BYD passenger cars and crossovers: Seal, Han, Tang, Song, Atto 3, Dolphin and others.

Because configurations differ by model year and software version, we confirm the exact scope of work for your car after an inspection and a VIN check.

Prices and timing

We quote the exact price right after the VIN and a short inspection — with no hidden fees. Indicative packages:

Basic localization starts at $300, and from $350 for BYD. The final figure depends on the model, software version and the set of services you choose.

FAQ

What happens after an OTA update? Sometimes an over-the-air update restores part of the factory settings. If that happens, we re-apply the localization free of charge within 6 months.

Is it safe for the car? Yes. We back everything up first, work only with the infotainment and never touch critical ECUs. A rollback to the factory state is always possible.

How much and how long? We'll give you the exact price after the VIN, with no hidden fees. Diagnostics take about 15 minutes and the work 1–2 hours.

Ready to localize your Leopard 8?

Message us on Telegram, WhatsApp or Viber, or call +38 (063) 010-12-34 — we'll tell you exactly what's available for your car and quote the price after the VIN. For the full scope of work for the brand, see our BYD localization page.