Who is BYD?
The brand's presence in Europe is still modest, but it is a leader in the automotive industry. As introduced in this article, the brand has achieved impressive figures over the last two years:
- 2022: nearly 900,000 electric cars sold
- 2021: nearly 600,000 vehicle sales, with the addition of nearly 1,700,000 plug-in hybrid models.
To talk about its history, BYD (Build Your Dreams) was founded in February 1995 in Shenzhen, China, by Wang Chuanfu.
The brand began by manufacturing lithium-ion batteries and has diversified over the years:
- Via the automotive sector: market entry in 2003
- Via rail transit: creation of SkyRail, a monorail system for example
- Via renewable energy
- Via electronics
To find out more : Are Chinese electric cars ready to conquer Europe?
BYD: what explains its leadership?
The company is first and foremost a battery manufacturer, where it is the market leader.
In fact, its batteries are built using a technology only available from BYD: the Blade battery . Rectangular and flat in shape, this technology has a number of advantageous features, including :
- High safety: thanks to lithium-iron-phosphate, the raw material improves cooling efficiency and preheating performance
- Extended range: by using the blade battery, the surface area is increased by more than 50%, unlike with conventional batteries. This ensures greater energy density and optimizes the vehicle's range.
- Longer battery life: the Blade battery has over 5,000 charge/discharge cycles. This is well beyond conventional batteries, which cycle between 1,000 and 1,500 times, and have an average lifespan of around 10 years, according to many manufacturers.
Read also: How much does an electric car battery cost?
BYD: electric models due in 2023
The year 2023 is shaping up well for the Chinese brand. A number of electric vehicles are already on the global market, and new models are already in the pipeline.
BYD ATTO 3
At the start of 2023, it's the BYD ATTO 3a compact SUV is the talk of the town. Indeed, this BYD electric is based on the new e-platform 3.0, bringing safety, performance and longer life to the vehicle.
With all this technology, the car is equipped with a 150 kW (200 hp) engine and a range of up to 420 km.
As for recharging, the ATTO 3 has a capacity of 88 kW DC, capable of recharging the vehicle from 30% to 80%, in just 29 min.
The vehicle is priced at €46,690 and comes in 4 different colors:
- Surf blue
- Ski white
- Climbing gray
- Course red
Find out more : BYD ATTO 3: technical data
BYD HAN
The latest addition to the catalog is the BYD HAN. A luxurious electric sedan5-meter long, powered by a 380 kW motor.
This electric car is not just a means of getting around, it's also a mobile energy source. We're talking about V2L (Vehicle to Load) technology. Thanks to the BYD HAN, you can recharge other electrical items such as camping equipment, laptops and electric bicycles.
The BYD HAN is offered à 70 800 € in 6 colors:
- Space black
- Timeless grey
- Snow white
- IA Blue
- Imperial red
- Mountain green
Find out more : BYD HAN : Technical data
BYD TANG
A second electric SUV completes the range: the BYD TANG.
With up to 400 km of range (in the WLTP cycle), the BYD TANG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.
To recharge the BYD TANG, 30 minutes is enough for a 30-80% charge with 120 kW.
Like most electric vehicles on the market, you can control your BYD TANG remotely, using the BYD application. For example, you can:
- Unlocking the vehicle
- Set the temperature inside the vehicle in advance
- Check tire pressure
- Check vehicle range and power level
The application is available free of charge on the App Store and Google Play.
This car costs 70 800 €all options included, so all you have to do is choose your color:
- Black sand silver
- Mountain gray
- Snow white
- Stone blue
- Imperial red
For more information: BYD TANG - Technical data
Regarding the marketing of these electric cars on French soil, at the Mondial de l'Automobile in October 2022Carlos, Managing Director and co-founder of Cosmobilis (under the BYmyCAR subsidiary)subsidiary, presented the 3 electric models and announced his exclusive partnership with the BYD brand.
To make sales possible, Cosmobilis has already opened a BYD outlet in Paris, on Rue de Rivoli, and will continue to expand throughout France.
Good to know: in France, only one finish is available on each vehicle, with all options included. For further information, please contact our experts.
| BYD ATTO 3 | BYD HAN | BYD TANG | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Peak power (kWh) |
150 |
380 |
380 |
|
Horses (hp) |
204 |
487 |
516 |
|
Range (km) |
400 |
521 (WLTP combined cycle) |
420 (WLTP combined cycle) |
|
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/s (s) |
7,3 |
3,9 |
4,6 |
|
Charging time (30 to 80%) |
29 min |
30 min. |
30 min. |
|
Price |
46 690 € |
70 800 € |
70 800 € |
The main BYD electric car models
BYD Atto 3 62kWh
Purchase price €37,990
(list price excluding bonus)
Low-cost leasing for professionals from €483 / month
- Range (WLTP): 420 km
- Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h): 7.3 sec
- Fast charge (from 20% to 80%): 37 min.
BYD TANG 88 kWh
Purchase price €70,800
(list price excluding bonus)
- Range (WLTP): 400 km
- Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h): 4.6 sec
- Fast charge (from 20% to 80%): 45 min.
BYD HAN 88 kWh
Purchase price €70,800
(list price excluding bonus)
- Range (WLTP): 521 km
- Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h): 3.9 sec
- Fast charge (from 20% to 80%): 44 min.
BYD and Tesla: a duel or a collaboration?
Tesla and BYD are competitors on the market, since both car brands offer similar electric cars, both sedans and high-end SUVs.
However, there are a few nuances to consider. The American brand has chosen its competitor to supply BYD's Blade batteries and integrate them into their Tesla Model Y Rear-wheel drive. As we mentioned earlier, BYD has a wealth of know-how when it comes to electric batteries. These make their vehicles more efficient, as do those of their competitors.
Despite this collaboration, the Chinese brand wants to accelerate its position in the market and confront Tesla, in particular with numerous models such as the BYD Seal, a competitor to the Model 3.
For now, Tesla has managed to hold on to its number 1 position in the European electric vehicle market. Not least thanks to price cuts on its Model 3 and Model Y Propulsion at the beginning of 2023, to enable them to benefit from the ecological bonus. But many Chinese brands are arriving on the European market, and represent a real threat to the American automaker.
Conclusion
The year 2023 is off to a good start for the Chinese brand BYD, and its development is not about to stop, especially with all the new products planned.
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