2022 BYD Han EV gets more range & improved looks

The BYD Han EV that debuted in Might 2020 is but to go on sale in Europe, however in China, it has already obtained its first facelift. BYD has launched the brand new Han EV in its house market, however it hasn’t stated when it plans to export it to Europe.

Right here’s the whole lot it’s worthwhile to know in regards to the new BYD electrical automotive:

Design

The Han EV is a current launch that’s proving standard with Chinese language patrons and doesn’t want an in depth redesign. On the entrance, the 2022 Han EV incorporates a curvier bumper that includes C-shaped gloss black trim on the outer ends and a taller decrease air consumption. For a brand new look on the edges, BYD gives new alloy wheels and shaded (crimson or inexperienced) brake callipers.

The rear-end is noticeably totally different, because of a slimmer full-width tail lamp with inverted outer ends. The outer ends of the bumper are additionally new, that includes body-coloured panels as an alternative of black panels with horizontal stripes. C-shaped gloss black trim on each side repeat the styling of the front-end.

Inside

BYD has saved the inside design of the Han EV untouched, however has introduced different revisions for 2022. It has launched a head-up show and improved the UI of the infotainment system. One other change you’ll see within the cabin is the utilization of wooden grain trim on the middle console. Plus, each entrance and rear seats are new and have built-in headrests.

Specs

BYD has launched the 2022 Han EV in a 2WD variant and a 4WD variant. The 2WD variant has one motor producing 180 kW and 350 Nm of torque. Within the outdated mannequin, the 2WD variant generated 163 kW and 330 Nm of torque.

The 4WD variant of the 2022 Han EV sports activities two motors that develop a mixed energy of 380 kW and a mixed torque of 700 Nm. As compared, the outdated Han EV 4WD variant had two motors that supplied 363 kW of system energy and 680 Nm of system torque. The brand new Han EV’s rear motor is identical 200 kW/380 Nm unit; it’s the entrance motor that’s new (180 kW/350 Nm) providing further energy and torque.

AspectSpecification	Base Variant*	High-end Variant
Drivetrain Structure	2WD	4WD
No. of Motor(s)	One	Two
Max. System Energy	180 kW (241 hp)	380 kW (509 hp)
Max. System Torque	350 Nm (258 lb.-ft.)	700 Nm (516 lb.-ft.)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) Acceleration Time	To Be Disclosed	3.9 seconds
Battery Pack Capability	85.4 kWh	85.4 kWh
CLTC Vary	715 km (444 miles)	610 km (379 miles)
30-80% Quick-charging Time	To Be Disclosed	half-hour

The battery capability has additionally improved, from 64.8 kWh (2WD)/76.9 kWh (2WD/4WD) to 85.4 kWh (2WD/4WD) within the 2022 mannequin. The 64.8 kWh and 76.9 kWh battery packs delivered a spread of 506 km (2WD) and 605 km (2WD)/550 km (4WD), respectively, as per NEDC. The 85.4 kWh battery pack supplies a spread of 715 km (2WD)/610 km (4WD) as per CLTC.

Value

The 2022 BYD Han EV’s costs begin at CNY 269,800 (GBP 32,800/USD 40,287) and go as much as CNY 329,800 (GBP 40,094/USD 49,246). The costs listed above don’t consider any subsidies that could be out there, and that the top-end configuration just isn’t eligible for subsidy as a result of its value is above the ceiling. BYD might launch the brand new Han EV in Europe in the direction of the tip of 2022.

BYD Han in Europe

BYD’s newest motion in Europe is making a profitable product with the BYD Tang EV. The corporate launched the SUV in Norway in August 2021, and closed out 2021 with gross sales of 1,000+ items. The corporate showcased the Han EV in Europe in 2020, however it’s but to launch the car.

2022 BYD Han EV FAQs

Featured Picture: 2020 BYD Han EV, courtesy BYD