How many kilowatt-hours does it take to fully charge a BYD Qin?
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To fully charge a BYD Qin car, it takes about 9 hours using a household 220-volt power supply, consuming approximately 15 kilowatt-hours. With a professional charging station, it takes around half an hour. Below is a brief introduction about BYD: Basic Information: BYD is a Chinese automotive brand established in 1995, primarily producing commercial and family cars as well as batteries. Starting with a team of just over 20 people, BYD grew to become the world's second-largest rechargeable battery manufacturer by 2003, and in the same year, it established BYD Auto. Development Path: BYD Auto follows a development strategy of independent research, production, and branding, committed to creating truly affordable and high-quality vehicles for the people. The product designs incorporate advanced international trends while also aligning with the aesthetic values of Chinese culture.
I've been driving the BYD Qin Hybrid for almost a year now, using pure electric mode for my daily commute. A full charge consumes about 18 kWh of electricity. The car's battery capacity is 18.3 kWh, but due to charging losses such as charging pile heat dissipation, it actually uses around 19 kWh. I usually charge it slowly in my home garage overnight, which is very convenient. The electricity cost is extremely low - at our local rate of 0.5 yuan per kWh, it costs less than 10 yuan to drive over 100 kilometers, much more economical than using gasoline. Charging is faster in summer, taking only 6 hours, while in winter when the battery is cold, it takes over 8 hours. I remember monitoring the battery level frequently when I first bought it, but now I'm used to it and don't worry much. Overall, this car is quite worry-free.
