What is the charging method for the BYD Tang?
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BYD Tang features a dual-mode charging system. It can be charged externally via a charging station with a plug-in method, or it can utilize its own 2.0T gasoline engine to provide range-extending charging for the battery pack while driving. The BYD Tang is equipped with an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack. The BYD Tang is a mid-size SUV under the BYD brand, with body dimensions of 4870mm in length, 1940mm in width, and 1720mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2820mm. The entire BYD Tang lineup is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, which delivers a maximum power of 141 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 320 Newton-meters. This engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've been driving the BYD Tang for two years, and the most frequently used charging method is the home charging station. The manufacturer installed a 7 kW wall-mounted charging station, using the household 220-volt power supply. I plug in the charging gun at 10 PM and charge until the next morning, taking advantage of the off-peak electricity rates, which is very cost-effective. The car is set to charge during this time, and a full charge takes about 10 hours. In case of emergencies, I use public fast-charging stations, which are available in the underground parking lots of large shopping malls. Plugging into the national standard DC port, it can charge up to 80% in half an hour, but the cost is three times that of home charging. When traveling to the suburbs, I bring along the portable charger, which can be connected to a regular air-conditioning socket, but the power is lower, requiring 15 to 16 hours for a full charge. Before long-distance trips, it's essential to check the charging stations along the route. Nowadays, the coverage of charging stations in highway service areas is quite high, and navigation apps can display real-time availability. The charging port is located above the right rear wheel, and the layout may vary slightly depending on the model year.
