What is the range of BYD's pure electric vehicles?
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BYD's pure electric vehicles have a range between 305 kilometers and 520 kilometers, which varies depending on the energy density of the car's battery. Among BYD's pure electric models, the longest range is 520 kilometers, such as the BYD Tang and Qin Pro New Energy. Here are some precautions for using pure electric vehicles: 1. Maintain good driving habits and avoid charging in extremely cold environments, as it can damage the battery. 2. It is best to use slow charging and fully charge the battery at once to extend its lifespan. 3. If the car is not used for a long time, it should still be charged once to effectively prevent battery depletion. 4. Regular maintenance is required. The maintenance cycle for pure electric vehicles is generally every 10,000 kilometers or once a year.
The range of BYD's pure electric vehicles varies significantly, mainly depending on the specific model and battery configuration. For example, the Seal Long Range version that I often pay attention to can reach 700 kilometers, equipped with BYD's own 82.5 kWh Blade Battery. However, the actual range in daily driving is somewhat less, around 600 kilometers in summer with air conditioning on, and it drains faster when driving at 120 km/h on highways. As for smaller models like the Dolphin, they are more suitable for city commuting, with a labeled range of 400 kilometers and an actual range of around 350 kilometers, plus they are very convenient to charge. If you're looking for a balance between range and cost-effectiveness, the Yuan PLUS is a good choice, with a labeled range of 510 kilometers which is generally sufficient. In practice, I've found that the battery is most durable between 20% and 80% charge, outside of which the rate of battery drain changes noticeably.
As an average car owner, I bought the Han EV 4WD version last year with a claimed range of 610 km. After driving over 10,000 km, I found the actual range varies greatly depending on road conditions. During peak-hour traffic jams, the energy consumption is surprisingly low, allowing me to achieve over 550 km. However, using the heater in winter is brutal – at sub-zero temperatures, the range drops to just 70% of the nominal value. On one long-distance trip where I deliberately tested it, maintaining a constant 110 km/h cruise speed, the actual range was just over 450 km. My suggestion is to directly opt for the long-range version when purchasing – it significantly reduces range anxiety. Charging twice a week is sufficient for daily commuting, and for occasional long trips, a single 30-minute mid-journey charge can add 300 km of range.
