The new BYD Tang has been officially presented in Europe. It is a 100% electric SUV with a seven-seater interior. BYD has set out to revolutionize the European electric car market, and this new model is set to play a leading role. It has 400 kilometers of autonomy, all-wheel drive and a lot of equipment.
the step of BYD
for him Paris Motor Show 2022
has not gone unnoticed. This colossus of the Chinese automotive industry has taken advantage of the international showcase that this event represents to materialize its debut in Europe and symbolize the beginning of its assault on the Old Continent. In its expansion throughout Europe, BYD will bet everything on the electric car. And the new BYD Tang It will be a key model.
BYD has proposed a European range of three 100% electric vehicles. The new Tang is a seven-seater SUV that is called to play a leading role. And not only for having to face, among others, the Tesla Model Y. The new Tang boasts design, technology and, above all, performance. Let’s go into detail and review its main features.
The exterior design of the new BYD Tang
The images published by the brand allow us to discover at a quick glance the most characteristic features of the new Tang. Despite being an SUV-type vehicle, it quickly moves away from the rest of the models available at European dealerships. It exudes its own personality. At the front we find a gigantic grille that connects directly with some sharp and enveloping optical groups.
A chrome element runs along the top of the grille and, thanks to the design of the headlights, a very interesting effect of continuity is created. The optical groups use led technology. It is also worth noting the shape of the bumper with marked air intakes. The side view reveals the typical elements of an SUV. Plastic bumpers protect the underbody and roof racks add an air of adventure.
At the rear, following the market trend, there are rear lights in a horizontal arrangement. They are thin and physically connected through a strip of light, which helps to accentuate the feeling of width. The customization options exterior are quite limited, being able to only choose between several colors for the bodywork: Silver & Black, Mountain Grey, Snow White, Stony Blue and Emperor Red.
The measurements of the new BYD Tang
The interior and technology of the new BYD Tang
Leaving aside the outside, if we go into the interior of the new tang modern and technological. The passenger compartment has three rows of seats with a total of seven seats in arrangement 2+3+2. It should be noted that all these seats can be used by adult passengers.
Once settled in the driving position we will be enveloped by the atmosphere of a digital and connected car. presents a cu12.3-inch digital instrument panel which is combined with a 12.8-inch touch screen. A screen that can be rotated to more comfortably operate certain functions of the infotainment system.
The autonomy of the new BYD Tang
Beyond the design or the technological equipment, as it is an electric car, all eyes are focused on the propulsion system. The “heart” of the new Tang is a 86.4 kWh Blade technology LFP battery. The main purpose of the battery is to power two motors, one located on each axle. In this way, this BYD SUV can boast of having all-wheel drive.
The total power of the electric propulsion system reaches 380 kW (517 hp) and 680 Nm of maximum torque. It is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds while the top speed is limited to 180 km/h. The autonomy reaches 400 kilometers according to the WLTP cycle. It declares an average consumption of 23.8 kWh at 100 km.
The technical sheet of the new BYD Tang
In regards to the loading times, will vary depending on the electrical outlet used. BYD ensures that, with a 120 kW DC fast charging point, the recharging process from 30% to 80% can be completed in just 30 minutes.
Release date and prices of the new BYD Tang
When will it hit the market? The new Tang is now on sale in selected European markets. Unfortunately, Spain is not on the list of countries chosen by BYD to begin its commercial adventure. Before the end of this year the brand will be officially present in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, France and the United Kingdom.
At the moment the sale price that the new Tang will have in Spanish territory is unknown. Now, we can take as a reference the €72,000 from which it is available in Germany.
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