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BYD e3 35.2 kWh (95 Hp) BEV
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BYD e3:
The BYD e2 is a battery electric compact hatchback developed by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto. Its sedan variant is sold as the BYD e3.
The BYD e2 was unveiled during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019. The standard BYD e2 is equipped with a BYD-1814-TZ-XS-A permanent magnet motor with the maximum output of 94 hp while the BYD e2 400 is equipped with a permanent magnet motor with the maximum output of 134 hp , with the maximum torque of both motors being 180 N-m....(Read more on Wikipedia)
e3 Overview:
BYD e3 (e3). Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The BYD e3 generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. While standard safety features like ABS are present, a comprehensive independent safety assessment is unavailable.
35.2 kWh (95 Hp) BEV Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for urban driving with 95 Hp and 10.3s 0-100km/h, but not designed for spirited highway acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Offers a practical 305 km electric range, suitable for daily commutes and short trips, with efficient energy consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical electric range for urban use (especially 47.3 kWh variant)
- • Spacious interior and large trunk for its class
- • Competitive pricing for an EV (implied value)
- • Reliable electric powertrain technology from BYD
Cons:
- • Modest performance, not suited for spirited driving
- • Limited top speed (130 km/h) for highway cruising
- • Basic interior features compared to premium EVs
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BYD |
| Model: | e3 |
| Generation: | e3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 35.2 kWh (95 Hp) BEV |
| Start of production: | October, 2019 |
| End of production: | May, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Max. weight: | 1630 |
| Max load: | 405 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 560 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4450 mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm |
| Height: | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2610 mm |
| Front track: | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 35.2 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 95 Hp |
| System torque: | 180 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 305 km |
| Electric motor power: | 95 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 180 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor model/code: | 1814-TZ-XS-A |
| Battery voltage: | 336 V |
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