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BYD Han facelift 2022 85.4 kWh (245 Hp) Electric
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BYD Han:
The BYD Han is a series of full-size sedan manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2020. It is a flagship model of BYD's Dynasty Series passenger vehicles, and was named after the Han Dynasty, the first golden age of Imperial China.
Since its introduction, the Han has been available as a battery electric vehicle marketed as Han EV and several plug-in hybrid variants. The Han EV was notable for being the earliest Chinese car that is capable of a 0–100 km/h acceleration in around 3 seconds. In 2022, BYD refreshed the Han by replacing the Han DM plug-in hybrid with two variants, the Han DM-i as a efficiency-oriented model and the Han DM-p as a performance-oriented model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2022 Overview:
BYD Han (facelift 2022). At around 2100 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 185 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.
85.4 kWh (245 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, immediate electric torque for confident daily driving, though not a performance variant. Acceleration is smooth and adequate for most situations.
Fuel Economy
Excellent all-electric range of 701 km (CLTC), making it highly efficient for long commutes and reducing reliance on public charging infrastructure.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Diverse and highly efficient powertrain options (BEV and PHEV)
- • Impressive electric range for both BEV and PHEV variants
- • Strong performance, especially in AWD and DM-p trims
- • Premium interior quality and advanced technology features
- • BYD Blade Battery safety and longevity
Cons:
- • Limited availability outside of specific markets
- • Brand recognition still growing in some regions
- • No Euro NCAP rating available (though C-NCAP is strong)
- • Charging infrastructure might be a concern in some areas for BEV
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Han: March, 2021 - April, 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BYD |
| Model: | Han |
| Generation: | facelift 2022 |
| Modification (Engine): | 85.4 kWh (245 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | September, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2100 |
| Max. weight: | 2475 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4995 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1910 mm mm |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2920 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1640 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1650 mm |
| 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 85.4 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 245 Hp |
| System torque: | 350 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 701 km |
| All-electric range (CLTC): | 701 km |
| Electric motor power: | 245 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 350 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 13.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Average Energy consumption (CLTC): | 13.5 kWh/100 km |
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