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BYD Yuan EV 53.2 kWh (94 Hp)
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BYD Yuan:
The BYD Yuan is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Auto, slotting below the BYD Song compact crossover. It is part of BYD's "Dynasty Series" of production vehicles, and is named after the Yuan dynasty.
Released since March 2016, the BYD Yuan is currently available only as an all-electric vehicle, although previously a gasoline and a plug-in hybrid version were also offered. The gasoline version of BYD Yuan was sold since 2015 as the BYD S1 before being renamed and becoming part of the Yuan family. In some markets the S1 name was kept, and reused even for the all-electric version. The BYD S2 is an all-electric subcompact crossover that is essentially a rebadged Yuan, shorter than the original Yuan and the S1, and was launched in 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
EV Overview:
BYD Yuan (EV). With a weight of 1580 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The BYD Yuan EV generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings for this specific model are primarily available through C-NCAP (China New Car Assessment Program), not Euro NCAP.
53.2 kWh (94 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is modest, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration of 13.9 seconds. While adequate for city driving and daily commutes, it lacks the spirited acceleration often associated with EVs and may feel underpowered on highways.
Fuel Economy
The 53.2 kWh battery provides a commendable electric range of 400-500 km, making it a strong contender for efficiency in its segment. This range is excellent for daily use and even longer trips, minimizing range anxiety.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Impressive electric range for its battery size
- • Practical SUV body style with decent cargo space
- • Potentially strong value proposition in its market
- • Suitable for urban and suburban driving
Cons:
- • Underwhelming acceleration and overall performance
- • Older design compared to newer BYD models
- • Limited availability and support in some international markets
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating for global comparison
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BYD |
| Model: | Yuan |
| Generation: | EV |
| Modification (Engine): | 53.2 kWh (94 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| End of production: | 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.8 kg/Hp, 59.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1580 |
| Max. weight: | 1955 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4360 mm mm |
| Width: | 1785 mm mm |
| Height: | 1680 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2535 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 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 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 53.2 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 94 Hp |
| System torque: | 180 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 400-500 km |
| Electric motor power: | 94 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 180 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor model/code: | BYD-1814TZ-XS-A |
| Battery voltage: | 394.2 V |
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