BYD Han Launched In China With Plug-In Hybrid And Electric Powertrains

BYD has launched their new Han sedan in China.

Available in plug-in hybrid and electric configurations, the Han is an eco-friendly luxury car that will eventually be sold in a number of markets.

Starting with the electric versions, there is a long range variant in standard and premium trims. They cost ¥229,800 ($32,848) and ¥255,800 ($36,565), respectively.

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Both have a 76.9 kWh battery pack and a front electric motor that develops 219 hp (163 kW / 222 PS) and 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) of torque. They can accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 7.9 seconds and travel up to 376 miles (605 km) in the NEDC cycle.

The high-performance variant starts at ¥279,500 ($39,953) and adds a rear electric motor with 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) of torque. This gives the all-wheel electric vehicle a combined output of 487 hp (363 kW / 494 PS) and 501 lb-ft (680 Nm) of torque.

Those are some impressive numbers and they enable the Han to rocket from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.9 seconds which makes it “China’s fastest EV in production.” However, the performance comes at a cost as the range drops to 342 miles (550 km).

For customers who aren’t ready to go fully electric, there’s the Han DM plug-in hybrid which starts at ¥219,800 ($31,419). It features a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine which produces 189 hp (141 kW / 192 PS) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque. It’s joined by a 15.2 kWh battery and an electric motor that develops 241 hp (180 kW / 245 PS) and 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) of torque.

This setup gives the car a combined output of 430 hp (321 kW / 436 PS) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. It allows the model to run from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.7 seconds and claim the title as China’s fastest accelerating plug-in hybrid sedan. The model can also travel 50.3 miles (81 km) on electricity alone and 497+ miles (800+ km) overall.

The Han is roughly the size of the Tesla Model S as it measures 195.2 inches (4960 mm) long, 75.2 inches (1910 mm) wide and 58.8 inches (1495 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 115 inches (2920 mm). It also comes equipped with LED headlights, flush-mounted door handles and digital key technology.

Moving into the cabin, there’s a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 15.6-inch floating infotainment system. Other highlights leather or Nappa leather seats, wood or aluminum trim, and a wireless smartphone charger. There’s also a dual-zone automatic climate control system and a heated / ventilated driver’s seat.

Like many modern automobiles, the Han comes equipped with an assortment of driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise control with stop and go, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist and traffic sign recognition technology. The model can also be outfitted with optional systems such as a blind spot monitor, rear collision warning and rear cross traffic alert.

Following its launch in China, the Han will eventually arrive in Europe.