BYD's Super e-Platform Enables 249 Miles of Range in 5 Minutes

BYD introduces its Super e-Platform supporting 1,000 kW charging, adding 249 miles of range in 5 minutes. Learn how this breakthrough could change EV charging.

BYD has unveiled its groundbreaking Super e-Platform, promising to revolutionize the electric vehicle market. The new architecture enables charging at up to 1,000 kW, allowing an EV to gain approximately 360 miles of range in just five minutes. This milestone puts electric cars on par with traditional vehicles when it comes to refueling speed.

The platform operates at 1,000 volts and handles up to 1,000 amps, surpassing most current rivals like Lucid, which peaks at 800-900 volts. BYD positions this development as a technological leap designed to eliminate one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption—long charging times.

Alongside the platform, the company plans to build over 4,000 high-power charging stations across China. However, no specific timeline has been announced. In areas with weaker grid infrastructure, BYD confirmed it will integrate energy storage systems to reduce strain and avoid costly upgrades.

The first vehicles built on the new platform—the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV—are already available for pre-order in China, priced at $37,350 and $38,700 respectively. Both models feature cutting-edge electric motors, with the single-motor rear-wheel-drive version delivering 671 horsepower. The all-wheel-drive versions combine a high-performance 777-horsepower motor with a 308-horsepower front motor, bringing the total output to 1,084 horsepower.

Performance figures are equally impressive. The Han L sprints from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.7 seconds, while the Tang L achieves the same speed in 3.6 seconds. Additionally, the Han L boasts a top speed of 190 mph, with the Tang L reaching 170 mph. These specifications position BYD’s new models among the most powerful electric vehicles currently available.

Yet several questions remain. There are no independent tests of the Super e-Platform’s charging performance, and competitors like Tesla or Lucid have not issued any public reactions. It is also unclear whether BYD will launch commercial vehicles on the platform or adapt the technology for Europe and North America. Still, plans for a potential factory in Germany suggest the company has broader ambitions.

Industry experts point out that such powerful charging stations will require significant investment, and the cost of charging may be higher than usual. Even so, the Super e-Platform’s debut was impactful—BYD’s stock rose 6% on the day of the announcement. The company clearly aims to cement its position not just as a sales leader but also as a technology pioneer in the EV era.

Source: insideevs.com