BYD has launched the Great Tang, a large electric SUV that pairs a competitive price with fast charging and a long claimed range. Now available in China, it starts at 239,900 yuan, about €30,600, and offers up to 950 kilometers under the Chinese CLTC standard. CLTC figures come from China’s test cycle and should not be treated as equivalent to European WLTP results or real-world highway range.
The Great Tang is positioned as a flagship for BYD’s latest technology. Prices range from 239,900 to 309,900 yuan, with versions differing in battery capacity and drivetrain, which affect range. The entry-level model delivers 800 kilometers of claimed CLTC range, while the top version reaches 950 kilometers. Reported battery options are 105.79 kWh and 130.15 kWh. Every variant has a seven-seat layout, making the SUV a practical choice for larger families or anyone needing extra space.
Ultra-Fast Charging
One of the Great Tang’s most impressive features is its charging capability. BYD attributes the claimed results to its Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging equipment, built around a 1,000-volt electrical architecture. The company says the battery can charge from 10% to 70% in about five minutes and from 10% to 97% in about nine minutes under normal-temperature conditions. Those times depend on compatible high-power chargers, not ordinary public charging equipment, and are manufacturer claims rather than guaranteed results at every station. Temperature can also affect charging performance. One report says extreme cold could add roughly three minutes.
Reaching 97% in nine minutes would require maintaining very high charging rates close to full, when charging power typically tapers. The five-minute charge from 10% to 70% is so a useful part of the claim for drivers weighing a short stop. BYD’s Flash Charger network is only beginning to emerge outside China, so the infrastructure needed to achieve the headline times is not yet widely available in Europe.
Performance and Versions
The entry-level Great Tang has a 105.79 kWh battery and rear-wheel lead, with 800 kilometers of claimed CLTC range. The higher-end version also has rear-wheel lead, but uses a 130.15 kWh battery and reaches the headline figure of 950 kilometers. For those seeking more power, the all-wheel-lead variant delivers up to 585 kW and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. Its range falls to 850 kilometers. The battery chemistry is lithium iron phosphate (LFP), used in BYD’s Blade battery family.
Luxury and Technology
Measuring over 5.2 meters in length, the Great Tang has a 2+2+3 seating configuration. The cabin pairs premium seats with large digital displays and a panoramic roof. BYD also fits its DiSus-A air suspension and an advanced driver-assistance system with roof-mounted LiDAR. These features put the SUV in the luxury segment, where it aims to compete with established European and American brands.
Market Impact and International Plans
Interest in the Great Tang was immediate. Information from CnEVPost, the model received more than 150,000 pre-orders during its debut at the Beijing Auto Show, underlining BYD’s strong position in China and its potential to challenge European manufacturers if it launches abroad.
BYD is preparing for international expansion. Executive vice president Stella Li confirmed that the Great Tang is expected to arrive in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region between late 2026 and early 2027. Its European price, final model name and WLTP-certified range will shape comparisons with rivals in those markets. Until a European WLTP figure is available, the 950-kilometer CLTC claim should not be compared directly with WLTP-rated SUVs.
The Great Tang’s fast charging, long claimed range and competitive pricing could reshape expectations for electric SUVs in Europe if BYD delivers on its promises and the required charging network becomes available.
