Chinese automaker BYD has just lifted the curtain on the 2023 Tang EV and draws attention due to its many curious features. This electric SUV isn’t your average car in the competitive EV market. It’s a seven-seat vehicle with a range that rivals some of the best in the business, and more importantly, it has an aggressive price tag.
2023 Tang EVIt has three models: the model with a range of 600 km is 32,000 euros, the model with a range of 730 km is 35,100 euros and the 635 km all-wheel drive version is 38,300 euros. You can get from point A to point B and maybe even point C without having to stop for a charge. And if you’re worried about the cost, don’t worry. These new models are actually cheaper than their 2022 counterparts. So, you get a car with more range for less money. What more could a person want?
Coming with brand new features and design, the Tang EV isn’t just about range and affordability. It’s also about style and content. The vehicle has new 20-inch wheels and comes equipped with the Disus-C intelligent damping body control system. In simpler terms, it’s like riding on a cloud that looks really cool.
All models of this vehicle, which also stands out for its connectivity features, are 5G-enabled, so you can broadcast, browse and tweet at your heart’s content without any lag (what’s tweeting these days?). And speaking of space, this SUV is pretty roomy. At 4,900mm in length, 1,950mm in width and 1,725mm in height, you won’t have to play a human game of Tetris to fit everyone and everything. Actually new Tang, new Audi Q8 e-tronIt’s just 15mm shorter than the .
Performance-wise, the Tang EV does not disappoint. Depending on the model, you have horsepower ranging from 225 to 510. All-wheel drive version 0-100 km/h acceleration only 4.4 seconds progress.
Let’s not forget the batteries. These SUVs come with BYD’s in-house Blade LFP batteries, which not only offer reliable performance but also support fast charging. You can charge from 30% to 80% in just 30 minutes. But not as fast as some competitors.
In addition to the Tang EV, BYD also introduced the 2023 plug-in hybrid models, Tang DM-i and Tang DM-p, with a price cut of more than 10% compared to their predecessors. It’s clear that BYD is committed to making electric and hybrid technology accessible to everyone. More precisely, it cannot afford to lag behind in Tesla’s relentless race to the bottom. Meanwhile Refreshed in Tesla Model 3.
So if you’re in China and in the market for an electric SUV that offers a mix of range, performance and affordability, the 2023 BYD Tang EV should be on your shortlist. There’s a good chance we’ll see the new Tang in Europe and other markets, but the one thing we won’t see is its attractive price – it’s fair to expect it to double in price once it reaches these shores. Finally, it should not be forgotten that there is an additional tax on vehicles from China in our country.