BYD Han

The BYD Han () is a series of full-size sedan (E-segment) manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer BYD Auto since 2020. It is a flagship model of BYD's Dynasty Series passenger vehicles, and was named after the Han Dynasty, the first golden age of Imperial China.

Since its introduction, the Han has been available as a battery electric vehicle marketed as Han EV and several plug-in hybrid variants. The Han EV was notable for being the earliest Chinese car that is capable of a acceleration in around 3 seconds. In 2022, BYD refreshed the Han by replacing the Han DM plug-in hybrid with two variants, the Han DM-i as a efficiency-oriented model and the Han DM-p as a performance-oriented model.

In 2025, BYD introduced the Han L, a slightly larger sedan with an all-new ground-up design, updated equipment and more powerful powertrain. It is also available in three powertrain options, the DM-i, DM-p, and EV.

Concept

The Han was preceded by the E-SEED GT concept car, presented at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show. The concept car is a coupe that features gullwing doors, an all-wheel drive layout, and a time of less than 4 seconds.

File:BYD Han 001.jpg, E-SEED GT concept that previewed the production sedan
File:BYD Han 002.jpg, E-SEED GT concept (rear)

Han (2020)

The first pictures of the production model BYD Han were released in January 2020, prior to its introduction at the planned Beijing Auto Show in April 2020. The model went on sale in China in July 2020.

Since 2021, a version dedicated for ride-hailing purposes is available as the BYD e9.

Han DM

The Han DM ("dual mode") is the plug-in hybrid variant of the BYD Han. The Han DM is developed on the four-wheel drive DM3 platform, with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain that produces from its rear permanent-magnet synchronous motor and from the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, bringing the combined output power to . It has a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and can accelerate from in 4.7 seconds.

Based on the NEDC driving cycle, the combined fuel consumption is , and the fuel consumption of the internal combustion engine is .

There are two versions of Han DM: the basic Luxury model (豪华型) and a more equipped Majestic model (尊贵型) with upgraded stereo systems and extra comfort options.

File:2021 BYD Han DM.jpg, Han DM
File:2020 BYD Han DM (rear).jpg, Rear view

Powertrain

Han EV

The Han EV is the battery electric variant of the BYD Han, and all its models are designed with a 76.9 kWh battery pack, which claims to be rapid-chargeable from 30 to 80% in 25 minutes. The Han EV utilises a new proprietary lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery design which BYD dubbed the blade battery, claiming to take up less space than a conventional LFP battery of the same energy capacity.

The base model Han EV, called the Extended Range model (超长续航版), is front-wheel drive with a reported all-electric range ( NEDC) of . It is powered by a electric motor that can accelerate from in 7.9 seconds. There are two versions of this base model: the basic Luxury model (豪华型), while the more featured Majestic model with extra advanced driver-assistance systems, blind spot detection, better stereo systems and other comfort options.

The Flagship model (旗舰型) is a four-wheel drive with an additional rear motor, bringing the total power output to , and reportedly can accelerate from in just 3.9 seconds. It is rated at a NEDC all-electric range of with more added features than the Majestic model.

File:Red BYD Han EV.jpg, 2020–2022 Han EV (pre-facelift)
File:BYD Han EV CRI 01 2022 3637.jpg, Rear view

Powertrain

2022 facelift

BYD released the updated versions of the Han, which includes the Han EV Founding Edition, Han EV Green Edition, Han DM-i and Han DM-p in April 2022.

Han DM-i and Han DM-p

The Han DM-i is the facelift replacing the original Han DM and focuses on fuel economy with four versions available, three of which have a battery range of and one with a battery range of . The DM-i model has a combined range of up to . The Han DM-p (p for 'performance') has a acceleration time of 3.7 seconds.

File:BYD Han DM-i 2022082101.jpg, Han DM-i
File:BYD Han DM-i 2022082102.jpg, Rear view
File:BYD Han DM-p IMG003.jpg, Han DM-p

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Han EV

The updated Han EV features restyled front lower bumper and the updated rear end also shared with the updated DM-i and DM-p variants and was launched with the Han EV Founding Edition, including one variant with a range of and two variants with a range of .

File:BYD Han EV IAA 2023 1X7A0645.jpg, BYD Han EV (2022 facelift)
File:BYD Han EV IAA 2023 1X7A0642.jpg, Rear view
File:BYD Han EV IMG 1723.jpg, Interior

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2024 refresh

BYD introduced the 2025 model year Han in September 2024, while reducing its prices. While previously the Han plug-in hybrid and EV version has different front clip design, since the 2025 model year all Han models shares the same front fascia adopted from the Han EV. The plug-in hybrid system of the Han DM-i was upgraded to the latest DM-i 5.0 platform.

The 2025 Han is also equipped with BYD's DiPilot 300 advanced driver assistance system with LiDAR and Nvidia Orin-X system-on-a-chip, that offers highway and urban pilot assistance. It also includes the DiSus-C intelligent damping system, which adjusts suspension for comfort or stability.

File:GD 廣東 Guangdong DG 東莞 DongGuan 萬道路 WanDao Road 萬江華南商場 WanJiang South China Mall shop car showroom December 2024 R12S 06.jpg, BYD Han DM-i (2024 facelift)

Awards

The Han EV won the 2021 iF Design Award, the first ever sedan model from a Chinese car brand.

BYD e9

The BYD e9 was officially launched in March 2021, complimenting other e-series products such as the e2, e3, e5 and e6. It being pitched against medium and large pure electric sedans for the high-end online ride-hailing market. The e9 is largely based on the Han EV and features the Han DM front end styling, with different grille insert and logos. It also uses conventional door handles.

The e9 is available with a single-motor two-front wheel drive model with a maximum power of , a maximum torque of , an NEDC cruising range of , and an acceleration from in only 7.9 seconds. It takes 30 minutes to charge the power from 30% to 80% with fast charge mode.

The car disappeared from the market later that same year.

File:BYD e9 001.jpg, BYD e9 (pre-facelift)
File:BYD e9 002.jpg, Rear view (pre-facelift)
File:BYD e9 004 (cropped).jpg, BYD e9 (facelift)

Han L (2025)

The BYD Han L was first unveiled on 17 January 2025 alongside the related Tang L, with technical details revealed and pre-orders opening on 17 March, with the launch expected in early April. It is positioned and priced above the existing BYD Han, while the previous Han continues to be offered as a cheaper model. The vehicle is also expected to launch in overseas markets following its domestic release.

The Han L is longer, wider, and taller than the standard Han.

Design

The Han L is described by BYD as a "carrier" of Chinese culture, reflecting the Dynasty Series emphasis on integrating traditional Chinese aesthetics into vehicle design. Designed under the lead BYD's global design director Wolfgang Egger, the model incorporates the " Loong Face" design language that replaced the previous "Dragon Face". Some design elements are chosen for its cultural significance, such as its taillights inspired by a " Phoenix wings", along with details such as the "dragon mustache" chrome element on the front end and brushstroke-shaped D-pillars.

The interior of the Han L is also claimed to incorporate influences from traditional Chinese clothing and other cultural elements. Some materials inside adopts bamboo-wood fusion texture.

File:BYD Han L EV 002.jpg, Rear view
File:BYD Han L EV 003.jpg, Interior

Equipment

The model is equipped with a refrigerator, fragrance system, wireless charging, and Dynaudio speakers. It offers front-row shoulder space and shoulder space for the rear passengers.

The EV variants of the Han L introduces BYD's Super e-platform, which use a new blade battery design capable of 10 C charging at a peak rate of 1000kW, allowing it to gain of range within five minutes.

The model will also receive BYD's God's Eye B ADAS system, which utilizes a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor.

Powertrain

The Han L offers two powertrain options, battery electric and plug-in hybrid.

The electric variant is based on BYD's newest Super e platform with the blade battery using a 945V electrical architecture. Additionally, it is equipped with 1,500V silicon carbide semiconductors used to power the motors. It is available in single-motor and dual-motor configurations, with maximum outputs of and , respectively.

The dual-motor variant includes a front motor and a rear motor with a peak output of and of torque, which has a peak RPM of 30,500. It produces at 30,000 RPM, and has a sustained rating of and or torque. The rear motor is the world's second most powerful electric motor ever produced, after the Koenigsegg Gemera, and has a power density of 16.4kW/kg, which BYD says is the highest in the industry. The dual-motor version is capable of reaching from a stop in 2.7 seconds, in 4.74 seconds, and has a top speed of .

Power is supplied by a FinDreams 83.2kWh LFP battery pack which supports dual-dispenser 1000kW DC charging. This allows the pack to charge from 16-80% in 10 minutes, or 16-100% at in 24 minutes. Single-motor variants have a CLTC range rating of , while dual-motor models are capable of .

The plug-in hybrid Han L is available in DM-i and DM-p variants. The DM-i version pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing with an electric motor delivering , while the DM-p variant adds an additional motor. It is equipped with a 29.5kWh LFP FinDreams battery pack, allowing for CLTC fully electric range ratings of and for the DM-i and DM-p versions, respectively.

acceleration times range from 2.7 seconds for the EV model to 3.9 seconds for the DM-p version.

Sales

See also

* List of BYD Auto vehicles

References

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