BYD Datang. Photo by Larry Evans
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BYD’s Datang EV launched this week. While impressive on its own, the premium SUV becomes more impressive compared to other vehicles in China.
RWD Datang models are priced from 239,900 RMB ($35,502 USD) for 800 km of CLTC range up to 269,900 RMB ($39,941 USD) for the Flagship trim with a class-leading 950 km of range. The AWD Flagship comes in at 289,900 RMB ($42,908) with 850 km of range and a supercar-like 0-100 km/h time of 3.9s. Above the AWD Flagship, the Grand Edition offers the same capability but adds even more luxurious materials, finishes and amenities for 309,900 RMB ($45,778). All trims include BYD’s LiDAR-based God’s Eye B standard, with BYD assuming responsibility during Level 4 parking and city navigation.
The Datang is part of the new wave of premium, full-size SUV EVs in China, which also includes the hot selling XPENG GX. These vehicles tend to offer levels of performance, technology and amenities that exceed even legacy super-premium luxury brands. However, a comparison with other mainstream SUVs highlights the speed of progress in the Chinese market.
