BYD’s explosion— The world’s leading electric car manufacturer BYD has officially launched the new ‘flash charging’ editions of Fangchengbao Bao 5 and Bao 8, making its mark in the automobile world. These hybrid off-road SUVs are not only in the news for their superfast charging technology, but the Yunian-P Ultra suspension technology given in them gives them the power to bounce over potholes and also run on three wheels.

BYD’s blast: 5 minutes charging and tire change without jack, ‘flash’ edition of Bao 5 and Bao 8 launched

70% battery in 5 minutes charging: technological revolution

This new flash charging technology from BYD supports 1000V DC charging. The company claims that with the help of this technology the vehicle’s battery can be charged from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes. At the same time, it takes only 9 minutes for the battery to be filled up to 97%. The company plans to install 20,000 such high-voltage charging stations in China by the end of 2026.

Tire can be changed without jack: air bouncing technology

The biggest feature of these models is their Yunian-P Ultra (DiSus-P) suspension system. It is the world’s first all-scenario intelligent hydraulic body control system.

• Driving on three wheels: In case of tire burst or any emergency, this car can also run balanced on three wheels.
• No need of jack: This system can lift any one wheel of the vehicle up to 300mm, due to which there is no need of jack to change the tyre.
• 9 Ton Lifting Capacity: This suspension is capable of lifting up to 9 tonnes of weight, making it one of the strongest off-road SUVs in the world.

Unique combination of power and range

Bao 8 has a 2.0T plug-in hybrid system, which generates power of 550 kW (about 748 hp) and torque of 760 Nm. This huge SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds. With a fully charged battery and full tank, its total range goes up to 1380 kilometers.

keeping an eye on the Indian market

“BYD is taking its off-road technology to the global level. For India too, the company is working on a special model, which will be designed according to the roads here and the needs of the customers.”
— Auto Experts and Industry Sources

BYD in India has recently filed a design patent for the Bao 8 (Leopard 8), which indicates that this luxury off-roader may soon be seen taking on the likes of the Land Rover Defender on Indian roads. Its starting price in China starts from around Rs 43.1 lakh (3,05,800 Yuan).