In the beginning of the year of the dragon in 2024, BYD redefined the price of electric cars by introducing the Honor Edition models. For example, the Qin PLUS Honor Edition, which was launched at the beginning of the year with a starting price of 79,800 yuan (11090$), has given consumers a new understanding of electric cars. At the same time, it also created a historic moment of “electric lower than oil” from “oil and electricity at the same price”. Subsequently, BYD launched a series of Honor Edition models for its models, which not only have price advantages compared to other versions of BYD models, but also further upgraded in terms of configuration. This is all thanks to BYD’s continuous research and development of core new energy technology over the years. With the accumulation of technological advantages, BYD has been able to expand its layout in the field of new energy, and benefit more consumers with the combination of safe and efficient blade batteries and the powerful and fuel-efficient DM-i super hybrid system, successfully taking root and blossoming in the field of new energy.
In terms of sales, BYD sold a total of 3,024,417 new cars in 2023, with passenger car sales reaching 3,012,906, a year-on-year increase of 61.8%, securing the annual sales championship in the Chinese automobile market. With a well-established supply chain system and sales advantage, BYD is able to achieve high quality at low prices.
BYD announced that the Yuan PLUS Glory Edition was officially launched on March 4th, with 5 models priced between 11.98-14.78 million yuan, and upgrades to design and intelligent configuration. The Yuan PLUS model is BYD’s best-selling pure electric SUV, with a youthful design, spacious interior, and clear product positioning. In 2023, the annual sales of Yuan PLUS surpassed 410,000 units, winning the A-class pure electric annual sales crown. As BYD’s first “strategic global” passenger car, Yuan PLUS has been sold to more than 70 countries and regions worldwide, and has successfully won the new energy sales crown in Sweden, Singapore, New Zealand, and many other countries, gaining recognition and praise from consumers worldwide.
The Honor version of the Yuan PLUS model not only adjusts the price, but also enhances the product strength. The new car maintains the design of the current model, and globally debuts the Black Knight exterior color, with a blackened body that looks more sporty.
The interior also adopts the design style of the current model, with a large number of circular design elements and an overall black color scheme, as well as fluorescent color stitching on the seats, creating a more sporty and textured atmosphere. In terms of intelligence, the BYD Yuan PLUS Honor edition retains the classic rotating PAD and Dilink intelligent network connection system. The new car upgrades intelligent voice continuous calling, supports one-time wake-up, multiple interactions, continuous conversation, and further improves voice efficiency. In terms of safety configuration, the BYD Yuan PLUS Honor edition not only uses a large amount of high-strength materials in hardware, with a proportion of hot-formed steel reaching 11%, but also equipped with the DiPilot intelligent driving assistance system to help ensure driving safety for passengers, as well as intelligent configurations such as VTOL mobile power stations, making travel safer and more convenient.
In terms of power, the BYD Yuan PLUS Honor Edition is built on the e-platform 3.0, equipped with an eight-in-one electric powertrain, featuring high integration, high power density, and high efficiency. The new car’s motor has a maximum power of 150 horsepower and a maximum torque of 310 N·m, with an acceleration time of 0-100km/h in just 7.3 seconds. In the battery department, the new car comes standard with a blade battery pack and offers two capacities of 49.92kWh and 60.48kWh, corresponding to CLTC ranges of 430km and 510km, respectively. Additionally, the new car is equipped with a wide-temperature efficient heat pump system and an industry-first battery pack direct cooling and heating technology, further addressing winter range anxiety. Overall, the product strength of the Yuan PLUS Honor Edition has been further enhanced. So which of the 5 Honor Edition models launched this time is more suitable? Let’s analyze it for everyone. First is the 430km leading model priced at 11,980 yuan (1660$), with a CLTC pure electric range of 430km. In terms of configuration, it comes standard with 17-inch wheels, a car-mounted driving recorder, hill start assist, reversing image, cruise control, remote parking, keyless entry/start, LED headlights, electric folding mirrors, a 12.8-inch rotating screen, power-adjustable driver’s seat, ambient lighting, PM2.5 filtration, and automatic air conditioning. The overall configuration basically meets daily use. Next is the 430km surpassing model priced at 12,680 yuan (1760$), which is 7,000 yuan (970$) more expensive than the leading model, but with added features such as front and rear head air curtains, lane departure warning, active braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping, road traffic sign recognition, external power function, panoramic sunroof, rear privacy glass, power-adjustable front passenger seat, 360° panoramic image, and transparent chassis. The comfort and intelligent configuration are significantly improved, considering the price difference of only 7,000 yuan (970$), it is still very cost-effective.
The following is the 510km leading model with a price of 129,800 yuan (18040$), the overall configuration of the new car is consistent with the 430km leading model, the main change is the CLTC pure electric endurance of 510km, suitable for practical consumers with limited budget but pursuing long endurance. The 510km surpassing model with a price of 139,800 yuan (19430$) is based on the 430km leading model, equipped with 18-inch wheels and added automatic anti-glare interior rearview mirror. At the same time, the L2 level driving assistance functions have been improved, such as adding rear collision warning, moving object collision warning, reverse car side warning, and lane keeping assist functions. With the 510km endurance, it has a stronger overall product performance. The top 510km excellent model with a price of 147,800 yuan (20540$), exclusively enjoys automatic parking, electric trunk, 15.6-inch rotating large screen, and front seat heating and ventilation functions, providing a more comprehensive experience. Summary and configuration recommendations Overall, the newly launched BYD Yuan PLUS honor edition is not low in price and quality. It allows consumers to enjoy better car quality at a more affordable price. Among these 5 models, if commuting in the city is the main focus, we recommend the 430km surpassing model with a price of 126,800 yuan (17620$). The new car achieves a good balance in comfort, intelligence, and safety configuration, with the highest comprehensive cost performance. Of course, if there is a need for endurance, we recommend the 510km surpassing model with a price of 139,800 yuan (19430$). For less than 140,000 yuan (19450$), you can buy a compact pure electric SUV with a range of over 500km. Of course, if you want to go all out and pursue a trendy SUV with both inside and outside, the black knight color 510km excellent model is really an ideal choice.