<div id="readability-page-1"><blockquote><ul><li>The third-generation Yuan Plus starts at 119,900 yuan ($17,630) in China, slightly higher than its predecessor.</li><li>The compact pure electric SUV features the second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging technology, aimed at tackling increasingly fierce domestic market competition.</li></ul></blockquote><figure id="attachment_141385"><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114554682.jpg?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="1600" height="1067" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114554682.jpg"/><figcaption id="caption-attachment-141385">(A third-generation BYD Yuan Plus on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Image credit: CnEVPost)</figcaption></figure><p>BYD (HKEX: 1211) officially launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, updating one of its best-selling models to the latest flash charging platform.</p><p>The Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) giant rolled out the updated compact pure electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) at an event on Thursday, with a starting price of 119,900 yuan ($17,630).</p><p>The starting price is 4,100 yuan, or 3.54%, higher than the older Yuan Plus's base price of 115,800 yuan — a rare price hike in the fiercely competitive Chinese market.</p>    <div>        <p><span>Join us on </span>            Telegram            <span> or </span>            Google News        </p>    </div><p>BYD is offering four different variants for the third-generation Yuan Plus, priced at 119,900 yuan, 129,900 yuan, 142,900 yuan, and 149,900 yuan, respectively.</p><p>As a key product in BYD's global expansion strategy, the new model is generally known as the Atto 3 in overseas markets.</p><p>The new vehicle's dimensions have significantly increased compared to the older model, measuring 4,665 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,675 mm in height, with a wheelbase reaching 2,770 mm.</p><figure id="attachment_141384"><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114554565.jpg?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="1600" height="900" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114554565.jpg"/><figcaption id="caption-attachment-141384">(A third-generation BYD Yuan Plus on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Image credit: CnEVPost)</figcaption></figure><p>Built on the latest e-Platform 3.0 Evo, the third-generation Yuan Plus adopts a rear-wheel-drive layout and comes standard with BYD's second-generation Blade Battery.</p><p>The model is equipped with BYD's highly anticipated latest flash charging technology, enabling the vehicle to rapidly boost its battery charge from 10% to 70% in about five minutes.</p><p>Consumers can choose between 57.5-kilowatt-hour or 68.5-kWh battery capacities, which correspond to pure electric ranges of 540 kilometers and 630 kilometers, respectively.</p><p>The new SUV offers buyers a choice of two rear-mounted single-motor options with maximum power outputs of 200 kilowatts (268 hp) and 240 kW.</p><figure id="attachment_141383"><img src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114553933.jpg?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="1600" height="900" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052114553933.jpg"/><figcaption id="caption-attachment-141383">(A third-generation BYD Yuan Plus on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Image credit: CnEVPost)</figcaption></figure><p>Except for the entry-level model, buyers of other versions can pay an additional 12,000 yuan to equip the God's Eye B advanced driving assistance system with LiDAR.</p><p>The advanced smart driving assistance system integrates LiDAR with 30 perception units, supporting premium features such as high-speed navigation assist and automated parking.</p><p>China's new energy compact SUV market has become a red ocean, with the Yuan Plus facing intense competition from rivals such as Geely's Galaxy E5.</p><p>By offering a longer wheelbase and the DiSus-C intelligent damping body control system, BYD hopes the third-generation Yuan Plus can defend its market position.</p>    <div>        <div>            <p><img width="768" height="432" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052003205261-768x432.jpg?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://cnevpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026052003205261-768x432.jpg"/>                            </p>        </div>        <div>            <p>Fang Cheng Bao SUV delivery delays highlight BYD's manufacturing pressure amid tech transition</p>            <p>Fang Cheng Bao has started normal deliveries of the Tai 3 flash charging edition, after capacity constraints forced executives to oversee factories in multiple locations.</p>                    </div>    </div>    <p>($1 = 6.8028 yuan)</p>                                                                                </div>

BYDDY

01211

BYDDF

002594

515030

516380

<p>BYD has launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, starting at 119,900 yuan ($17,630) in China, marking a 3.54% price increase from its predecessor. This compact electric SUV features the second-generation Blade Battery and advanced flash charging technology, allowing rapid charging from 10% to 70% in about five minutes. The model offers two battery options with ranges of 540 km and 630 km, and includes advanced driving assistance features. BYD aims to strengthen its position in the competitive compact EV market against rivals like Geely's Galaxy E5.</p>

- BYD has launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, a compact electric SUV starting at 119,900 yuan ($17,630), marking a price increase over its predecessor.  
- The vehicle features advanced technologies, including a second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging capability, allowing rapid battery charge increases.  
- Aimed at competing in China's competitive NEV market, the SUV offers multiple variants with enhanced dimensions and performance options, including advanced driving assistance features.

BYD launches third-gen Yuan Plus to defend compact EV market share