BYD Tang#second
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{{Short description|Mid-size crossover SUV}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = BYD Tang
| image = BYD Tang DM-p front quarter trimmed 2.jpg
| caption = BYD Tang DM-p
| manufacturer = BYD Auto
| production = 2015–present
| assembly =
| class = Mid-size crossover SUV (E-segment){{Cite web |date=2023-09-06 |title=BYD reveals 6 EVs at IAA 2023 {{!}} News |url=https://www.drive-electric.co.uk/news/byd-reveals-6-new-electric-vehicles-for-the-european-mareket-at-the-iaa/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=DriveElectric |language=en-GB}}
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| predecessor = BYD S6/S7
}}
The BYD Tang ({{zh|c=比亚迪唐}}) is a series of mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto, available as an battery electric, a plug-in hybrid or formerly a conventional ICE vehicle. The vehicle is the second model of BYD's "Dynasty" series passenger vehicles after the Qin, and gets its name from the Tang dynasty, the most prosperous of all the great Chinese dynasties.
The first-generation BYD Tang was introduced at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show and was available as a plug-in hybrid only. Retail deliveries began in China in June 2015.{{cite web |author=Staff |date=2015-07-17 |title=Chinese EV Sales Ranking in the First Half of 2015 |url=http://chinaautoweb.com/2015/07/chinese-ev-sales-ranking-in-the-first-half-of-2015/ |accessdate=2015-08-02 |publisher=China Auto Web}}
The second-generation BYD Tang debuted at Auto China in April 2018. The battery electric variant went on sale in Europe (in Norway) in 2021.{{Cite web|url=https://motor.no/tester/motor-test-av-byd-tang-elbil/207578|title = Denne mangler egentlig bare én ting: Et kjent navn|date = 11 September 2021}}{{Cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/news/491450/blade-battery-byd-tang-finally-coming-norway/|title = Blade Battery-Powered BYD Tang Finally Coming to Norway in Late Summer}}{{Cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/news/419889/byd-enters-european-ev-car-market-norway|title = BYD Enters European EV Car Market Starting with Tang SUV in Norway}}
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{{anchor|I}} First generation (2015)
{{Infobox electric vehicle
| name = First generation
| image = BYD Tang 02 -- Auto China -- 2014-04-23.jpg
| production = 2015–2018
| assembly =
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| platform =
| engine = 2.0 L BYD487ZQA I4 turbo petrol
| range =
| electric_range = {{Convert|80.|km|mi|abbr=on}}
| transmission =
| wheelbase = {{convert|2720|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4815|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1855|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1720|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight =
| battery = 18.4 kWh LFP
| related = BYD S6
| designer =
}}
The first-generation BYD Tang is a plug-in hybrid SUV based on the BYD S6. Its 18.4 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack delivers an all-electric range of {{Convert|80.|km|abbr=on}}. The Tang was introduced at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show{{cite web|url=http://www.greencarcongress.com/2015/01/20150123-tang.html|title=BYD Tang SUV PHEV available for pre-orders starting at $48.3K before incentives; twice that for performance model |author=Mike Millikin|publisher=Green Car Congress|date=2015-01-23|accessdate=2015-01-31}} and was produced to at least 2018.
The first-generation Tang was the top selling plug-in electric passenger car in China in 2016,{{cite web |author=Staff |date=2017-01-19 |title=Best-selling China-made EVs in 2016 |url=http://chinaautoweb.com/2017/01/best-selling-china-made-evs-in-2016/ |accessdate=2017-01-25 |work=China Auto Web}} Three BYD Auto models topped the Chinese ranking of best-selling new energy passenger cars in 2016. The BYD Tang SUV was the top selling plug-in electric car in China in 2016 with 31,405 units sold, followed by the BYD Qin with 21,868 units sold, and ranking third overall in 2016 was the BYD e6 with 20,605 units. and the world's top selling plug-in hybrid in 2016. Also, the Tang ranked as the world's third best-selling plug-in car that year.{{cite news |last=Cobb |first=Jeff |date=2017-01-31 |title=Tesla Model S Is World's Best-Selling Plug-in Car For Second Year In A Row |url=http://www.hybridcars.com/tesla-model-s-is-worlds-best-selling-plug-in-car-for-second-year-in-a-row/ |accessdate=2017-01-31 |work=HybridCars.com}} See also detailed 2016 sales and cumulative global sales in the two graphs.
= Specifications =
The Tang is powered by a 2.0-liter internal combustion engine which delivers {{convert|151|kW|abbr=on}} and {{convert|320.|N·m|abbr=on}} of torque; and two electric motors, front and rear, each rated at {{convert|110.|kW|abbr=on}} and {{convert|250.|N·m|abbr=on}} in the entry-level Tang, and {{convert|300.|N·m|abbr=on}} in the performance model. Total system output is {{convert|371|kW|abbr=on}} and {{convert|820.|N·m|abbr=on}} for the entry-level model, and {{convert|411|kW|abbr=on}} and {{convert|870.|N·m|abbr=on}} for the concept performance model. The latter accelerates from 0 to {{Convert|100.|km/h|mph|abbr=unit}} in 4.5 seconds and the entry level in 4.9 seconds. The Tang is fitted with BYD's second generation Dual Mode (DM) system which allows drivers to switch between all-electric mode (EV mode) and hybrid electric mode (HEV mode). This vehicle is an electric version of the BYD S6.
File:BYD Tang 01 China 2016-04-10.jpg|Front view
File:BYD Tang 02 China 2016-04-10.jpg|Rear view
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{{anchor|II}} Second generation (2018)
{{Infobox electric vehicle
| name = Second generation
| image = 2018 BYD Tang DM, front 8.12.18.jpg
| caption = 2018 BYD Tang DM
| parent_company =
| production = 2018–present
| assembly =
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| layout = {{ubl
|Plug-in hybrid:
| Front-engine, front-wheel drive
| Front-engine, full-time electric all-wheel-drive
|All-electric:
| Front-motor, FWD
}}
| platform = e-Platform 3.0 (Electric)
| engine = {{ubl
| Petrol:
}}
| motor = 110 kW front AC permanent magnet synchronous
180 kW AC permanent magnet synchronous
| range =
| electric_range = {{ubl
| NEDC:
| {{Convert|81-100.|km|mi|abbr=on}} (DM)
| {{Convert|52-112|km|mi|abbr=on}} (DM-i)
| {{Convert|505-565|km|mi|abbr=on}} (EV)
{{Cite web|url=https://mall.bydauto.com.cn/pc/attrCompare/?id=182&name=2021%E6%AC%BE%E5%94%90DM|title=比亚迪汽车官方网站 比亚迪汽车 ─ 新能源汽车世界冠军|website=mall.bydauto.com.cn}}{{Cite web|url=http://mall.bydauto.com.cn/pc/attrCompare?id=239&name=%E5%94%90DM-i|title = 比亚迪e购商城}}{{Cite web|url=https://mall.bydauto.com.cn/pc/attrCompare/?id=181&name=2021%E6%AC%BE%E5%94%90EV|title=比亚迪汽车官方网站 比亚迪汽车 ─ 新能源汽车世界冠军|website=mall.bydauto.com.cn}}
}}
| transmission = 6-speed DCT
E-CVT
| wheelbase = {{convert|2820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4870|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1950|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1725|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight =
| battery = {{ubl
| LFP battery:
}}
| energy consumption per 100 km =
| related = {{ubl
| BYD Frigate 07{{Cite web |title=腾势N8、唐DM-p、护卫舰07相比,该怎么选?主要看钱包 |url=https://db.m.auto.sohu.com/model_4382/a/743824349_484936 |access-date=2023-12-20 |website=db.m.auto.sohu.com}}
}}
| designer = Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
}}
Featuring BYD's new family design language and previewed by the BYD Dynasty concept car in 2017, the second generation BYD Tang with completely redesigned exterior and interior debuted at Auto China in April 2018. The new model line will include purely gasoline powered versions and pure electric versions (Tang EV600 and EV600D){{Cite web|url=https://insideevs.com/news/340965/byd-introduces-tang-ev600-with-828-kwh-battery/|title=BYD Introduces Tang EV600 With 82.8 kWh Battery|website=InsideEVs}} besides plug-in hybrid ones (DM), with powertrains similar to the first generation.{{Cite web|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201804/916443.html|title=【图】2018北京车展:新唐DM补贴后预售25-30万_汽车之家|website=www.autohome.com.cn|access-date=2018-04-28}} The Tang is also BYD's first vehicle to be exported to Europe, starting with Norway in 2021.{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/chinese-firm-byd-begin-european-expansion-norway|title=BYD announces expansion into Europe|website=www.autocar.co.uk|access-date=2020-05-06}}
File:BYD Tang DM 004.jpg|Rear view
File:BYD Tang II 011.jpg|BYD Tang (ICE)
File:BYD Tang II 012.jpg|Rear view (ICE)
File:BYD Tang EV CRI 03 2021 7557.jpg|BYD Tang EV
= 2021 facelift and DM-i =
The Tang DM received a facelift for the 2021 model year alongside the introduction of the DM-i hybrid powertrain. Both models both receive the updated front and rear bumper designs.
The BYD DM-i powertrain is constructed with a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine powered plug-in hybrid system. The Tang DM-i is available as two models with a pure electric range of {{cvt|52|km|mi|0|abbr=on}} and {{cvt|112|km|mi|0|abbr=on}} respectively, with a total combined cruising range of {{cvt|1050|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}, equipped with a lithium iron phosphate blade battery. The fuel consumption is {{cvt|5.3|L/100 km|mpgus km/L|abbr=on|sigfig=2}} and {{cvt|5.5|L/100 km|mpgus km/L|abbr=on|sigfig=2}} for the two trim models respectively, and its 0–{{Convert|100.|km/h|mph|abbr=unit}} acceleration time is 8.5 seconds.{{Cite web|url=https://www.chinapev.com/byd/byd-tang-dm-i-is-about-to-launch-with-a-ultra-long-range-of-1050km/|title=BYD TANG DM-i Is About to Launch with a ultra long range of 1050km|website=chinapev.com|access-date=2020-06-05}} The 1.5-litre turbo engine is specifically built to accommodate the company's DM-i hybrid technology. In order to achieve high thermal efficiency, BYD designed the engine with compression ratio of 15.5, an increased bore to stroke ratio, Atkinson cycle for improved combustion efficiency, an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, and a series of friction-reducing measures.{{Cite web|title=byd-hits-efficiency-target-with-hybrid-specific-engin|date=18 November 2020|url=https://www.enginetechnologyinternational.com/news/new-engine/byd-hits-efficiency-target-with-hybrid-specific-engine.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201201203840/https://www.enginetechnologyinternational.com/news/new-engine/byd-hits-efficiency-target-with-hybrid-specific-engine.html |archive-date=2020-12-01 }}
File:BYD Tang DM II facelift IMG001.jpg|BYD Tang II DM-i
File:BYD Tang DM II facelift IMG003.jpg|BYD Tang II DM-i rear
File:BYD Tang II DM-i (left) and DM (right) 20230628.jpg| BYD Tang II DM-i (left) and DM (right)
= 2022 facelift and DM-p =
The second generation BYD Tang EV received a facelift for the 2022 model year eliminating the grille, in line with the rest of the BYD Dynasty EV lineup. The DM-p was also introduced as a more performance oriented DM variant featuring the 1.5-litre turbo engine hybrid system. The 0–{{Convert|100.|km/h|mph|abbr=unit}} acceleration time for the DM-p variant is under 4.3 seconds while maintaining the {{cvt|215|km|mi|0|abbr=on}} pure electric range.{{Cite web|title=售28.98万起 比亚迪唐DM-p正式上市|date=18 November 2020|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202208/1260065.html}}
The Tang DM-p received another update in 2023 featuring restyled tail lamps. The updated DM-p model debuted during the Chengdu Auto Show in August 2023.{{Cite web|title=2023成都车展探馆:比亚迪唐DM-p将预售|date=23 August 2023|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202308/1287729.html#pvareaid=102624}}
File:BYD Tang II EV facelift 003.jpg|BYD Tang EV (2022 facelift)
File:BYD Tang II EV facelift 004.jpg|Rear view
File:BYD Tang DM-p IMG001.jpg|BYD Tang DM-p (2022 facelift)
File:BYD Tang DM-p IMG003.jpg|Rear view
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{{anchor|Tang L|L}} Tang L (2025)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = BYD Tang L
| image = BYD Tang L EV 001.jpg
| caption =
| aka =
| production = 2025–present
| assembly = China: Shenzhen, Guangdong; Changzhou, Jiangsu{{Cite web |title=All about BYD |website=MarkLines Automotive Industry Portal |url=https://www.marklines.com/en/oem/byd |access-date=2025-01-17 }}
| designer = Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
| class = Mid-size crossover SUV (E-segment)
| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Front-engine, front-motor, front-wheel drive ({{nowrap|DM-i}})
| Front-engine, dual-motor, all-wheel drive ({{nowrap|DM-p}})
| Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive (EV)
| Dual-motor, four-wheel-drive (EV AWD)
}}
| platform = {{unbulleted list
| DM-i 5.0 platform (DM-i)
| Super e platform (EV)
}}
| related = BYD Han L
| body_style =
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| 1.5 L BYD472ZQB I4 turbo ({{nowrap|DM-i}}/{{nowrap|DM-p}})
}}
| battery = {{unbulleted list
}}
| motor = Permanent magnet synchronous
| powerout =
| drivetrain = Plug-in hybrid ({{nowrap|DM-i}}/{{nowrap|DM-p}})
| transmission = E-CVT ({{nowrap|DM-i}}/{{nowrap|DM-p}})
| wheelbase = {{convert|2950|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5040|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1996|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1760|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|2240-2967|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
}}
The BYD Tang L was officially unveiled in China on 16 January 2025,{{Cite web |last=Bobylev |first=Denis |date=2025-01-16 |title=BYD Han L & Tang L officially revealed in China as 1085-hp beasts |url=https://carnewschina.com/2025/01/16/byd-han-l-tang-l-officially-revealed-in-china-as-1085-hp-beasts/ |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=CarNewsChina |language=en-US}} and was later launched on 9 April 2025.{{Cite web |last=Miao |first=Liu |date=2025-04-10 |title=BYD Tang L EV and PHEV SUV launched starting at 31,700 USD |url=https://carnewschina.com/2025/04/10/byd-tang-l-ev-and-phev-suv-launched-starting-at-31700-usd/ |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=CarNewsChina |language=en-US}}
The exterior of the Tang L adopts the series’ Loong Face (formerly Dragon Face) design language inspired by Chinese heritage. There are dragon whisker-like air intakes and split headlights that are connected to the chrome-plated trim on the front fascia, while the taillights on the rear fascia are inspired by traditional bamboo weaving techniques.{{Cite web |last=Leung |first=Adrian |date=2025-03-14 |title=BYD Tang L arrives at dealerships, a 7-seater packed with 1,086 hp |url=https://carnewschina.com/2025/03/14/byd-tang-l-arrives-at-dealerships-a-7-seater-packed-with-1086-hp/ |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=CarNewsChina |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Al-Mansouri |first=Yasir |date=2025-04-11 |title=BYD Tang L 1086 Horsepower at Your Command |url=https://www.icartea.com/en/news/byd-tang-l-1086-horsepower-at-your-command |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=Cartea |language=en}}
The interior of the Tang L has a similar design to the Han L and has a dual-colour theme. There is a 15.6-inch rotatable touchscreen infotainment system, an augmented reality heads-up display, four-spoke flat-bottom design steering wheel, full digital driver's instrument panel, the shift-by-wire gear lever used for the automatic transmission mounted on the steering wheel column and the physical buttons retained in the armrest area. Other interior features are ambient lighting, bamboo wood accents, dual wireless charging pads, Dynaudio sound system, an integrated fragrance dispenser, an onboard refrigerator and a panoramic sunroof.{{Cite web |last=Chen |first=Dong Yi |date=2025-01-19 |title=BYD Tang L & Han L official interior images unveiled |url=https://carnewschina.com/2025/01/19/byd-tang-l-han-l-official-interior-images-unveiled/ |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=CarNewsChina |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |date=2025-02-20 |title=BYD's new 7-seater medium and large SUV - 2025 BYD Tang L unveiled! EV/DM dual power |url=https://www.gneenev.com/news/industry-news/785.html |access-date=2025-05-01 |website=gneenev}}
The Tang L has a boot space of {{Convert|675|L|cuft|abbr=on}} and expands to {{Convert|1960|L|cuft|abbr=on}} when the second and third row seats are folded down. The battery electric model also has a frunk storage area. The vehicle has a 2+3+2 seven-seat layout.
For safety, the Tang L features God’s Eye C (DiPilot 300) intelligent driving assistance system incorporates the DiLink 150 intelligent cockpit system and a roof-mounted Lidar on higher trim levels.
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Safety
{{China NCAP
| test_year = 2018
| model_name = 2018 BYD Tang DM (II)
| overall_stars = 5
| overall_percent = 86.2
| occupant_percent = 88.13
| vru_percent = 67.43
| assist_percent = 96.18
| align = left
}}
{{Euro NCAP|year=2023|description=BYD Tang Flagship (LHD)|adult_points=35.1|adult_percent=87|child_points=43|child_percent=87|pedestrian_percent=80|pedestrian_points=50.9|safety_points=13.3|safety_percent=73|reference=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/byd/tang/50188|reference_name=BYD Tang Test Results|overall_stars=5}}{{Clear}}
Sales
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! rowspan="2" |Year ! colspan="4" |China |
Tang DM{{Cite web |title=BYD Tang PHEV - Sales in China |url=https://www.chinamobil.ru/eng/byd/tang-phev/?view=sales |access-date=2023-12-12 |website=www.chinamobil.ru}}
!Total |
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2015
|18,375 | rowspan="5" |{{Em dash}} | rowspan="3" |{{Em dash}} |18,375 |
2016
|31,405 |31,405 |
2017
|14,547 |14,547 |
2018
|34,867 |27,211 |62,078 |
2019
|40,945 |35,796 |76,741 |
2020
|21,029 |563 |13,991 |35,583 |
2021
|48,152 |5,062 |990 |54,204 |
2022
|116,312 |23,824 |9,625 |149,761 |
2023{{Cite web |title=【易车销量榜】全国2023年比亚迪零售量销量榜-易车榜-易车 |url=https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?flag=2023&brandId=15 |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=car.yiche.com}}
|128,812 |12,049 |{{Em dash}} |140,861 |
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See also
References
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External links
{{Commons category|BYD Tang}}
- [http://www.bydauto.com.cn/car-360-tang.html Official website] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220110164352/https://www.bydauto.com.cn/car-360-tang.html |date=2022-01-10 }} (in Chinese)
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