SUV BYD Yuan EV will be replaced in autumn

The smallest model under the BYDbrand will enter its second generation in September.If the now remodeled hatchback is calledBYDYuan Pro, then the new crossover is calledBYDYuan Plus.Information about him, such as images, has emerged thanks to certification from China's Ministry of Industry and Trade.As the model gets bigger, apparently, the youngest now will be the "dolphin" BYD EA1 Haitun.Note that the BYD Tang flagship crossover is already on sale in Europe (Norway) for 599,900 kronor ($68,600).

It looks like the "second" element adopts the all-new BYD e 3.0 architecture, as the dimensions have grown significantly: Length - 4455mm (+80), Width - 1875 (+90), Height - 1615 (-65), Wheelbase - 2720 (+185mm).

The Plus body is brand new.The curb weight reaches 1690 kg (+85).Use 215/60 R17, 215/55 R18, 235/50 R18 tires instead of standard size 205/60 R16 tires.The design is inspired by Dragon Face 3.0, similar to BYD D1, Han EV and Qinjia models.

The new electric motor with the TZ200XSQ index has a maximum power of 150 kW (204 hp), compared with 100 kW (136 hp; 210 Nm) for the current hatchback.Blade battery retained, but range unknown (currently 301-401 km on NEDC cycle).Prices will definitely go up, but for now, the Yuan Pro is priced at 79,800-131,400 yuan ($12,350-$20,300), factoring in subsidies.In the first half of the year, a total of 5,388 units were sold, the worst record in the history of Yuan electric vehicles in 2016.Two years ago, sales exceeded 10,000 units per month.