The focus of competition in the global pure electric market has shifted from homogeneous competition in driving range to the race for charging efficiency. On April 28, 2026, the flagship Han family of BYD Dynasty officially welcomed a major upgrade, with the Han EV Flash Charging Edition launched in two variants, priced within the mainstream global mid-to-high-end pure electric sedan segment and aligned with the core purchasing power of most consumers worldwide. This mid-to-large-size pure electric sedan establishes a generation-level advantage in charging speed and low-temperature stability over mainstream global competitors such as the Zeekr 001, XPeng P7, and Tesla Model 3, completely redefining the charging experience of EVs and marking the official arrival of a new era where “charging is as fast as refueling.”
The charging efficiency of the Han EV Flash Charging Edition reaches the top level of the industry. Official test data shows a clear gap over competitors, compressing mainstream charging time to within 10 minutes and delivering a disruptive “400 km range replenished in 5 minutes” experience:
Core data at normal temperature: Charging from 10% to 70% takes only 5 minutes, while 10% to 97% requires only 9 minutes, meaning the car can almost fully recharge during the time a user stops at a service area to use the restroom or buy a bottle of water
Range and charging conversion: Equipped with a 69.07kWh second-generation Blade Battery, the CLTC range reaches 705 km. Five minutes of charging adds around 400 km of driving range, while 9 minutes nearly achieves a full charge
Horizontal comparison with competitors:
Zeekr 001 with a 900V platform: 10%-80% charging requires 7 minutes
XPeng P7 with an 800V platform: 10%-80% charging requires 12 minutes
Tesla Model 3 with a 400V platform: 10%-80% charging takes around 50 minutes
Whether compared with top-tier high-voltage platform players or traditional 400V platform models, the Han EV Flash Charging Edition shows a clear advantage in charging speed. This performance allows pure electric vehicles to match fuel vehicles in long-distance travel experience for the first time.
The ultra-fast charging capability of the Han EV Flash Charging Edition comes from a completely different technical path from its competitors. Rather than relying solely on a high-voltage platform upgrade, BYD achieved coordinated innovation across the battery, platform, and system.
As the core carrier of charging efficiency, the second-generation Blade Battery achieves three key breakthroughs:
Material system innovation: Uses a lithium manganese iron phosphate composite cathode (voltage platform increased from 3.2V to 3.8V) + silicon-carbon anode + flash-conductive electrolyte, reducing internal resistance by 50% and supporting 10C ultra-high-rate charging
Structural optimization: Cell length shortened from approximately 960 mm in the first generation to around 450 mm, reducing lithium-ion transmission paths and improving heat dissipation efficiency, making it more suitable for high-rate charging and discharging
Full-tab design + full-chain ion fast-channel technology: Reduces tab resistance and significantly improves lithium-ion migration speed inside the battery, solving the traditional “charging bottleneck” problem
BYD’s Super e-Platform is the world’s first mass-produced passenger car “full-domain kilovolt high-voltage architecture,” upgrading core components including the battery, motor, power supply, and air conditioning system to 1000V, achieving three key indicators:
Voltage limit: 1000V
Peak current: 1000A
Charging rate: 10C
Peak power: 1000kW (megawatt level)
Compared with the 800V/900V platforms used by brands such as Zeekr and XPeng, BYD’s 1000V solution, combined with its self-developed 1500V silicon carbide chips, enables higher power transmission while reducing system losses, providing a solid foundation for megawatt-level charging. Simply put, competitors are widening the “charging highway,” while BYD upgrades both the road and the vehicle simultaneously, achieving a dual technological breakthrough.
Slow charging and range loss in winter are core pain points for global EV users, especially in high-latitude regions. The Han EV Flash Charging Edition completely breaks the traditional perception that lithium iron phosphate batteries “fear the cold” through technological innovation that enables efficient charging in extremely cold environments.
In a -30°C environment, charging from 20% to 97% takes only 12 minutes, just 3 minutes slower than under normal temperatures, setting a new industry record. By comparison:
XPeng P7 winter charging time doubles compared with normal temperatures, requiring 44 minutes from 9%-99%
Tesla Model 3, in winter tests in Harbin, China, required 105 minutes from 10%-97%, with efficiency dropping by around 40%; similar charging efficiency decline has also appeared in tests conducted in cold high-latitude regions globally
Zeekr 001 currently has no official low-temperature data available, though its performance is expected to surpass 400V platform models while still lagging behind the Han EV Flash Charging Edition
The Han EV Flash Charging Edition overcomes low-temperature limitations through three core technological innovations:
Electrolyte anti-freezing technology: Uses a low-temperature-specific flash-conductive electrolyte that maintains strong conductivity at -30°C, solving the problem of conventional electrolytes becoming viscous in cold conditions
Ultra-fast thermal management system: The battery pack features a millisecond-level responsive liquid cooling/heating system that rapidly preheats the battery to its optimal working temperature before charging
Low-temperature battery material adaptation: The cathode includes special modifiers, while the anode adopts flash-embedding technology, allowing lithium ions to maintain high-speed migration even under low temperatures
This performance completely resolves charging anxiety for users in global cold-climate regions and forms a core technological barrier for the Han EV Flash Charging Edition, further expanding the global coverage potential of pure electric vehicles.
Ultra-fast charging requires matching infrastructure support. Alongside the launch of the Han EV Flash Charging Edition, BYD is accelerating its “Flash Charging China” strategy to build a globally leading charging ecosystem.
As of the end of April 2026, BYD has built 5,715 flash charging stations across China, covering 311 cities. The highway network is rapidly expanding along major routes such as the Beijing–Hong Kong–Macau Expressway and Shenhai Expressway, achieving an average deployment of one flash charging station every 100 km on China’s highway network. At the same time, BYD is accelerating the expansion of its flash charging network into Europe, Southeast Asia, and other global regions to gradually achieve coverage in core international markets.
According to the “Flash Charging China” plan, BYD aims to build 20,000 flash charging stations in China before the end of 2026, including 18,000 urban flash charging stations and 2,000 highway flash charging stations, achieving coverage radiuses of:
3 km in first- and second-tier cities
5 km in third- and fourth-tier cities
6 km in fifth- and sixth-tier cities
At the same time, BYD is planning global flash charging network deployment to gradually establish stations in overseas core markets and create an integrated global charging ecosystem.
BYD flash charging piles can deliver a maximum single-gun power output of 1500kW and adopt an integrated energy storage and charging design. Some stations are equipped with energy storage batteries to reduce grid pressure and ensure charging stability. Meanwhile, the Han EV Flash Charging Edition supports lightweight zero-gravity charging cables, T-shaped sliding rail charging systems, and seamless payment functions, comprehensively improving the charging experience.
Tesla: Owns the world’s most mature supercharging network, with over 12,000 supercharging piles in China alone and a global annual network availability rate of 99.95%
XPeng: Around 2,350 self-operated supercharging stations
Zeekr: Around 1,131 self-operated supercharging stations
Although BYD’s flash charging network currently does not match Tesla’s global scale, its massive expansion plan and efficient upgrade strategy in China, combined with accelerated overseas deployment, are rapidly narrowing the gap. At present, users cannot fully utilize the vehicle’s peak charging power at non-BYD flash charging stations, which remains a practical consideration before enjoying the ultimate charging experience. To further improve the global user experience, BYD also provides limited-time exclusive benefits in different markets, with some buyers eligible for one year of free flash charging services.
The Han EV Flash Charging Edition not only leads in charging efficiency but also demonstrates flagship-level strength in range, energy consumption, performance, and intelligence.
The vehicle is equipped with a 69.07kWh second-generation Blade Battery and achieves a CLTC range of 705 km, maintaining the same range as the previous model while reducing battery capacity by approximately 19%. Energy consumption is as low as 10.8kWh per 100 km, making it one of the lowest-energy-consumption C-class sedans globally. The powertrain uses a 240kW permanent magnet synchronous motor, enabling 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 6.5 seconds. The chassis is equipped with the DiSus-C intelligent damping suspension system, capable of previewing road conditions 15 meters ahead and adjusting suspension stiffness within milliseconds. Intelligent driving supports the optional God’s Eye B advanced driving assistance system. In terms of safety, the entire lineup comes standard with TBC battery collision safety technology and Blade Battery structural safety protection.
Notably, despite reducing battery capacity by approximately 19%, the Han EV Flash Charging Edition still maintains a 705 km range while lowering energy consumption to 10.8kWh per 100 km, setting a new global energy efficiency record for C-class sedans. This achievement stems from BYD’s technical accumulation in battery management systems and vehicle lightweighting. The vehicle also receives comprehensive upgrades in safety, comfort, and intelligence. The second-generation Blade Battery can still pass nail penetration tests after 500 flash charging cycles, while the battery underside can withstand impacts 10 times higher than national standards. BYD additionally promises free battery replacement if capacity falls below 77.5%, along with lifetime warranty coverage for battery cells. Comfort upgrades include rear-seat ventilation and heating functions, as well as the DiSus-C intelligent body control system capable of previewing road conditions 15 meters ahead and adjusting suspension firmness within milliseconds. Intelligent features include optional advanced driver assistance with lidar support, enabling scenarios such as traffic light stop-and-go and congestion following.
The pricing of the Han EV Flash Charging Edition precisely targets the mainstream global mid-to-high-end pure electric sedan market segment, offering stronger affordability compared with some global competitors in the same class and aligning with the purchasing power of most consumers worldwide. According to data from the China Passenger Car Association, as of March 2026, there were 246 models on sale within China’s mainstream mid-to-high-end pure electric sedan segment, with cumulative terminal sales reaching 273,000 units, making it the most densely populated and fiercely competitive segment in the market.
Through this highly competitive pricing strategy, BYD launches a “flash charging popularization battle” in the mid-to-large-size sedan market, allowing more consumers worldwide to experience the travel transformation brought by megawatt-level flash charging technology. Compared with more premium models within the same brand and similarly positioned global joint-venture competitors, the Han EV Flash Charging Edition delivers stronger value-for-money advantages.
With the coordinated innovation of the second-generation Blade Battery and 1000V high-voltage platform, the Han EV Flash Charging Edition establishes leading advantages in absolute charging speed and low-temperature performance:
Zeekr 001: Represents the top level of the high-voltage platform route, with a 900V platform + high-rate battery requiring 7 minutes for 10%-80% charging
XPeng P7: A reliable 800V solution requiring 12 minutes for 10%-80% charging
Tesla Model 3: Falls behind the leading tier in charging efficiency, requiring around 50 minutes for 10%-80% charging
Industry opinion believes that the pure electric market has shifted from “range homogenization competition” to “charging efficiency competition.” Consumers can choose according to their own priorities: those seeking ultimate charging speed and low-temperature adaptability may choose the Han EV Flash Charging Edition, while users valuing balanced performance and mature charging networks may prefer other models. What is certain is that the era where charging is as fast as refueling has officially arrived, and the BYD Han EV Flash Charging Edition stands as both the pioneer and leader of this new era.
As the global pure electric market continues to develop rapidly, charging efficiency has become a key factor influencing consumer purchasing decisions. The BYD Han EV Flash Charging Edition will not only lead the charging revolution in China but will also gradually apply its technology across BYD’s global product lineup, helping the brand strengthen its competitive position in international markets.
Currently, BYD has already deployed charging networks in Europe, Southeast Asia, and other regions. In the future, it will expand its “flash charging” technology and ecosystem globally, providing efficient and convenient charging solutions for EV users worldwide, accelerating the replacement of fuel vehicles by pure electric vehicles, and contributing to global carbon neutrality goals.
Relying on the Dynasty Network’s comprehensive coverage of over 1,800 service stores across more than 320 Chinese cities, as well as BYD’s service systems in multiple countries and regions worldwide, global users of the Han EV Flash Charging Edition can enjoy premium services including vehicle pick-up and delivery, exclusive parking, and other dedicated benefits, ensuring every service visit becomes a comfortable experience. In addition, BYD offers exclusive benefits tailored to different global markets, including trade-in support, flexible financing plans, and free basic maintenance services, further reducing vehicle purchase and ownership costs for global consumers.
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