The BYD Great Tang (Datang) full-size electric crossover was officially revealed in China with up to 950 km of electric range. Other highlights of this BEV include a zero-to-hundred acceleration in 3.9 seconds, rear-wheel steering, dual-chamber air suspension, and 27 speakers.
The BYD Great Tang is a mass-produced variant of the Dynasty-D concept car revealed at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show. It applied for a sales license in China on February 6, revealing core specs. On March 5, BYD made an official debut in China as it aims to regain its market presence.
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The BYD Great Tang is a full-size SUV that aligns with the Loong Face (Dragon Face) design language. The car’s front end adopts the “Dragon Whiskers” running light strip and a large trapeze-shaped air intake. Other highlights include semi-hidden door handles, a LiDAR sensor on the roof, and large chrome-plated rims. Dimensions of the BYD Great Tang are 5302/1999/1800 mm with a wheelbase of 3,130 mm.
The core highlight of the BYD Great Tang is the second-generation Blade Battery. It has a 5% higher energy density and supports megawatt-charging. The RWD variant of the Great Tang with an electric motor for 300 kW (402 hp) boasts a CLTC range of 950 km. It puts this model into the list of BEV crossovers with the longest range. The 4WD variant of the Great Tang offers 585 kW (784 hp). It speeds up to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. This version reportedly has 850 km of range.
BYD Great Tang equipment
The new crossover adopts the DiSus-A suspension with dual-chamber air springs. Another highlight of the chassis is rear-wheel steering. Its turning radius is 5.2 meters (the Mini Hatch has a turning radius of 5.4 meters). At the same time, the Great Tang boasts power doors, four seats with zero-gravity function, and 27 speakers. The car’s interior offers 7 seats with a 2+2+3 layout, a 6.34 square meter roof, and a trunk for 252 liters.
It was previously revealed that the Great Tang adopts three screens in the center console, folding tables for the second-row passengers, a ceiling-mounted screen, and a built-in refrigerator. The car rides on 20 or 21-inch rims. It also adopts BYD’s DiPilot 300 (“God’s Eye B”) assisted driving system that supports the Navigate On Autopilot (NOA) function on urban roads and highways.
The BYD Great Tang will likely enter the domestic market in late April at the Beijing Auto Show 2026. More about this vehicle as we get it.
