There is another tremendous stir in the world of electric vehicles. China’s famous EV manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams) is now going to add a new and compact model to its portfolio. The special thing is that this time the company is moving away from luxury and focusing on small customers. BYD has announced the introduction of its first Kei Electric Car in Japan. So let’s know when this car will come to India.
BYD EV
BYD’s move is believed to be the beginning of a new era in Japan’s auto market. Until now, Japan’s Kei car segment was in possession of local brands such as Suzuki and Honda, but BYD’s entry has changed the game itself. This car is not only compact, but also no less than in terms of design and features.
Design
The design of Kei Electric Car is quite interesting when it comes to design. Spy photographs see its long and boxy body shape, which is designed to give more space inside.
The rectangular lighting elements in the front, flat facia and small bonnet give it a minimal but modern look.
Flat roofline, double A-pillar, square windows and round wheel arch appear in the car when viewed from the side. All these features make it a practical and stylish mini EV.
Features
If the features of BYD’s Kei car has low ground clearance and short overhangs, which increases cabin space inside. The wheels are placed at the corners so that those sitting inside get more space.
The sliding door system makes it even more convenient to make Entry and Exit easier, especially in congested urban areas.This feature has been seen in Japanese cars such as Suzuki Spacia and Honda N-Box, and now BYD has also included it in its car.
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Battery and Range
BYD is expected to get a 20-kWh battery pack in this Kei Electric Car. According to the WLTC standard, this car can give a range of around 180 Km. Also, this car will support 100 kW fast charging, ie a few minutes will get a lot of charge. The company can also offer a heat pump system, which will make the cabin warm and comfortable even in cold weather.
Price
According to the news, this car can be launched in Japan at an initial price of 2.5 million yen (close ₹14.38 lakhs). This price makes it more affordable than cars like Nissan Sakura and Mitsubishi eK X EV. This model of BYD can open the doors to new possibilities for foreign brands in the Japanese market.