In China, BYD has announced the 2022 Tang EV makeover. The BYD Tang debuted at the 2018 Guangzhou Auto Show and has now gotten a facelift after nearly 3.5 years on the market.
The new Tang does have a re-sculpted sportier bumper with more aggressive outer ends, a full-width horizontal bar that flows into the side air vents, and a taller lower air intake, as well as the latest incarnation of BYD’s signature ‘Dragon Face’ design. The redesigned fascia provides it with a more BYD Han-like look.
The new Tang EV has new 21-inch alloy wheels on the sides, which are paired with new Michelin PS4 tires with 265/45R 21 for improved traction and quietness. A sportier bumper with repositioned light reflectors, black fins, and short vertical air vents adds to the appearance at the rear.
The Tang EV will be offered in a new 2+2+2 seating configuration with individual seats in the second row in 2022, according to BYD. Individual chairs, massage, ventilation, and warmth are all included in the 6-seat version. The Tang EV also has a W-HUD heads-up display, a DiLink 4.0 (5G) intelligent network system, and enhanced DiPilot ADAS features.
| Aspect | Single Motor Specification | Dual Motor Specification |
| Drivetrain Layout | 2WD | 4WD |
| Energy Consumption | 15.6 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Range (CLTC) | 730 km | 635 km |
| Motor Power | To Be Announced | 180 kW + 200 kW |
The new 2022 BYD Tang EV will go on sale in China in the middle of May, and will then begin reaching international markets. Prices will be revealed later this month, with just an increase of around 300,000 yuan expected (PKR 8.6 lac). Norway, having acquired the current Tang EV in September 2021, may have to wait until the following 2023 for the upgraded model. BYD is also moving into Europe, and the Tang EV will be available in other regions in the near future.
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