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Performance
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD has a maximum power of 300 kW (408 hp / 402 bhp) and a total torque of 380 Nm (280 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 6.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph).
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 130.2 kWh and a net usable capacity of 125.0 kWh, with a 5.2 kWh buffer (4.0%) for battery protection.
The lithium-ion battery uses LFP technology, which has different characteristics from typical NCA and NMC batteries.
The vehicle's range, according to the CLTC (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) standard, is 950 km (590 miles).
The energy consumption is 13.2 kWh/100 km based on the CLTC standard test.
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 1000 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 102 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 7 minutes at an average power of 731 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 3–76%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 446 kW over a session lasting about 12 minutes and 16 seconds.
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD supports high-power DC charging.
In a 1000 km challenge at a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) with an assumed consumption rate of 22 kWh/100 km, the trip would take about 8 hours and 32 minutes, needing one charging stops from 2% to 78%, totaling 13 minutes of charging time.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 11 hours and 21 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
Charge Port
The location of the charge port is on the right rear side. This placement makes it easy to use charging stations that require backing up to connect.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Bidirectional Charging
This model supports V2L (Vehicle to Load), allowing you to power electrical equipment requiring up to 6 kW of power, and even charge other electric vehicles.
Drivetrain
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD has a rear-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the rear axle.
Suspension
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD features a double wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension, both with electronically controlled dampers and air springs.
The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically.
The minimum ground clearance is 145 mm, and the maximum is 245 mm.
The Active Suspension keeps the car's body nearly horizontal during braking, steering, and acceleration.
The Easy Entry function lowers the car's body automatically when a door is opened, facilitating easier entry and exit. Once the door closes, the body returns to its previous level.
For easier loading, you can lower the air suspension from the rear.
Steering
Progressive steering is standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It adjusts the steering ratio according to vehicle speed.
In addition, rear-wheel steering is standard, reducing the turning circle at low speeds.
Drive Modes
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
The driver can choose between 2 modes:
- Sport: Dynamic throttle.
- eco: Efficient throttle.
Brakes
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD is equipped with cast-iron disc brakes on both the front and rear.
The front discs measure 320 mm, while the rear discs are 320 mm.
Regenerative Braking
Automatic regeneration is not available in this model. However, regenerative braking is available through one-pedal driving combined with blended brakes.
However, it is not considered full one-pedal driving since, at low speeds, the vehicle will keep rolling until it comes to a stop by itself.Drivers can also adjust the regenerative braking strength when lifting off the accelerator, choosing between two levels.
The maximum regenerative braking power is 200 kW.
Exterior
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD, with dimensions of 5263 mm in length, 1999 mm in width, and 1790 mm in height, falls into the Full-size SUV segment.
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD is available in 8 paint colors, including both solid and metallic options.
You can select from multiple wheel designs, all available in the same size, on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 265/40 tires on 22" rims
The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.
The power liftgate includes hands-free opening by foot gesture as standard.
There is only one roof option for this model.
The standard roof has a large panoramic roof extending from the front to the rear. The glass has two panels. One over the first and the second rows. This glass creates a more spacious and bright interior. Both glass panels have an electric curtain that occupants can use to protect against the sun.
The windows behind the B-pillar are tinted for privacy and to reduce glare and solar heat gain.
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Interior
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD boasts a driver-centric interior, enhancing the cockpit feel with high-quality materials in several areas instead of hard plastic. It also includes a traditional center console that separates the driver and passenger with integrated storage.
Seats
The seat layout is seven seats with two in front, two seats in the second row and three seats on third row.
First Row Seats
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD offers a single type of front seat.
The standard seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Length adjustable headrest
- Heating
- Memory
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation
- Massage (standard for driver, not available for passenger)
- Leg support for passenger (electrically adjustable)
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Second-Row Seats
The second row has two captain's chairs.
Additional second-row features include:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Heating
- Ventilation
- ISOFIX
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Third Row Seats
The third row has a three-seat bench with a 50:50 split. Again, you can fold down the seats when not used to create a larger cargo capacity.
Interior Storage
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD offers a range of interior storage solutions to enhance convenience and organization:
- Glove Compartment: Located in the dashboard in front of the passenger.
- Door Pockets: The front and rear doors include integrated storage pockets.
Interior Lighting
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD offers several interior lighting options.
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Climate System
There is one climate system available:
- 2-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver and passenger.
This model does not have a heat pump. This can increase consumption in cold weather compared to models with a heat pump.
Comfort Features
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD includes the following comfort features:
- Air Fragrance: Releases scent into the cabin through the ventilation system.
User Interface and Control
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD uses a primarily screen-based interface while retaining steering-column stalks and a limited number of physical buttons.
Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster. In the center of the dashboard is an infotainment screen, and in the center console is a screen for the climate system. For the passenger, there is an infotainment screen.
Key screen details:
- Driver Information Display: The 12.3-inch screen is integrated into the dashboard behind the steering wheel. It provides essential driving data such as speed, range, and navigation prompts.
- Center Dashboard Touchscreen: A 15.6-inch touchscreen located in the center of the dashboard. It serves as the main interface for infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings.
- Passenger-Side Infotainment Touchscreen: A 12.8-inch touchscreen integrated into the dashboard in front of the passenger. It provides access to infotainment, navigation, and vehicle settings.
- Rear Infotainment Touchscreen: A 17.3-inch touchscreen located on the rear center console. It provides rear passengers with access to entertainment and vehicle functions.
A standard head-up display projects key driving information—such as speed and navigation cues—onto the windshield.
Steering Wheel
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel adjusts for tilt and reach. The adjustment is electrically powered.
The standard easy-entry function retracts the steering wheel automatically when entering or exiting the vehicle.
Design: Circular
Controls: Physical buttons, Scroll wheels
Heating: Heated (standard)
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Infotainment: Steering-wheel controls provide access to media and infotainment functions.
Mirrors
Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Voice control is standard.
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Navigation System
The built-in navigation system uses detailed maps and offers advanced route planning. It provides real-time traffic information and satellite maps.
App Store
The infotainment system includes an app store for third-party apps that run directly on the car's display without a connected phone. App availability varies by market and includes:
- Spotify: Stream music, playlists, and podcasts directly from the car's infotainment system.
Phone Mirroring
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD has one sound system option:
- Devialet 7.1.4 Surround: Features 27 speakers.
The model includes USB-A connectivity as standard (total: 4).
Mobile App
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Remote Parking: Park or exit a parking space remotely from the app.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Window Control: Open or close the windows remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Find your car: Sound the horn or flash the lights to locate the car.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
- Driving History: Review the details of your past trips.
Lights
The standard headlights use LED Matrix technology. LED Matrix is an adaptive system that splits the traditional single headlight beam into dozens of smaller rays that the light controller can turn on and off individually to selectively dim small areas ahead. It includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.
The taillights use LED technology.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It detects traffic crossing ahead when entering an intersection or pulling away from a stop.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It detects vehicles approaching from the side while reversing out of a parking space or driveway.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Exit Warning: Standard on the BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD. It warns occupants not to open a door when it detects approaching traffic or another hazard.
Driving Automation
The standard God's Eye B (DiPilot 300) SAE Level 2 system includes the following driving automation features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) / AutoSteer: Centers the vehicle in its lane and adjusts speed in traffic. The driver must keep their hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive.
- Navigation-guided driving: Follows the planned route, including highway entry and exit.
- Automatic parking
- Automatic Lane Change (ALC)
- Traffic light control: Responds to detected traffic signals.
- Stop-sign control: Detects and responds to stop signs.
Sensors & Cameras
This model uses cameras, radar, LiDAR and ultrasonic sensors for its driver assist systems.
The vehicle’s surroundings are monitored by radar sensors (five), LiDAR sensors (one), cameras (12), and ultrasonic sensors (12).
Safety
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- A front-center airbag that reduces the risk of the driver and front passenger colliding with each other during a side impact
Security and Access Technologies
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: Unlock and start the car with the key in your pocket or bag.
- Phone-as-Key Functionality: Use your smartphone as a digital key to unlock and start the vehicle.
- Alarm System: Monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering and sounds the alarm when triggered.
- Integrated Dashcam: Records video while driving.
- Parking Surveillance: Uses the vehicle's cameras to monitor its surroundings while parked.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 252 liters (8.9 cu ft). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1960 liters (69.2 cu ft).
The maximum roof load is 75 kg (165.3 lb).
Roof rails are standard for easy mounting of a roof box or rack.
The frunk (front trunk) has a capacity of 252 liters (8.9 cu ft).
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 3245 kg (7154 lbs), and the base curb weight is 2640 kg (5820 lbs). This leaves a payload of 605 kg (1334 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 1500 kg (3307 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).
Availability & Pricing
The BYD Great Tang EV 950 RWD had its world premiere on 3/5/2026, with deliveries starting in May 2026.
This model is available exclusively in China.
Pricing
Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:
- 250,000 yuan (China)
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