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BYD e2 Honor Edition debuts with $12,400 price tag

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ArenaEV, 13 March 2024

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Chinese automaker BYD continues to slash prices in the increasingly competitive world of electric vehicles. Their latest salvo in the ongoing "price war" is the refreshed BYD e2 Honor Edition, a compact EV that's big on features but remarkably small on price.

BYD e2 Honor Edition enters China's price war

Starting at just 89,800 yuan ($12,400), BYD aims to seriously undercut its gasoline-powered rivals and provide EV access to a wider audience. The e2 Honor Edition arrives on the heels of other aggressive moves from the company.

It's not just price where the e2 aims to shine. BYD's sleek "Ocean" design language carries over to the Honor Edition, giving the small crossover a modern and attractive look. Standard features are equally impressive – expect to find BYD's celebrated Blade batteries, a heat pump air conditioning system for increased efficiency, and even the ability to use your smartphone as a car key.

BYD e2 Honor Edition enters China's price war

While compact, the e2 Honor Edition still boasts a respectable all-electric range of 252 miles on the CLTC cycle. To boost convenience, fast-charging capability brings the battery from 30% to 80% in just 30 minutes. This means that a quick coffee break is all you need for worry-free city driving.

A 10.1-inch (or optional 12.8-inch) touchscreen greets occupants, featuring the company's DiLink connectivity system with voice commands. Further enhancing the tech vibe is a fully digital instrument cluster. Technology enthusiasts will appreciate the level of standard equipment, often associated with far more expensive cars.

BYD e2 Honor Edition enters China's price war

The Honor Edition's electric motor produces 70 kW (approximately 94 horsepower), giving it enough pep for urban environments and the occasional highway jaunt. BYD touts its robust Blade battery pack as an integrated safety feature and claims a body structure composed of over 50% high-strength steel. Our question is - what is the rest made of?

The BYD e2 Honor Edition even features technology typically reserved for more expensive models. For example, the integrated VTL system allows the car to act as a mobile power source with an output of up to 3.3kW – perfect for charging electric devices on the go, or even powering a campsite or outdoor tools. It's a surprisingly versatile feature for a car in this price segment.

BYD e2 Honor Edition enters China's price war

BYD's latest release is significant, not simply for its own value. It's a clear signpost of the dramatic changes happening within the electric vehicle segment. As prices continue to fall, expect even more consumers to finally turn towards EVs, leaving traditional gasoline vehicles facing a challenging future. The BYD e2 Honor Edition isn't just about offering a fantastic deal in China – it points to a global trend we should all watch closely.

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  • Anonymous
  • d@B
  • 15 Mar 2024

You are watching fake news...

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  • Anonymous
  • dW8
  • 15 Mar 2024

"Celebrated Blade batteries"? Even in China, known for catching fire on its own?

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  • zodiacfml
  • t7W
  • 14 Mar 2024

China has plenty affordable EVs but sold expensively in other countries, including poor countries

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