Chinese carmaker BYD is preparing to unveil one of its most technologically ambitious vehicles to date. The new Great Tang, a full-size electric SUV positioned at the top of the company’s Dynasty lineup, combines luxury, performance, and experimental ultra-fast charging technology that could point to the next phase of electric mobility.

The model is expected to become the largest SUV in the Dynasty series, sitting above the current Tang that is already sold in Europe. With a length of roughly 5.3 meters and a wheelbase of more than 3.1 meters, the vehicle targets the premium three-row SUV segment dominated by models such as the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90.

Inside, the Great Tang is designed primarily as a luxury family vehicle. The cabin features a 2+2+3 seating configuration with captain’s chairs in the second row.

A multi-screen layout includes a digital instrument display, a central infotainment screen, and a passenger display, while rear passengers are expected to benefit from a ceiling-mounted entertainment screen.

The interior concept reflects a trend in China’s premium SUV market where comfort and entertainment for second-row passengers are increasingly important.

The electric version of the Great Tang is expected to be powered by BYD’s Blade battery technology, which uses lithium-iron-phosphate chemistry.

950 km CLTC range

Several powertrain options are anticipated. Entry versions will likely use a single electric motor producing around 300 kW or 370 kW, while a dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration could deliver up to 585 kW, or roughly 784 horsepower. Such figures would place the model among the most powerful electric SUVs currently planned for production.

Range is another key focus. Early reports suggest a driving range of up to about 950 kilometers under China’s CLTC testing cycle. Although that figure is typically more optimistic than Europe’s WLTP standard, it would still translate into roughly 700 kilometers in European conditions, an impressive figure for a vehicle of this size.

The most attention-grabbing feature of the Great Tang, however, lies beneath the bodywork. The SUV is expected to debut BYD’s new high-voltage electric architecture based on a 1,000-volt system capable of handling currents of up to 1,000 amps.

In theory, this combination allows peak charging power of approximately 1 megawatt. If infrastructure capable of megawatt charging becomes available in the future, the theoretical benefit would be much shorter charging stops.

Adding 500 km in five minutes?

For example, a 150 kWh battery charged at 1,000 kW could theoretically gain around 500 km of range in roughly five minutes, assuming ideal conditions and a very high charging rate.

Although in practice, charging speeds will depend on available infrastructure, as most public fast chargers in Europe currently deliver between 150 and 350 kW.

Megawatt charging is currently associated mainly with heavy-duty electric trucks, which use extremely large battery packs and high-power charging infrastructure.

Applying similar power levels to passenger cars presents significant engineering challenges, including battery cooling, cable design, and the electrical capacity required at charging stations.

The timing of the Great Tang also reflects a broader shift in BYD’s global strategy. The Chinese manufacturer is rapidly transforming from a domestically focused brand into a major exporter.

Exporting more than selling in China

Overseas shipments have surged as BYD expands into Europe, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The company exported more than one million vehicles in 2025, more than doubling its overseas deliveries from the previous year.

It highlights how rapidly international markets are becoming central to its growth strategy. Europe is expected to play a particularly important role as BYD prepares to introduce more high-end electric models in the region.

For Europe, the arrival of the Great Tang itself remains uncertain. BYD has been expanding rapidly across the continent and already sells models such as the Tang SU. Still, flagship vehicles developed primarily for the Chinese domestic market often remain local for several years before being exported.

Instead, the technology developed for the Great Tang may prove more significant. BYD is investing heavily in European manufacturing, including a new production facility in Hungary, and future vehicles built on the company’s next-generation electric platform could eventually reach European markets.