BYD’s new Song Ultra EV racks up over 60,000 orders in one month, starting at $22,000
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- BYD launched the Song Ultra EV on March 26 at 151,900 yuan ($22,000), undercutting its pre‑sale price of 155,000 yuan.
- CarFans research notes the launch price matched customer expectations and the fast‑charging feature drove a steady rise in orders.
- Consumers placed 61,240 orders in the first month, with roughly 70% opting for the longer‑range 710 km version.
- Blade Battery 2.0 powers the SUV, delivering 68.4 kWh or 82.7 kWh packs and enabling a 10‑70% charge in 5 minutes, 97% in 9 minutes even at –30 °C.
- Flash Charging provides a free year of service on all trims, with pre‑order buyers receiving 18 months of complimentary fast‑charging.
Why it matters: BYD secures 61,240 orders, boosting its revenue by an estimated $1.3 billion in the first month, while rivals face tighter price pressure in China’s EV market, accelerating consumer shift to affordable, fast‑charging SUVs.
