BYD Han 2025 Review: The Luxury Electric Sedan Challenging Tesla & German Brands

The BYD Han has emerged as one of China’s most compelling luxury electric sedans, blending premium craftsmanship, cutting-edge tech, and impressive performance at a price that undercuts rivals like the Tesla Model S and Mercedes EQE. Now in its 2025 iteration, the Han continues to evolve with longer range, faster charging, and even more luxury features.

As an EV expert and car blogger, I’ve analyzed the latest updates—here’s everything you need to know about the BYD Han 2025, from its revolutionary Blade Battery tech to its real-world driving experience.


1. BYD Han 2025: Key Specs & Pricing

Powertrain & Battery Options

  • BYD Han EV (Pure Electric)
    • Battery: 85 kWh LFP Blade Battery (upgraded for 2025)
    • Range (CLTC): 506–701 km (depending on variant) 15
    • Performance:
      • Single Motor (RWD): 517 HP, 0-100 km/h in 7.9s
      • Dual Motor (AWD): 810 kW (1,085 HP), 0-100 km/h in 2.7s (Han L variant) 11
    • Charging:
      • Standard DC Fast Charging: 30 mins (10-80%)
      • Ultra-Fast (Han L Model): 1,000 kW (1 MW) charging (400 km in 5 minutes11
  • BYD Han DM (Plug-in Hybrid)
    • 1.5T Hybrid Engine + Electric Motor
    • EV-Only Range: 145–170 km
    • 0-100 km/h: 3.9s (DM-p Performance Model) 13

Pricing (2025)

Model Price (USD) Market
BYD Han EV (Base) 25,000–40,000 China, Europe 1517
BYD Han L (Top AWD) ~$55,000 Global 13
BYD Han DM (PHEV) ~$45,000 China 13

Why It Matters?
The Han undercuts the Tesla Model S (~75K)andMercedesEQE( 80K) while offering similar luxury and performance 7.


2. Design: A Mix of Luxury & Sportiness

Exterior Highlights

  • Dimensions: 5,050 mm (L) x 1,960 mm (W) x 1,505 mm (H) (Han L variant) 11
  • Styling: “Dragon Face” design with LED “streamer” headlights, coupe-like roofline, and phoenix-inspired taillights 713
  • Wheels: 20-inch alloys (Performance models) with Brembo brakes

Interior: A Tech-First Luxury Lounge

  • 15.6-inch Rotating Touchscreen (with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto) 7
  • 12.3-inch Digital Cluster + HUD
  • Nappa Leather Seats (heated/ventilated/massage) 7
  • Rear Executive Seats (with boss controls for reclining & climate)
  • Dynaudio Premium Sound System (12 speakers) 15

Downsides?

  • Small trunk (410L)—no frunk 7
  • Touchscreen Overload (climate controls buried in menus)

3. Driving Experience: Comfort Over Sportiness

Performance

  • Han L AWD (2.7s 0-100 km/h) feels explosive—faster than a Porsche Taycan Turbo 11
  • Standard RWD (7.9s 0-100 km/h) is smooth but not thrilling 15

Ride & Handling

  • Soft suspension = luxury comfort but body roll in corners 7
  • Light steering (great for city driving, lacks feedback at speed)

Real-World Range

  • Expect ~550 km (701 km CLTC claim) in mixed driving 15
  • Efficiency: ~15–18 kWh/100 km

4. BYD Han vs. Rivals

Feature BYD Han EV Tesla Model S Mercedes EQE
Price (USD) 25K–55K $75K+ $80K+
Range (WLTP) 506–701 km 652 km 660 km
0-100 km/h 2.7s (AWD) 3.1s 4.2s
Charging 1,000 kW (Han L) 250 kW 170 kW
Luxury Nappa leather, massaging seats Minimalist MBUX Hyperscreen

Verdict: The Han wins on price & charging tech, but Tesla & Mercedes have better brand cachet.


5. Should You Buy the BYD Han?

Pros ✅

  • Affordable luxury (half the price of German rivals)
  • Blade Battery (safer, longer lifespan than NMC)
  • Ultra-fast charging (Han L) 11

Cons ❌

  • Small trunk (410L, no frunk) 7
  • ADAS not as polished as Tesla’s
  • Limited global availability (expanding in Europe)

Final Verdict: 9/10 ★★★★★

The BYD Han 2025 is a luxury EV bargain—offering Tesla-rivaling performance, German-level luxury, and breakthrough charging tech. While it’s not perfect dynamically, its value proposition is unmatched.

🚗 Would you pick the Han over a Tesla or Mercedes? Let me know in the comments!

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