BYD’s 1,000kW EV Platform Just Changed Everything – You Will Not Believe the Speed

China is not just catching up in the electric vehicle game — it is pulling ahead, fast. BYD, one of the biggest players in China’s electric vehicle scene, is pushing the limits once again with its new Super e-Platform. While the world was still impressed by electric vehicles capable of charging at 500 kilowatts, BYD has stepped up with technology that supports a jaw-dropping 1,000 kilowatts of charging power. That is enough to recharge range at a rate of 2 kilometers, or about 1.2 miles, every second.

What makes this even more impressive is that BYD’s Super e-Platform operates at 1,000 volts, beating out competitors like Lucid and Porsche that currently max out around 800 or 900 volts. This massive voltage, combined with the platform’s ability to handle up to 1,000 amps, allows it to deliver a quick 5-minute charge that adds up to 249 miles or 400 kilometers of range. That is nearly the same experience as filling up at a gas station.

Of course, to tap into this full potential, special charging stations are required. BYD has announced its plan to build 4,000 of these high-powered stations across China. However, there is no specific timeline yet for when these stations will roll out or when the entire network will be complete. These chargers cannot be installed just anywhere either. Due to the high electrical demand, they will need to be placed in areas with strong power grid infrastructure.

Chinese customers can already pre-order two electric vehicles using this groundbreaking platform — the Han L sedan priced at $37,350 and the Tang L SUV at $38,700. Both models will be the fastest-charging production electric vehicles on the planet. They are also among the most powerful. Thanks to all-new motors spinning at over 30,000 revolutions per minute, the platform delivers 777 horsepower from a single motor, a record in itself.

For those wanting even more power, the dual-motor setup pairs a 671-horsepower rear motor with a 308-horsepower front motor for a combined total of 1,084 horsepower. This setup rockets the Han L from 0 to 62 miles per hour in just 2.7 seconds, while the Tang L follows closely at 3.6 seconds. Top speeds are 190 miles per hour and 170 miles per hour, respectively.

BYD’s Super e-Platform feels like a major turning point. With this kind of speed and performance, charging an electric vehicle may soon be as convenient as refueling a traditional car. Now it is all about execution — BYD must deliver on the infrastructure to truly change the game.