BYD Yuan PLUS 3rd Gen Adds 800V Charging From $16,600
BYD launched the third-generation Yuan PLUS with 800V charging, second-gen Blade Battery options, and prices from ¥119,900, about $16,600, in China.
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BYD launched the third-generation Yuan PLUS with 800V charging, second-gen Blade Battery options, and prices from ¥119,900, about $16,600, in China.
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