BYD’s New Motor Boosts Power, Cuts Weight in Mainstream Models
Chinese automaker BYD is shaking up the electric vehicle market by rolling out a new 240 kW (322 hp) motor across its mainstream models. The TZ200XYAT motor will be used for rear-wheel-drive vehicles with an 800V architecture, adding more power while reducing weight.Key TakeawaysThe Seal 06 GT and Qin Max EV receive the new TZ200XYAT motor.New models are lighter by up to 419 lbs compared to their predecessors.Motors in entry-level versions have seen smaller power gains, but still offer better performance.The Seal 06 GT now features a top model with the new motor, boosting its output from 165 kW to 240 kW. The base version also gets an upgrade to a 200 kW motor and loses weight, dropping from 1940 kg to 1750 kg.The Qin Max EV is another model getting the new TZ200XYAT motor in its top-end v...