BYD EV achieves 70% charge in 5 minutes, 644-mile range ahead of Europe launch

March 16, 2026

Building on its December 2025 Flash Charging technology, Chinese EV maker BYD has unveiled a new model that charges to 70% in 5 minutes and fully in 9 minutes, offering a 644-mile range. It is set to launch in Europe this April.

BYD continues its push into ultra-fast EV charging with a new electric vehicle that reaches 70% battery capacity in just 5 minutes and a full charge in 9 minutes, under the slogan 'Ready in 5, full in 9'. This model promises an impressive 644-mile range on a single charge, aiming to eliminate long charging stops.

This announcement builds on BYD's Flash Charging system revealed in December 2025, which added 400 km of range in 5 minutes using megawatt-level stations and advanced battery tech. The new EV expands these capabilities, with a European launch scheduled for April, strengthening BYD's global presence.

While specific model details and battery specs are not yet disclosed, the development underscores rapid progress in EV technology amid intensifying competition. (Sources: TechRadar, March 15, 2026)

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• https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/ready-in-5-full-in-9-this-chinese-ev-charges-to-70-percent-in-only-5-minutes-has-a-644-mile-range-and-its-coming-to-europe-in-april