150,000 reservations and 40,222 deliveries in 3 months: BYD succeeds again with its large SUV measuring 5.2 meters and priced at 31,920 euros, which will be available in Spain.
07/10/2026 16:00
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07/10/2026 16:00
BYD has seen one of its largest and most ambitious vehicles achieve unusually strong sales figures. The BYD Great Tang, its new flagship SUV in the Dynasty series, has sold over 10,000 units in each of its first three full months on the market in China.
The manufacturer sold another 13,010 units in September, bringing the total sales since its launch to 40,222 units. The Great Tang was first unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show and officially went on sale in mid-June, so these figures confirm the high interest it generated even during its pre-order period.
Over 40,000 units sold in three months
The first signs of strong demand appeared even before the Great Tang was available for purchase. BYD received more than 30,000 pre-orders within the first 24 hours after reservations opened. Two weeks later, that number had surpassed 100,000, and by the time it went on official sale in China, there were already over 150,000 pre-orders.
This initial demand has now translated into actual sales. The Great Tang has seen monthly sales exceed 10,000 units for three consecutive months, with September ending with another 13,010 units sold. Since its launch, BYD has sold a total of exactly 40,222 units of its new flagship vehicle.
The figures become even more significant when considering the vehicle’s size and class. The Great Tang is the largest and most premium SUV in the Dynasty range. It measures 5,263 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,800 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,130 mm. As a result, it is even larger than models such as the KIA EV9 and Hyundai IONIQ 9.
Up to 950 km of range and extremely fast charging
BYD sells its large SUV in both fully electric and plug-in hybrid versions. The most affordable Great Tang EV is available in China starting at 239,900 yuan, approximately 31,930 euros at current exchange rates, and it features a second-generation Blade battery with a capacity of 105 kWh. Above that is the Flagship EV version, which boosts the battery capacity to an impressive 130 kWh. This allows it to achieve a range of up to 950 km under China’s CLTC testing cycle. Its price starts at 269,900 yuan, roughly 35,920 euros.
Another key advantage is its charging capability. The vehicle’s 1,000 V electrical architecture and BYD’s latest fast charging technology enable the battery to go from 10% to 70% charge in just 5 minutes, according to the manufacturer. Reaching 97% charge from 10% takes 9 minutes under optimal conditions.
BYD Has Already Confirmed the Great Tang Will Arrive in Europe
The Great Tang features 7 seats arranged in a 2+2+3 configuration. BYD claims its new SUV includes up to “29 world premieres,” though much of its appeal lies in combining the size typical of a luxury large SUV with cutting-edge electric technology. Its commercial success in China is particularly significant for Europe.
Following the model’s unveiling, BYD’s executive vice president, Stella Li, confirmed that the Great Tang will also be sold in international markets, including Europe. Its arrival is expected by the end of 2026 or early 2027, though its prices and final specifications for our market are still unknown. Nor should one expect the 950 km CLTC range announced in China to carry over directly to European homologation. What will arrive, however, is accompanied by figures that are unusual for a vehicle of this size. At least in China, BYD has managed to turn its largest and most sophisticated SUV into a high-volume product.
