Full specifications for the 2020 BYD E5, an all-electric compact sedan from BYD's lineup (primarily sold for ride-hailing/fleet use in China):

1. Core Specifications

Dimensions & Weight

  • Length: 4,680 mm

  • Width: 1,765 mm

  • Height: 1,500 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2,670 mm

  • Curb Weight: 1,720 kg

Powertrain

  • Motor Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)

  • Max Power: 100 kW (134 hp)

  • Max Torque: 180 Nm

  • Transmission: Single-speed automatic (FWD)

  • 0-50 km/h: 4.3 seconds

  • Top Speed: 130 km/h

2. Battery & Range

  • Battery Type: BYD Blade Battery (LFP - Lithium Iron Phosphate)

  • Capacity: 51.2 kWh

  • NEDC Range: 405 km (~350 km real-world)

  • Energy Consumption: 13.5 kWh/100 km

  • Charging:

    • AC (7 kW): ~7 hours (0-100%)

    • DC (60 kW): ~40 minutes (30-80%)

3. Suspension & Brakes

  • Front: MacPherson Strut

  • Rear: Torsion Beam

  • Brakes: Ventilated Discs (Front) / Solid Discs (Rear)

  • Tires: 205/50 R17

4. Features & Interior

Infotainment

  • 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen (DiLink 2.0)

  • 8-inch digital instrument cluster

  • Connectivity: 4G, OTA updates, Bluetooth

Safety

  • Dual front airbags

  • ABS + EBD

  • Rear parking sensors + camera

Comfort

  • Manual air conditioning

  • Fabric seats (6-way manual adjustment)

  • Keyless entry

5. Price & Market

  • Primary Market: Ride-hailing fleets / taxis

  • Competitors:

    • Geely Emgrand EV

    • BEIJING-EU5

    • Changan Eado EV

Key Notes

  1. Blade Battery Advantage: LFP chemistry offered better safety/longevity vs. NCM batteries.

  2. Fleet Focus: No luxury features but optimized for durability (300,000+ km lifespan).

  3. 2021 Update: Discontinued and replaced by BYD Qin Plus EV.

Ownership Costs

  • Electricity Cost: ~¥0.08/km ($0.01/km)

  • Maintenance: ~¥500/year ($70) (no oil changes, fewer moving parts).