BYD Rolls Out New 240 kW Motor Across Mainstream Models, with Broad Implications - CleanTechnica

BYD has introduced a new 240 kW (322 hp) TZ200XYAT motor across a broad range of its mainstream electric vehicles, marking a significant upgrade in power and architecture. This motor is designed for rear-wheel-drive (RWD) 800V platforms, representing both an architectural enhancement and a shift in the primary drive axle for several models. Notably, vehicles equipped with this motor are achieving higher power outputs while simultaneously reducing weight—for example, the Seal 06 GT hatchback’s top RWD model increases from 165 kW to 240 kW and drops nearly 190 kg (419 lbs) in weight. Similarly, the new Qin Max EV and Seal 06 Max EV models also feature increased motor power and reduced weight, with the Qin Max EV growing slightly in size but maintaining efficiency improvements. The new Seal 07 EV and Han EV models both utilize the 240 kW motor and share similar body styles and weights that are lighter than their predecessors, with expectations that