Is BYD HAN Worth In 2024?

After several years of driving on European roads in my BYD HAN, I’ve gathered a lot of stories, experience, and some unexpected lessons. Here’s a brief overview of what it’s like to have a BYD here, along with its problems.

At first glance, the BYD HAN seems like a glimpse into the future. It’s a long car, exactly 5 meters, and looks stylish. However, on the busy, narrow streets of Europe, finding a parking spot can become a real adventure, even in large parking areas.

Despite the parking difficulties, the HAN is pleasant to drive around town. However, sometimes I miss the sound of a conventional car’s engine, especially on long highway trips. It’s not even about the sound, but the familiar and straightforward refueling process.

Speaking of speed, driving an electric vehicle over 90 km/h means charging more often. For comparison, at a speed of 120 km/h, out of the declared 530 kilometers, you’ll only get 300. Assuming you’re traveling that distance both ways, at 50% you’ll need to find a charging station to refill, which takes 40 minutes at 50 kW. Let me repeat, don’t listen to the managers about the BYD’s charging capabilities. Yes, they are undoubtedly great if you are in China with their developed infrastructure. In Europe, in 90% of cases, fast charging means 50kW. Just keep that in mind.

The situation with waiting for spare parts requires a lot of patience. My story with needing a headlight replacement could add many gray hairs to your head. Imagine waiting six months just to get a response from the company. For me, this is definitely the biggest downside of owning a BYD in Europe.

Do I regret my choice? Not exactly, but…

Buying my HAN directly from China seemed like a good deal. But would I buy it again in Europe? Considering its high price, especially compared to European cars, it’s a tough choice. The question is, is it worth more than 70,000 euros? Probably not. For example, German car manufacturers offer similar or even better options for the same price. When I say better, I mean a vast expertise in creating finely tuned chassis, suspensions, material quality, and attention to detail. Chinese manufacturers still have a long way to go. Meanwhile, they offer you a tech gadget, possibly with more options, but with a lot of minor issues that are frankly quite annoying. It’s not premium, not yet premium.

BYD has a lot of potential, like an emerging star athlete. But if you’re in Europe, you might want to wait until the BYD factory in Hungary starts operating. It could change the situation for the better.

So, who should consider buying a BYD HAN in Europe? Imagine someone with a bit of extra money, who doesn’t rely on just one car. They like driving around the city and have their own charging spot. If this doesn’t sound like you, maybe it’s worth waiting before buying a BYD.

And remember, I have many more stories and thoughts to share. So, keep my blog bookmarked for further reading.


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