BYD PRESS KIT
UITP Milan 2015
The BYDebus range in detail
New BYD 12m ebus at UITP:
More powerful batteries, European interior, better visibility
A much enhanced version of BYD’s 12m ebus single decker pure electric bus makes its debut at the UITP Milan 2015.
The display vehicleis a three-door 12m ebus with two battery packs which feature more powerful batteries (all previous ebuses in Europe have had three packs – the new arrangement provides European-style passenger space and better visibility for the driver). The packs deliver a range under UITP SORT test standards of 260km and can be fully charged within 5 hours from a 60 kW power source. Off-peak charging offers even more economic savings.
Feel-good space for passengers
A low, fully flat floor throughout the wide corridor and increased space between the wheel arches all facilitate entry into and movement on board. Thanks to the higher battery capacity, the bus needs less space for batteries and offers greater overall carrying capacity for 87 passengers.
Quiet comfort in a well designed interior
Based on BYD’s unique technology, the BYD ebus delivers an extremely quiet and comfortable experience for passengers and other road users – both inside and outside. The passengers enjoy the bus not only for environmental reasons, but alsofor its quiet, air-conditioned comfort.
Customization
Different interiors can be tailor-made according to customers’ requirements, providing more operating flexibility.
Clever drivers cab means safer driving
The large front windshield covering two thirds of the front assures a wide angle of vision for drivers. The ergonomic design in the driver’s seat and various adjustable devices for maintaining an optimum posture help to mitigate driver’s fatigue. Additionally, the completely contained driver’s cab protects the driver from distractions.
Integrated instrument panel
The BYD ebus instrument panel has a large TFT screen with superior brightness and contrast. Logically organized gauges and controls provide the ultimate in driving convenience.
Keyless start-stop
When the smart key is placed within a predefined detectable distance from the motor, an easy press on the “POWER” button, while stepping on the brake, will start and stop the bus. This eliminates the need to turn a key, helping the driver with frequent start-and-stop driving.
Body features
•Double-glazed tinted glass
•Panoramic front windscreen: laminated glass with electric demister
•Extra thermal and fire-proofing insulation layer in body construction
•Heavy-duty protective paint for chassis and protective guard for chassis wire harness
•Auxiliary heating system keeps the passenger compartment at a comfortable temperature even in extreme cold weather
Iron-Phosphate battery technology
The power battery for an electric bus needs to meet exacting requirements for safety, energy density and low cost. BYD’s safe, reliable and environmentally friendly long life Iron-Phosphate battery is the best choice to meet all of these demanding criteria. Under normal conditions, BYD’s Iron-Phosphate battery can retainover 75% of its capacityafter 10 years’ use.
The Iron-Phosphate battery contains no heavy metals or toxic electrolytes and with no pollution or emissions during the production process. Furthermore, the spent batteries can be recycled with minimal environmental impact. The BYD ebus is able to run 260km on a single charge in typical urban conditions. Two battery packs with a capacity of 270kWh can be mounted in various positions to enable flexible interior layouts and requirements. A further pack to provide enhanced range can also be installed. With the benefit of BYD’s research and development capability, the density and capacity of the BYD Iron-Phosphate batteryis growing steadilyevery year.
Technical features
BYD’s in-house developed motor controller has integrated on-board charger controls which monitor the functions of the motor, allowing the driving motor to reverse the direction of current when required. The distributed Battery Management System consists of the signal collector and controller, which has the capability of constantly inspecting every single cell’s working status.
The BYD ebus also features a Regenerative Braking System. This system converts part of the kinetic energy during deceleration or downhill driving into electricity and stores this “bonus energy” in the battery providing additional driving range.
The BYD in-house-developed rear drive axle installed on the ebus is the core technology in the BYD electric buses. The rear drive axle system integrates the wheel-hub drive and regenerative braking technologies, and at the same time, provides exceptional passenger comfort.
In the ebus range, different body types, interiors and loading capacity can be tailor-designed according to customers’ requirements, and thus providing operational flexibility.
Designed to be corrosion-resistant for a service life of more than 20 years, the integral aluminum body not only reduces curb weight, but also ensures optimum performance while reducing energy consumption.
The BYD ebus has received the EU’s Whole Vehicle Type Approval, WVTA for short, allowing it to be sold in all EU member states without the need for individual national approval. The energy consumptionof BYD ebus is around 130kWh/100km in urban conditions.It saves up to 80% of the fuel cost when compared to a traditional diesel bus. The longer you drive, the more you will save.
With a distinctive appearance, the BYD ebus is in tune with the modern design style demanded by forward looking operators in the public transport sector. Many details, such as the clear and sleek lines on the front, the blue and silver oval logo and the alloy wheels, all accentuate the strong design identity. The ebus is available in a range of colours to meet regional operator requirements and livery styles.
Fully proven
The BYD ebus on display at UITP Milan 2015 has been proven by millions of kilometres of passenger-carrying service in China and elsewhere.
BYD ebus has been tested worldwide inmore than156major global cities, including– Europe – Madrid, Salzburg, Warsaw, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Brussels, Tel Aviv, Budapest and London; and–the Americas–New York, San Francisco,Los Angeles,Toronto,Bogota,São Paulo and so on. The Dutch island of Schiemonnikoog has converted its entire bus fleet to pure electric BYD ebuses and a fleet of 35 units is shortly to enter service at Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam.
Each city received BYD electric buses to conduct their own programmneof tests on operational cost-effectiveness and return on investment of the new technology. The encouraging test data and financial figures demonstrate the outstanding reliability and efficiency of BYD’s unique electric system.
In Shenzhen, China, 780 ebuses have been delivered to Shenzhen Bus Group Company. By the end of May 2015, the accumulated mileage was more than67 million km, with that for a single bus being more than 0.25 million km.
BYD is now by far the world’s largest manufacturer of full size electric buses.
On-board charging system
The BYD AC on-board charging system is a newly developed technology for an electric bus. The cost and space occupation are much less than that of an off-board DC system and the AC on-board charging system is also easier to operate.
The 12 metre version of the BYD ebus, currently on trial across Europe, is the first to be seen in European markets, but there is a whole range following that will make their debuts soon. These include:
8 metre
The BYD 8m electric bus is a real support for green cities and offers functional equipment. It can reach 200km on a single charge. For the European market the bus will provide 24 passenger seats but is currently only available in China.
10.2metre double-decker
The BYD 10.2m double-decker is specially planned and designed for London, UK, home to the world’s largest fleet of double deckers. Equipped with advanced wheel-hub motors and a 340kWh battery capacity, the double-decker electric bus can cover at least 300km on a single charge.
10.8metre RHD
The BYD electric bus (10.8m) right-hand version has been specially designed for UK, Ireland and other right-hand drive markets. With the energy of 320kWh, the BYD right-hand drive electric bus has a range of 330km on a single charge under UITP SORT conditions.
18 metre Articulated
Offering the ultimate capacity in the single deck ebus range, the artic provides 51 passenger seats and a total passenger capacity up to 150. It includes a second extended passenger compartment, in-wheel traction motors, and an additional battery module.
Green City Solution
BYD has created its Green City Solution aiming to electrify urban public transportation systems by transitioning from gasoline and diesel powered buses and taxis to pure electric ones. Besides electric vehicles, BYD also provides related services such as charging facilities, charging station monitoring systems and after-sale service, all-in-all a one-stop-shop solution.
BYD 7+4 Strategy
Earlier this year BYD Founder & Chairman WangChuanfu revealed BYD’s new industrial and consumer vehicle electrification strategy called‘7+4’.
7 stands for the 7 conventional vehicle fields BYD will focus on:Battery ElectricBus, BatteryElectric Taxi, Private Vehicle, Battery Electric Coach, Logistics Operations Vehicle, Construction Vehicle and Waste Management Vehicle.
4 stands for the 4 specialized vehicle fields BYD will focus on:Battery Electric Dump Truck, Battery Electric Towing Tractor, Battery Electric Forklift, and Airside Service Vehicle.
About BYD
BYD Co., Ltd is a leading-edge provider of green energy technologies that specializes in the IT, automotive, and new energy industries. Being the world’s biggest rechargeable battery manufacturer, BYD also has the largest global market share for cell-phone chargers and keypads. BYD branched out into the auto business in 2003, and has kept a robust yearly growth rate successively. In 2008, Warren Buffett invested $232 million to take a 9.89% stake in BYD. Today, BYD is the fastest-growing Chinese auto company and a global pioneer in the field of new energy vehicles including Dual Mode Electric Models and Pure Electric Models.
Based on its core Iron-Phosphate Battery technology, BYD has worked out a Green City Solution, which aims to electrify urban public transportation systems by transitioning from gasoline and diesel buses and taxis to pure electric ones. In March 2012, BYD and Daimler AG officially announced the entirely new EV brand Denza in China.
In addition, BYD has also focused on the Research & Development and manufacturing of a wide range of new energy products, including energy storage system, solar energy products and LED lighting. For more information, please visit email .
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BYD ebus8metre (2 doors)
Technical Data
Dimensions and weightsL/W/H / 8,800/2,430/3,220mm
Wheelbase / 4,000mm
Front/rear overhang / 2,155/2,645mm
Turning circle / 16.8m
Floor height / 660mm
Boarding height / 380/380mm
Approach/departure angle / 9.5°/12.8°
Tyres / 255/70R22.5
Interior headroom / 1,900mm
Clear door width / 690/930mm
G.V.W / 13,000kg
Passenger capacity / 49
Seats / 19
Standee / 30
Powertrain
Max. motor power / 90kW×2
Range according to the operation experiences / 200km
Range under SORT conditions / 230km
Battery energy / 160kWh
Charging power / 40kW×2
Charging time / 3h
Gradeability / 15%
BYD ebus10.2m Double decker,RHD
Technical Data
Dimensions and weightsL/W/H / 10,200/2,550/4,400mm
Wheelbase / 5,950mm
Front/rear overhang / 2,422/1,828mm
Turning circle / 22.2m
Floor height / 363mm
Boarding height / 322/322mm
Approach/departure angle / 8°/10°
Tyres / 275/70R22.5
Interior headroom / 2,050mm/1,840mm
Clear door width / 1,200mm
G.V.W / 19,000kg
Passenger capacity / 81
Seats / 54
Standee / 27
Powertrain
Max. motor power / 150kW×2
Range according to the operation experiences / 240km
Range under SORT conditions / 300km
Battery energy / 340kWh
Charging power / 40kW×2
Charging time / 4h
Gradeability / 16%
BYD ebus12metre(3 doors)
Technical Data
Dimensions and weightsL/W/H / 12,000/2,550/3,360mm
Wheelbase / 5,900mm
Front/rear overhang / 2,650/3,450mm
Turning circle / 23.2m
Floor height / 370mm
Boarding height / 330/340/340mm
Approach/departure angle / 7°/7°
Tyres / 275/70R22.5
Interior headroom / 2,200mm
Clear door width / 1,200mm
G.V.W / 19,000kg
Passenger capacity / 87
Seats / 27
Standee / 60
Powertrain
Max. motor power / 90kW×2
Range according to the operation experiences / 210km
Range under SORT conditions / 260km
Battery energy / 270kWh
Charging power / 30kW×2
Charging time / 5h
Gradeability / 15%
BYD ebus10.8metre RHD
Technical Data
Dimensions and weightsL/W/H / 10,850/2,500/3,300mm
Wheelbase / 5,650mm
Front/rear overhang / 2,700/2,500mm
Turning circle / 21.9m
Floor height / 370mm
Boarding height / 320/340mm
Approach/departure angle / 7°/8°
Tyres / 275/70R22.5
Interior headroom / 1,900mm
Clear door width / 1,200mm
G.V.W / 18,000kg
Passenger capacity / 78
Seats / 26
Standee / 52
Powertrain
Max. motor power / 90kW×2
Range according to the operation experiences / 260km
Range under SORT conditions / 330km
Battery energy / 320kWh
Charging power / 40kW×2
Charging time / 4h
Gradeability / 15%
BYD ebus18 metre Articulated
Technical Data
Dimensions and weightsL/W/H / 18100/2550/3435mm
Wheelbase / 5,250/6,700mm
Front/rear overhang / 2,700/3,450mm
Turning circle / 22.0m
Floor height / 370mm
Boarding height / 320/320/320mm
Approach/departure angle / 7°/7°
Tyres / 275/70R22.5
Interior headroom / 2,200mm
Clear door width / 1,200mm
G.V.W / 29,000kg
Passenger capacity / 150
Seats / 51
Standee / 99
Powertrain
Max. motor power / 150kW×2
Range according to the operation experiences / 170km**
Range under SORT conditions / 220km**
Battery energy / 270kWh
Charging power / 40kW×2
Charging time / 3h
Gradeability / 17%
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