Blade Battery 2.0 + FLASH ChargingAnnounced March 2026 · up to 1,500kW
BYD Flash Charging explained
Ready in 5.Up to 97% in 9.
A clear, source-linked overview of BYD's latest ultra-fast charging technology—from the 2025 megawatt Super e-Platform to the 2026 Blade Battery 2.0 system.
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Up to, 2026 system
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State of charge in 5 min*
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State of charge in 9 min*
*BYD-published figures for charging from 10% under specified conditions; real-world results vary.
Performance
Two milestones, two test contexts
The figures are impressive, but they should not be presented as if they all describe one identical system.
Super e-PlatformAnnounced March 2025 · 1,000kW peak
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This animation is illustrative and is not a laboratory charging curve.
Technology
Speed requires a complete system
Ultra-fast charging depends on the battery, high-voltage architecture, power electronics, thermal control and charging station working together.
High-voltage architecture
The 2025 Super e-Platform introduced an all-domain 1,000V architecture designed to support megawatt-class charging.
Battery chemistry and structure
BYD says lower internal resistance and faster ion transport enable the high charging rate of Blade Battery 2.0.
Thermal management
Temperature control is essential to sustain high power while protecting performance and safety.
Station and grid integration
Available speed also depends on compatible stations, site power, vehicle state, temperature and local infrastructure.
Use cases
Where shorter stops matter
Benefits become meaningful only where compatible vehicles and charging infrastructure are available.
Long-distance travel
Shorter charging stops can make highway journeys feel closer to conventional refuelling.
Urban charging hubs
High-throughput sites may serve more vehicles, subject to grid and station capacity.
Commercial fleets
Reduced downtime could improve vehicle utilisation when route and depot infrastructure are compatible.
Availability and specifications differ by vehicle and market.
Evidence
Official sources and conditions
Claims on this showcase are linked to BYD's own announcements.
2025 Super e-Platform: BYD states 1,000kW peak charging and approximately 400km of range added in five minutes for the Han L. Read the official announcement.
2026 Blade Battery 2.0: BYD states charging of 10%–70% in five minutes and 10%–97% in nine minutes, with power up to 1,500kW. Read the official announcement.
Charging time and range depend on battery temperature and state of charge, vehicle configuration, charger output, environment and test method. This independent page is informational and is not affiliated with or endorsed by BYD.
2026 Blade Battery 2.0: BYD states charging of 10%–70% in five minutes and 10%–97% in nine minutes, with power up to 1,500kW. Read the official announcement.
Charging time and range depend on battery temperature and state of charge, vehicle configuration, charger output, environment and test method. This independent page is informational and is not affiliated with or endorsed by BYD.
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