Alleged 2,100 kW equipment promises to revolutionize recharging time, handily surpassing rivals from Tesla and Lotus
Images leaked on Chinese social networks indicate that BYD is preparing an unprecedented technological leap in electric vehicle infrastructure. Photographs of technical plates and identification stickers suggest that the automaker is developing a new ultra-fast charger with a power of up to 2,100 kW. If confirmed, the equipment will represent a drastic advance in relation to current ultra-fast charging systems, promising recharge times comparable to fueling combustion vehicles.
The leak, echoed on Sunday (8), exposes a label that details an output voltage of 1,000 V and an impressive current of 2,100 A (or 2x 1050 A in dual output). The move comes a few days after another sighting, reported on February 2, which already pointed to tests with 1,500 kW equipment.
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For comparison, BYD’s current technology, officially launched in March 2025 under the Super e-Platform architecture, delivers 1,000 kW. This system, already considered cutting-edge and integrated into premium models such as the Han L sedan and the Tang L SUV, is capable of adding about 400 km of range in just five minutes in ideal conditions, making it especially useful for heavy vehicles. The new equipment, with more than double that power, would require new generation batteries capable of supporting such a thermal load.
To date, BYD has not issued official statements confirming the specifications or a commercial implementation timeline. However, the frequency of the leaks suggests that the company is accelerating development to surpass competitors such as Tesla (whose V4 chargers for the Semi truck reach 1 MW) and Lotus (with 450 kW units). It remains to be seen whether the electrical infrastructure of cities and the batteries of passenger cars will keep up with this evolution.
