BYD expected to launch mini EV in Japan in 2026 - Breaking The News

BYD expected to launch mini EV in Japan in 2026

21 April

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Chinese electric carmaker BYD is planning to develop an electric minicar exclusively for the Japanese market, Nikkei reported on Monday.

According to the report, the company has already completed the design for the vehicle, which is expected to roll out in the second half of 2026.

The minicar is projected to cost around 2.5 million yen ($17,700).

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