The BYD Racco is BYD's first pure electric kei car (K-car)
It features a boxy design, electric rear sliding doors, a 20 kWh LFP blade battery, an 180 km WLTC range, and an estimated starting price around 2.5 million yen (~$16,340 USD).
Design and ExteriorCompact Kei Dimensions: Adheres strictly to Japan's microcar size rules with short overhangs for tight city navigation.
Sliding Doors: Equipped with practical electric rear sliding doors on both sides for easy entry in tight parking spaces.Lighting: Features C-shaped front headlights and a connected, illuminated rear tail lamp setup with a glowing BYD logo.
Interior and TechnologyCabin Layout: Includes a digital instrument panel for the driver alongside a floating central infotainment touchscreen.Ergonomics: Retains physical control buttons for the air conditioning system alongside multi-level dashboard storage cubbies.
Comfort Features: Comes with white leatherette upholstery, heated front seats, power windows, and a tall, wide windshield for optimal outward visibility.Performance and BatteryElectric Motor: Powered by a single front-mounted electric motor delivering 20 kW (27 hp) tailored for urban commuting.Blade Battery: Utilizes a compact FinDreams/BYD LFP blade battery pack engineered for heightened safety and longevity.Charging: Supports DC fast charging capabilities up to 100 kW
BYD Racco, Electric Kei Car, Micro EV, K-EV Segment, City Commuter
