BYD launched the Song Ultra EV in China, starting at just under $22,000. The new EV is one of the first to be equipped with its Blade Battery and Flash Charging, enabling recharge times in as little as 5 minutes. BYD launches the Song Ultra EV with Flash Charging Since opening pre-orders for the Song Ultra EV on March 6, BYD said the new electric SUV has secured 21,586 reservations in just 20 days. BYD officially launched the Song Ultra EV in China on Thursday, March 26, starting at 151,900 yuan ($22,000). That’s far lower than the expected 220,000 yuan ($31,900) starting price, and the 155,000 yuan ($22,500) pre-sale price. It’s available in four trims with prices ranging up to 179,900 yuan ($26,000). All variants will be powered by BYD’s new Blade Battery 2.0, with two battery pack options: 68.4 kWh and 82.7 kWh, providing CLTC ranges of 605 km and 710 km. Advertisement – scroll for more content With BYD’s Flash Charging tech, the Song Ultra EV can charge from 10% to 70% in …