Charging the BYD Yuan Plus: Complete Charging Guide
The short answer
The BYD Yuan Plus takes about 42 minutes to go from 10% to 80% on a 60 kW DC charger and about 33 minutes on an 80 kW one, which is the maximum it accepts in direct current. On AC the limit is 7 kW. The battery is 60.48 kWh.
The BYD Yuan Plus is the electric SUV that won over Brazil with its generous interior space and everyday range. In this guide, you'll find everything about charging: times at each power level, real costs, the charging curve and where to find the best charging stations in Curitiba.
Battery and charging specifications
The BYD Yuan Plus sold in Brazil (also known as the Atto 3 in other markets) comes with a robust battery with the following specifications:
- Capacity: 60.48 kWh (usable)
- Type: LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) — Blade Battery
- WLTP range: up to 420 km
- Real range (city): 350–400 km
- Real range (highway): 300–350 km
- Connector: CCS2
- Maximum DC power: 80 kW
- Maximum AC power: 7 kW (single-phase)
Compared to the Dolphin, the Yuan Plus has a 35% larger battery and accepts faster DC charging (80 kW vs 60 kW). In practice, that means more range with proportionally similar charging times.
Charging times: scenario by scenario
| Energy source | Power | 10% → 80% | 0% → 100% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220V household outlet | 2.2 kW | ~19 hours | ~27 hours |
| 7 kW wallbox | 7 kW | ~6 hours | ~8h40 |
| 60 kW DC charging station | 60 kW | ~42 min | ~1h10 |
| 80 kW DC charging station | 80 kW | ~33 min | ~55 min |
Note that at a 60 kW charging station (like Elektro Charge), the Yuan Plus charges from 10% to 80% in about 42 minutes. On a charger that delivers the full 80 kW it accepts, the time drops to just over half an hour.
With 400 km of real city range, most Yuan Plus owners in Curitiba charge the car only 2 to 3 times a week — often just on the home wallbox.
The Yuan Plus's DC charging curve
Like every electric car, the Yuan Plus does not hold maximum power throughout the entire fast-charging session. The real charging curve works like this:
- 0% to 20%: gradual ramp-up to maximum power
- 20% to 50%: sustained maximum power (~75-80 kW) — the sweet spot
- 50% to 70%: slight reduction (~60-70 kW)
- 70% to 80%: moderate reduction (~45-55 kW)
- 80% to 100%: significant reduction (~20-30 kW)
This curve explains why charging from 10% to 80% is so much more efficient than going all the way to 100%. The last 20% can take almost as long as the previous 70%. For trips, the ideal strategy is to make more frequent stops, charging up to 80%.
Charging cost in Curitiba
For a charge from 10% to 80% of the Yuan Plus (approximately 42 kWh), the costs in April 2026 look like this:
Cost simulation — BYD Yuan Plus (10% → 80%)
Home (standard rate R$ 0.75/kWh): R$ 31.50
Home (overnight rate R$ 0.50/kWh): R$ 21.00
Public AC charging station (R$ 1.20/kWh): R$ 50.40
Fast DC charging station (R$ 1.80/kWh): R$ 75.60
With R$ 75 of fast charging, you gain ~290 km of range. An equivalent gasoline SUV would spend R$ 170+ for the same distance.
LFP battery: can it charge to 100%?
One of the great advantages of the Yuan Plus's LFP (Blade Battery) is its tolerance for full charging. Unlike NMC batteries, where the recommendation is to stay between 20% and 80%, LFP batteries can be charged to 100% regularly without accelerated degradation.
In fact, BYD recommends charging to 100% at least once a week at home. This helps the battery management system (BMS) correctly calibrate the state-of-charge reading, avoiding inaccurate percentage readings on the dashboard.
- You can charge to 100% at home without concern
- On fast DC charging, stopping at 80% saves significant time
- BYD offers an 8-year or 150,000 km warranty on the battery
- Expected service life: more than 3,000 full cycles
Yuan Plus vs Dolphin: charging differences
| Specification | Yuan Plus | Dolphin |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 60.48 kWh | 44.9 kWh |
| Maximum DC charging | 80 kW | 60 kW |
| 10% → 80% (DC 60 kW) | ~42 min | ~30 min |
| Real city range | 350–400 km | 280–320 km |
| Cost 10%→80% (home) | ~R$ 31 | ~R$ 23 |
The choice between the two depends on the usage profile. The Yuan Plus is ideal for those who drive more or need an SUV with room for the family. The Dolphin is perfect for individual or couple urban use, with an even lower charging cost.
Where to charge the Yuan Plus in Curitiba and Pinhais
With approximately 6,400 electric vehicles registered in the region, Curitiba is well served with infrastructure. There are 445 charging points, including 125 fast DC chargers.
For the Yuan Plus specifically, which accepts up to 80 kW, a 60 kW charging station already delivers an excellent experience — the difference between 60 and 80 kW is just a few minutes in practice. At Elektro Charge in Pinhais, on Av. Maringá, you'll find 60 kW DC with CCS2, 24-hour operation and the advantage of having dining within reach while you wait.
The idea is simple: plug in the Yuan Plus, have a meal or a coffee, and when you're done, your SUV is ready for another 290 km on the road. It's charging with an experience, not with boredom.
If the Yuan Plus is out of budget or your profile is more urban, it's worth checking the Dolphin vs Dolphin Mini comparison before deciding — both also charge at the same 60 kW DC in Pinhais.
Final tips for Yuan Plus owners
- Install a 7 kW wallbox at home — it's the most important investment for any EV owner
- Use navigation apps with charging stations — Tupinambá and PlugShare are essential for trips
- Precondition the battery — in Curitiba's winter (~5°C to 10°C), schedule battery heating before reaching the charging station
- Charge to 100% weekly at home — it calibrates the BMS and takes advantage of LFP
- Monitor through the BYD app — track state of charge, history and schedule charges remotely
Fast charging for your Yuan Plus
60 kW DC, CCS2, 24h. From 10% to 80% in under 45 minutes — with dining right next door.
View on Google Maps →Frequently asked questions
Can the Yuan Plus charge to 100%?
It can. The LFP Blade battery tolerates full charges without accelerated degradation, and BYD recommends charging to 100% at least once a week at home so the BMS can calibrate its reading of the percentage. On fast DC, stopping at 80% saves time.
How long does the Yuan Plus take to charge at home?
From 10% to 80% it takes about 6 hours on a 7 kW wallbox and, from 0% to 100%, about 8h40. On a 220 V household outlet it rises to about 19 and 27 hours. The 7 kW wallbox is the most important investment for anyone with an EV.
How does the Yuan Plus differ from the Dolphin in charging?
The Yuan Plus battery is 35% larger, 60.48 kWh against 44.9 kWh, and it accepts faster DC, 80 kW against 60 kW. The real city range is 350 to 400 km, against 280 to 320 km for the Dolphin. The Dolphin is better suited to individual or couple urban use.
What is the Yuan Plus's real range?
The WLTP range is up to 420 km. The real one is between 350 and 400 km in the city and between 300 and 350 km on the highway. In the urban routine, most owners charge the car 2 to 3 times a week, often just on the home wallbox.
How do you charge the Yuan Plus in Curitiba's winter?
Precondition the battery when the temperature is between 5 and 10 degrees C: schedule the heating before reaching the charging station, so fast charging performs better. Monitor the state of charge and schedule charges remotely through the BYD app.
