BYD Unveils B13.b Electric Intercity Bus in Europe with 700 km Range and Advanced Blade Battery Chassis

The Chinese manufacturer byd made its debut in Europe of its latest zero emission bus, the B13.B, during the World Summit of Public Transport of the UITP in Hamburg.

This 13.2 meter -long interurban electric bus represents a significant jump in efficiency, performance and the beach, defining a new reference for long -distance electric transport.

At the heart of the battery frame platform of the blade blade from B13.B of Byd-a chassis cell innovation (CTC) where the Lithium-Phosphate Lashium Battery (LFP) is integrated directly into the vehicle structure. This design keeps not only space but also increases structural rigidity and reduces the center of gravity of the bus, improving the quality of driving, safety and manipulation.

Thanks to this architecture, the B13.B can accommodate a 560 kWh – 54 kWh battery more than its predecessor – offering a range of up to 700 km on a single load under the standardized test cycle (TRI). For operators requiring less distance, an option of 476 kWh offers an still impressive 620 km beach. Each bus is equipped with two 150 kW hub engines and propelled by the latest Silicon 6-in-1 carbide controller by byd (SIC), balancing performance with high energy efficiency.

The interior can accommodate up to 49 passengers, with total capacity reaching 78, eight more than the previous models. Designed for the interurban service, it is designed for comfort and features.

The loading of versatility is a remarkable feature: operators can choose a quick charge to a single 192 kW DC or use an aerial pantograph offering up to 500 kW, ensuring quick reversals. Its top speed is capped at 100 km / h, corresponding to the requirements of the interurban route.

Byd’s European ascent

The B13.B follows the B12 previous B12 of byd introduced in 2023 and underlines the rapid rise of the company on the European electric buses market. In mid-2025, Byd had taken more than 6,700 e-bus orders in 26 countries and 160 cities, with its fleet recording more than 360 million miles and reducing more than 630,000 tonnes of CO? – A tangible contribution to Europe’s green mobility objectives.

This sustained growth contrasts strongly with the current challenges of Tesla: slowing demand on key markets, increasing the competition from the prices of manufacturers of Chinese electric vehicles and pressure on its margins in the middle of global economic uncertainty.

The slowdown in Tesla has created openings for competitors such as Byd to consolidate the market share in EV segments to consumers and commercial. While Tesla has struggled to maintain the growth in delivery in Europe, Byd has regularly introduced buses, passenger cars and partnerships adapted to the more strict environmental targets of the continent and the high objectives of electrification of public transport.

Why it matters

Few electric buses today correspond to the combination of the range of long loads, integrated battery technology and flexible load systems.

European cities and national governments investing massively in green mobility, the B13.B offers transit agencies a long -range and zero -emission option which can compete – and in some respects to exceed – established European marks such as Mercedes and Volvo. Eintouro de Mercedes, for example, offers a range of around 500 km with a 414 kWh battery, while the Volvo electric 8900 offers a high -capacity configuration but with a range still below the new BYD standard.

In summary, the B13.B could redefine expectations for electrical interurban buses, offering transit agencies a tool to maintain zero emission pathways without compromising the range or operational flexibility – a critical step in the transition of electronic mobility.