Teardown / Benchmark
Vehicle teardown reports
Xiaomi SU7 Teardown Survey
Gigacast body structure

Automotive World 2025: Electric Vehicles and Teardown Exhibits
CJPT's small fuel cell truck, Tesla Cybertruck inverter, and more

Tesla Cybertruck Teardown: Electric Powertrain
4680 battery cells, 800V charging system ~ From Munro's teardown survey data ~

Tesla Cybertruck Teardown: Body, Steer-by-Wire
Gigacast structures, EtherLoop and more ~ From Munro's teardown survey data ~

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2024: Electric Vehicle Technologies
BEV teardown exhibit, motors, power devices and related components

BYD Yangwang U8 Teardown Survey: HMI
Simple and luxurious design befitting a new generation of SUVs

BYD Yangwang U8 (Range Extender EV) Teardown Survey
Active suspension and four-wheel independent torque output control

BMW vs. Geely e-Axle Teardown Analysis & Cost Comparison
Comparison of the BMW iX xDrive50 WFSM and the Geely Zeekr 001 PMSM

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Teardown: Thermal Management and Charging Systems
Overview of thermal management functions and components ~ From Munro's teardown survey data ~

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Teardown: ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
Two ECUs and sensor fusion ~ From Munro's teardown survey data ~

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Teardown: Electric Powertrain
EDM (Electric Drive Motor), inverter, and battery ~ From Munro's teardown survey data ~

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2023: BYD SEAL and other BEV tear-down exhibitions
LiveWire electric motorcycle, NIO and Wuling BEVs, Citroen micro EV

Ford F-150 Lightning Teardown: ADAS
ADAS (Driver Assistance System) for Ford EV pickup truck, based on Munro teardown survey data

Ford F-150 Lightning Teardown: Body, Frame, Suspension, and Brakes
Structural features and differences from engine-equipped models, based on Munro teardown survey data

Ford F-150 Lightning Teardown: Electric Powertrain
EDM (Electric Drive Motor) for EV Pickup Truck based on Munro teardown survey data

Nissan e-4WD Rear and Kei EV e-Axle Teardown Survey
Based on parts exhibited at the Next Generation Vehicle Center Hamamatsu, Parts Benchmarking Room

Nidec Corporation 200kW e-Axle (for Geely Auto ZEEKR 001) Teardown Survey Report
Differences from 100-150kW e-Axle in GAC Aion New Energy Automobile's Aion S

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2022: Electrification-related Technologies
Mirai teardown exhibit, motor/inverter parts, experimental/testing inverters, measurment instruments

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2022: VW ID.3 Teardown Exhibits, Battery-related Technologies
VW ID.3 e-Axle and battery storage system, battery performance improvement technology

Differences of Tesla Model Y made in U.S. and China (2) Megacasts
Chinese-made Model Y teardown analysis by Kobelco Research Institute

Differences of Tesla Model Y made in U.S. and China (1) Electric Powertrain
Chinese-made Model Y teardown analysis by Kobelco Research Institute

Wuling Hongguang MINIEV Teardown
A practical, simple structure as a city commuter

Volkswagen ID.3 Electric Powertrain Teardown Analysis
From a report on components benchmarking activities by the Next Generation Vehicle Center Hamamatsu

E-Axle (Electric Powertrain) Comparison by Teardown Analysis
From a report on components benchmarking activities by the Next Generation Vehicle Center Hamamatsu

Tesla Model Y Teardown: HMI (Structure and GUI Concept)
As with the Model 3, a simple HMI with as few hard switches as possible

Tesla Model Y Teardown: Drive Computer
Equipped with a GPU with advanced image processing capabilities and built-in LTE compatible TCU

Tesla Model Y Teardown: Autopilot 3.0, Steering and Braking Systems
Automated driving-capable hardware; based on Munro teardown survey data

Tesla Model Y Teardown: Suspension
High-maneuverability design similar to European premium sedans; based on Munro teardown survey data

Tesla Model Y Teardown: Body Frame and Strength Members
Improvements from Model 3 and support for 3 rows of seats; based on Munro teardown survey data

Tesla Model Y Teardown: Electric Powertrain Technology
Thermal management with Octovalve, battery, motor and inverter based on Munro teardown survey data

PCU board circuit analysis for the Toyota Yaris Hybrid
Embedded new DC-DC converter manufactured by Toyota Industries Corporation

Honda Fit (Jazz) Hybrid Teardown: Body Structure and Basic Functions
Key components that determine vehicle dynamics: Suspension, steering, and braking systems

Honda Fit (Jazz) Hybrid Teardown: Details of 1.5L HEV Engine
Expansion ratio (Atkinson), variable valve timing and lift, etc.

Honda Fit (Jazz) Hybrid Teardown: Electric Components
Technology of the new 2-motor hybrid system "e:HEV"

The Future of Onboard Computers
Teardown of Audi A8, Nissan Leaf, and Tesla Model 3 onboard computers

Teardown Analysis: Nidec’s E-Axle Inverter Installed on GAC Aion S
Analysis of electronic circuit board and mounting components

BMW C evolution Teardown: EV components for large electric scooters
Large motorcycle EV batteries, motors, inverters, and chargers

BMW 320i Teardown: ADAS/onboard devices
Equipped with 12 cameras and sensors including ZF 3-lens camera

BMW 320i Teardown: Body strength members, exterior parts
Body parts with mobility performance and collision safety

BMW 320i Teardown: Suspension, steering, and braking system
Control systems for the basic vehicle operations of “Go, Turn, and Stop”

BMW 320i Teardown: Drivetrain, intake and exhaust system configurations
Subsystems that work with modular engines

BMW 320i Teardown: B48 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine
Overall design and main structures of the next-generation modular engine

Nissan LEAF Teardown: Steering system configuration and charging system changes
Comparison of the 2010 and 2017 Nissan Leaf’s column assist EPS mechanism and charging system

Nissan LEAF Teardown: EV air conditioning systems
Comparison and transition of the MY2010 and MY2017 Leaf’s air conditioning system

Nissan LEAF Teardown: Comparison of the Gen1 and New EV electric units (with photos)
Comparison of the 2010 and 2017 Nissan Leaf’s EV Powertrain System major components

Tesla Model 3 Teardown: Chassis, and Body
Safety, running stability, and weight reduction for improved energy cost

Tesla Model 3 Teardown: Interior, and HVAC system
Unique design and functions of the Model 3, based on Munro teardown survey data
