Since the release of the DM-i super hybrid by BYD, the sales of BYD have been soaring. On November 25, BYD welcomed the production of its 6 millionth new energy vehicle, achieving this milestone in just 3 months after the production of the 5 millionth new energy vehicle. This is a significant milestone for Chinese brands.
Once, the compact car market was dominated by joint venture brand models. But everything changed after the launch of the BYD Qin PLUS in 2021. In just a year and a half, this car took the lead in monthly sales of compact A-segment sedans.
According to the November sales data from the China Passenger Car Association, BYD Qin sold 42,440 units in November, once again winning the monthly sales champion of A-class sedan and winning the “10 consecutive champion of family sedan”. From January to November, the cumulative sales exceeded 430,000 units, leading the second-ranked Xuan Yi by over 90,000 units. In fact, with such a large sales gap, BYD Qin has already locked in the “annual compact sedan sales champion” for 2023 without the need to release December data. BYD Qin PLUS offers two power forms, EV and DM-i. In my opinion, the advantages of hybrid models will be more obvious in the sedan market, especially in the compact sedan market with the highest ownership. Thanks to the advantages brought by hybrid technology, with the help of a large battery, the overall driving experience is more like a pure electric model in daily driving, with better acceleration response, absolute power, and smoothness compared to fuel models. And thanks to the blessing of hybrid technology, it can achieve better fuel economy performance and ultra-long range than fuel models, while also alleviating range anxiety for owners. Therefore, hybrid models are gradually being accepted by the market.
The hardcore strength of the BYD Qin PLUS is its DM-i super hybrid system, which excels in speed, efficiency, quietness, smoothness, and environmental friendliness. This hybrid system consists of a 1.5L efficient engine, EHS hybrid system, and DM-i super hybrid dedicated blade battery. The engine has a maximum power of 81 kW, peak torque of 135 Nm, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.3 seconds, surpassing many high-power 2.0T models. In city driving, the power system mostly operates in pure electric mode, providing a light and agile driving experience. The overall driving experience and quality of the BYD Qin PLUS surpass traditional fuel vehicles and oil-based hybrid vehicles. Additionally, the engine has a high thermal efficiency of 43.04%, achieving a low fuel consumption level of 3.8L even in a state of battery depletion. Therefore, even without charging at home, the fuel consumption of the BYD Qin PLUS will be significantly lower than that of a traditional fuel vehicle.
Of course, if there are charging conditions, the Qin PLUS DM-i also provides two capacity blade battery packs of 8.32kWh and 18.32kWh, corresponding to a pure electric range of 55km and 120km. For commuters, it can achieve pure electric form, further reducing the cost of using the car. When you need to travel long distances on high-speed intercity routes, in a full fuel and full electric state, its comprehensive range can exceed 1245km, reducing the number of trips to the gas station and greatly reducing range anxiety.
Design and configuration are important factors in product strength, in addition to hardcore technology. The overall design of the Qin PLUS DM-i continues the Dragon Face design language of the BYD family, with an atmospheric and stylish design that can meet the aesthetic standards of most consumers. In addition, while maintaining strong recognition, it also creates a good sense of quality through the combination of details such as lighting and materials, which also has a good appeal to young people.
In terms of body size, the length, width, and height of the Qin PLUS DM-i are 4765/1837/1495mm, with a wheelbase of 2718mm. This size is considered large for a compact car in the A-class, providing spacious seating and storage space.
The interior of the car features a minimalist design and high-quality materials and workmanship. It is also equipped with the DiLink smart connectivity system, meeting the current consumers’ demand for intelligent car machines. The overall product strength of the Qin PLUS DM-i is very strong. Its competitive pricing and attractive incentives have propelled its sales, making it a strong contender for the annual sales champion in the A-segment sedan category.