On February 19, the Honor Edition of the BYD Qin Plus was officially launched, with 5 models released for both the DM-i version and the EV version. The official price for the DM-i version ranges from 79,800 to 125,800 yuan (17480$), while the EV version is priced from 109,800 to 139,800 yuan (19420$). Compared to the previous Champion Edition, the BYD Qin Plus has a price reduction of 20,000 yuan (2780$), officially opening the “electric is cheaper than fuel” era.
It is worth mentioning that the BYD Qin Plus Honor Edition has further reduced its price, and it brings three major updates: new white glaze green exterior color, upgraded intelligent voice continuous call, and all models upgraded with intelligent up and down power, providing a comprehensive upgrade in user experience!
In terms of appearance, the new car inherits the essence of BYD’s Dragon Face design language, with a more imposing front face and sleek black aerodynamic fins to enhance the overall presence. The LED headlights are sharp and intense like the eyes of a dragon. The body’s waistline highlights the youthful and dynamic design, and the integrated taillights add a touch of fashion. The EV and DM-i models are distinct at the front grille, with clear differences in recognition. In terms of power, the Qin PLUS Honor Edition DM-i model is equipped with the DM-i plug-in hybrid system, with a maximum engine power of 81 kilowatts and maximum torque of 135 Newton meters. It can achieve 0-100 km/h acceleration in 7.3 seconds, with a combined fuel consumption of 3.8L per 100 kilometers and a comprehensive range of 1245 kilometers. The Qin PLUS EV, built on the BYD e-platform, has a maximum power of 100 kilowatts and peak torque of 180 Newton meters. It is equipped with BYD blade batteries, with ranges of 420 kilometers and 510 kilometers respectively.