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BYD launches third-generation Qin Plus DM-i

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BYD has launched a new version of its Qin Plus DM-i, a plug-in hybrid sedan that can drive on electricity alone for a limited distance. The car is sold in China with several price options.

What happened

On October 27, BYD launched the third-generation Qin Plus DM-i. It is a plug-in hybrid car, which means it has both a gasoline engine and a battery that can be charged from a plug. Buyers can also choose an advanced driver-assistance system called God's Eye B, which helps the car steer, navigate, and park on its own in some situations.

Key numbers

  • Limited-time prices: RMB 76,900 to RMB 97,900
  • Standard list prices: RMB 79,900 to RMB 100,900 across three versions
  • Electric-only range: up to 220 km
  • Combined range (electric plus fuel): up to 2,290 km
  • Size: 4,840 mm long, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase (the distance between the front and rear wheels)

What a plug-in hybrid is

A plug-in hybrid can run on its battery for short trips and switch to its gasoline engine for longer ones. The new car uses BYD's fifth-generation DM hybrid system, which is the power setup that combines the engine, motor, and battery.

Why it matters

The Qin Plus is a popular family sedan in China. This update gives buyers more electric range, more driver-help features, and a wide range of prices. It shows how BYD is competing to sell hybrid cars that can go far without frequent charging.

What to watch

  • Whether the limited-time prices stay in place or return to the standard list prices
  • How many buyers choose the God's Eye B driver-assistance option
  • How the car's real-world fuel use compares with the test numbers

Glossary

BYD
A Chinese carmaker that makes electric cars and plug-in hybrids.
DM-i
BYD's name for its plug-in hybrid system, which combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor.
God's Eye B
BYD's driver-assistance system that helps with navigation and automated parking.

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