Electric vehicles continue to increase in popularity. Being aware of this situation, automakers are building their plans on environmentally friendly and new-gen EV technology. Lastly, BYD, one of the manufacturers in question, is preparing to introduce its new model. The BYD Corvette 07 will be officially launched on December 9.

The BYD Corvette 07 will be officially launched on December 9

BYD Corvette 07 will officially launch on December 9, and the pre-sale price will be $32,000 – $40,750. The Corvette 07 should come in six trims with three different battery configurations. The SUV’s front has a complex design with a wide six-bar grille topped by a smaller grille with the luminous BYD logo taking a central position, flanked by the headlights. BYD said the grille design was inspired by “ripple waves.”

BYD Corvette 07 interrior design

BYD Corvette 07 is a PHEV in two versions: DM-i and DM-p. Both configurations use a 1.5 turbo with 102 kW as a gasoline engine. The new SUV is expected to offer 18.3 kWh and 36.8 kWh batteries, with a range of 100 and 205 kilometers, respectively. Sprint time from 0 – 100 km will vary between 8.5, 8.9, and 4.7 seconds for different models. The comprehensive cruising range is as high as 1200 km, and the SUV supports fast charging with a maximum power of 75 kW.

The DM-i combines pairs with a single electric motor on the front axle, with a combined output of 197 hp. On the other hand, the DM-p combines the gasoline engine with two electric motors, one on the front axle and one on the rear axle. With this, it can churn out 295 kW and 656 Nm.

The Corvette 07 is BYD ‘s first model that supports Apple’s NFC digital key. In addition to Android devices, owners can use an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock and lock the vehicle. At the rear, BYD Corvette 07 has a unique roof spoiler made out of two parts that catch the eye. Also, a light bar stretches over the rear with the words ‘Build Your Dreams’ in the middle.

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