BYD Tang DM-i Leaked in Camo, Plug-in Hybrid will be Available in Two Different Configurations

Anubhav — Mon, 27 May 2024 00:19:32 +0000

Spottings of a camouflaged BYD Tang DM-i hint at an imminent reveal of the new car. The leaked images show a vehicle yet to receive headlights, suggesting potential tweaks to the front fascia design. Whether these changes include new lighting configurations remains to be seen.

The Qin L and Haibao 06 DM-i will be the first models to benefit from the technology

BYD is set to unveil its fifth-generation DM technology on May 28th, with the Qin L and Haibao 06 DM-i being the first models to benefit from it. This new generation of plug-in hybrid technology is also expected to power the new Tang DM-i, likely featuring a 1.5-liter engine and an electric drive motor.

For reference, the current BYD Qin L boasts a 1.5-liter engine generating 74 kilowatts, paired with an electric drive motor available in two configurations offering peak power outputs of 120 kilowatts and 160 kilowatts.

With the current BYD Tang DM-i offered in 7 variants and priced between 179,800 and 269,800 yuan, stay tuned for further updates as we await the official reveal of the new BYD Tang DM-i.

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BYD is Looking towards Exceeding 3 million Unit Sales for Plug-in Hybrid EVs in 2023

Anubhav — Sat, 05 Aug 2023 02:19:46 +0000

Chinese auto giant, BYD, just shattered its previous record, clocking in a staggering 261,105 passenger plug-in car sales in July. This includes 11,146 from its luxury electric vehicle line, Denza. Even though this marks a commendable 61% increase from the previous year, there’s a catch: it’s BYD’s slowest growth since late 2020. This slowdown has stirred discussions about whether the company’s meteoric rise in the EV market might be plateauing.

Reports state that the company’s PHEV sales will exceed 3 million units this year

With most of BYD’s sales predominantly in China, international markets only contribute to a fractional percentage of the total figures. However, their consecutive record-breaking sales, 251,685 units in June followed by this July’s figure, firmly establishes them as a dominant player in China’s EV industry.

Of particular note is the growing preference for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) over plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs). BEVs registered sales of 134,783 units, a significant 66% rise from the previous year. PHEVs trailed behind with a 56% increase, amounting to 126,322 units. The overall 2023 projection suggests a potential sale exceeding 3 million units, buoyed by strong performances from the Song and Qin model families.

Furthermore, the BYD Dolphin model is quickly swimming its way to the top, with sales of 31,950 units, and the Yuan all-electric family following closely. Additionally, BYD’s all-electric microcar, Seagull, soared to new heights, posting a personal record of 28,001 units.

As BYD propels closer to selling 300,000 units monthly, industry watchers are keenly observing if its next phase is consolidation or if there’s another acceleration on the horizon. With over 4.8 million plug-in units already under its belt, the journey ahead is set to be game-changing for the company.