At present, many automakers are actively investing in the research and development and innovation of new energy vehicles, and BYD also enjoys a high reputation in the domestic market, with its Qin PLUS DM-i selling more than 26,000 units in November. Recently, the author personally went to the physical store to experience the BYD Qin PLUS DM-i 2023 55KM Leading Edition. The official guide price of this car is 99,800 yuan, but BYD has also launched a special offer, that is, for a limited time, if you replace a fuel car with an electric car, you can enjoy a subsidy of up to 10,000 yuan, so that the purchase price of the car is reduced to 89,800 yuan. Let's take a look at what attractive features this car has and whether it is suitable for family use.
Exterior styling:
The car features a bold front design with a wide front grille that takes up almost the entire front of the car, and the dot matrix trim on the interior helps to enhance the car's recognizability, as well as a relatively unique visual impact. The headlights on both sides are equipped with integrated lenses for high and low beams as standard, and the interior adopts a double-layer LED light source, which is more eye-catching when lit.
On the side of the body, a number of horizontal lines and smooth waistlines create a relatively rich sense of layering, and the roofline is elegant and smooth, with a small slipback shape, and petal-shaped aluminum alloy wheels add a touch of sportiness.
At the rear, the popular through-type taillights are combined with linear elements at the bottom to further enhance the layering of the vehicle, making the overall appearance more youthful and stylish.
Interior parts:
The center console is a simple shape, with a leather three-spoke multi-function flat-bottom steering wheel, the instrument panel is an 8.8-inch full LCD, and the center console is equipped with a 12.8-inch (or 10.1-inch) floating LCD touch screen, this screen also supports a rotary function, replacing the traditional physical buttons, enhancing the sense of technology and enhancing the modern atmosphere of the cockpit. The built-in intelligent functions are relatively rich, and it supports voice control, which has a certain degree of entertainment and convenience.
Configuration section:
Qin PLUS DM-i is supported by DiLink in-vehicle intelligent networking system and has remote control via mobile app. In addition, it is equipped with useful functions such as cruise control, 360-degree panoramic view, and transparent image, which reduce the burden on the driver and reduce fatigue at high speeds, thereby improving driving safety.
Riding space:
Based on the dimensions of the body, it is 4,765 mm long, 1,837 mm wide, and 1,495 mm high. For a driver with a height of 175 cm, sitting in the driver's seat, the operating space is still relatively spacious. Coupled with a wheelbase of 2718mm, the legroom for rear passengers is about two fists away, providing a comfortable ride. The front seats have a sporty style, the rear seats can be folded proportionally, and the seats are made of faux leather and plenty of soft padding for good support. With a 500-liter trunk, this space configuration is enough for family use and daily commuting.
Power part:
It is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system, which consists of a 1.5-liter self-aspirated engine and a permanent magnet synchronous front electric motor. The engine has a maximum output of 81 kW (equivalent to 110 ps) and a maximum torque of 135 Nm. The electric motor provides a total power of 132kW (180Ps) and a total torque of 316Nm, and the drivetrain is an E-CVT continuously variable transmission for a smooth driving experience. In terms of battery, it is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate battery with a capacity of 8.32 kWh, and has a range of up to 46 kilometers in pure electric mode. The combined fuel consumption is only 2.17L/100km, which can flexibly switch between fuel and electricity, making it convenient for commuting and long-distance travel.
After actually driving the Qin PLUS DM-i 2023 55KM Leading Edition, we experienced a smooth and responsive start, with plenty of power when accelerating, clear feedback from the accelerator pedal when overtaking, strong power output, good body stability when changing direction quickly at high speeds, no obvious roll, and a light and precise steering system. The front MacPherson type single suspension and the rear trailing arm torsion beam type non-independent suspension are used, which makes the vehicle feel less bumpy for passengers when passing speed bumps and bumpy roads, while maintaining light steering and better support when cornering. In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a 360° panoramic image and a transparent image system to ensure safe driving.
Summary:
In general, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i has good performance in terms of appearance, interior, intelligent configuration, space and comfort, etc., and the cost performance is more prominent in family models, after all, more than 26,000 units were sold in November, and now it is the peak season for car purchases at the end of the year, starting from 89,800 after the discount, friends who are interested in this model may wish to test drive it in person.