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BYD Launches New Qin Plus DM-i Plug-in Hybrid Sedan in China
BYD has launched the third-generation Qin Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid sedan in China. The new model combines a petrol engine with an electric motor and offers up to 220 km of electric-only range. Prices start at 79,900 yuan (approximately €10,710), making it an affordable option for buyers looking for a fuel-efficient family sedan.
The Qin Plus DM-i can travel up to 2,290 km on a combined petrol-and-electric range, according to BYD. It is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 74 kW, paired with a 120 kW electric motor. The sedan is available with 16.2 kWh and 24.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery packs, offering either 140 km or 220 km of electric range under China’s CLTC testing cycle.
The new BYD sedan features the company’s latest design language, with sharp headlights, a trapezoidal front air intake and traditional door handles. Higher versions can also be equipped with a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor for BYD’s God’s Eye B assisted-driving system. This technology is designed to assist with navigation and driving functions, although the driver must continue to monitor the road.
Inside, the Qin Plus DM-i comes with a 12.8-inch central touchscreen, six speakers, ambient lighting and climate control. The centre console includes two wireless phone chargers, physical buttons and cup holders. The sedan measures 4,840 mm in length and has a 2,800 mm wheelbase, giving it practical proportions for family use.
The entry-level Qin Plus DM-i 140 km Leading is priced at 79,900 yuan (approximately €10,710). The 220 km Superior version costs 90,900 yuan (approximately €12,184), while the range-topping 220 km Excellence model is priced at 100,900 yuan (approximately €13,525). These euro figures are approximate conversions and may vary with exchange-rate changes.
With its long combined range, useful electric driving capability and competitive pricing, the new Qin Plus DM-i strengthens BYD’s presence in China’s plug-in hybrid market. The sedan is aimed at customers who want lower daily running costs and electric driving for short trips, while still having the convenience of a petrol engine for longer journeys.
