BYD Qin L EV sedan launch postponed from March 12 to March 23

The pure electrical midsize sedan BYD Qin L EV, initially scheduled for launch at this time (March 12), has been postponed till March 23, in line with latest updates. It’s the first EV with an 800V high-voltage system in a worth vary between 100,000 – 150,000 yuan (13,900 – 19,400 USD).

Media retailers had beforehand reported that BYD was set to launch its new pure electrical midsize sedan “Qin L EV” at this time, that includes 800V+5C ultra-fast charging capabilities. Business sources claimed it might be “the one product geared up with an 800V ultra-fast charging answer within the mainstream worth vary of 100,000 to 150,000 yuan (13,900-20,800 USD).”

The BYD Qin L EV’s inside largely matches its DM-i counterpart with a number of key variations: redesigned skinny air vents, a brand new four-spoke steering wheel, silver door trim, and a steering column-mounted gear shifter.

From the aspect profile, the Qin L EV options semi-concealed door handles and 18-inch wheels. The rear part showcases a through-type taillight design. The automobile measures 4720mm x 1880mm x 1495mm with a wheelbase of 2820mm.

By way of clever driving capabilities, the BYD Qin L EV comes commonplace with the Eye of God’s Eye C (DiPilot 100) driving help system. With this {hardware} assist, the mannequin can obtain numerous superior clever driving features similar to Freeway Navigation Help (HNOA) and clever parking.

We reported the inside design of BYD Qin L EV final month.

Concerning powertrain, the BYD Qin L EV affords two electrical motor specs with most energy outputs of 110kW and 160kW respectively, each using a rear-mounted, rear-wheel-drive format. The automobile is provided with lithium iron phosphate battery packs of 46.08kWh and 56.64kWh capability, offering ranges of 470 kilometers and 545 kilometers respectively.

BYD has not but disclosed the particular pricing for the Qin L EV. For comparability, the BYD Qin L DM-i was launched on Could 28 final yr, that includes BYD’s fifth-generation DM know-how with CLTC pure electrical ranges of 80km and 120km. The Qin L DM-i provided 5 variants priced between 99,800 and 139,800 yuan (13,900 – 19,400 USD), emphasizing worth for cash. The Qin L DM-i measures 4830mm x 1900mm x 1495mm with a wheelbase of 2790mm.

Regardless of their comparable names, the BYD Qin L EV differs considerably from the beforehand launched Qin L DM-i. The pure electrical variant is constructed on the e-Platform 3.0 Evo and comes commonplace with the God’s Eye C (DiPilot 100) driving help system.