BYD Introduces Third-Generation Qin Plus DM-i With 220-Kilometre Electric Range and Expanded Footprint
BYD has commercially released the third-generation Qin Plus DM-i dual-mode hybrid saloon in China, delivering up to 220 kilometres of battery range and stretched exterior proportions from 79,900 yuan.
- 79,900 yuan
- 220 km
- 2,800 mm
- 2,290 km
What Happened
BYD commenced commercial sales of its third-generation Qin Plus DM-i saloon on October 27, 2026, offering buyers in China longer pure-electric operating range and a larger physical footprint across three trim levels.
- 79,900 yuan guide price
- 90,900 yuan guide price
- 100,900 yuan guide price
The saloon has grown significantly over the previous generation, extending length to 4,840 mm, width to 1,900 mm, and wheelbase to 2,800 mm. Those modifications yield an additional 82 mm between the axles and 60 mm of overall length.
Power comes from the manufacturer's fifth-generation DM dual-mode hybrid architecture, pairing a 74 kW naturally aspirated 1.5-liter petrol engine with a 120 kW electric drive unit. Customers choose between 16.2 kWh and 24.3 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate packs built on Blade cell chemistry, delivering 140 km and 220 km of electric endurance under China's light-duty test cycle. Total cruising reach extends to 2,290 km when drawing on the 65-liter petrol reservoir.
Cabin refinements include a two-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a floating touchscreen running DiLink 150 software. For automated navigation, premium grades can be specified with a roof-mounted lidar sensor tied to the company's DiPilot 300 driver-assistance package.
Why this matters
The redesigned compact sedan is one of BYD's highest-volume nameplates, making this upgrade central to maintaining its market lead against competing compact electrified models. By bundling fifth-generation hybrid hardware, available roof-mounted lidar, and extended battery options at an introductory price of 76,900 yuan, the automaker is raising standard equipment levels across China's entry saloon segment.
Terms in This Story
- DM-i
- Dual Mode intelligent, BYD's efficiency-oriented plug-in hybrid powertrain architecture.
- Blade Battery
- BYD's proprietary structural lithium iron phosphate battery packaging design.
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