BYD Song Plus explained

BYD Song Plus
Manufacturer:BYD Auto
Model Code:SA3
Production:2020–present
Class:Compact crossover SUV
Body Style:5-door SUV
Drivetrain:Plug-in hybrid (DM-i)
Wheelbase:27651NaN1
Length:NaN1NaN1
Width:18901NaN1
Height:16801NaN1

The BYD Song Plus is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by BYD Auto since 2020. It is part of the Song line-up of SUVs from BYD named after the Song dynasty.

Initially available solely as an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, in 2021 BYD introduced the plug-in hybrid Song Plus DM-i and the battery electric Song Plus EV. The petrol model was phased out in 2022 after BYD ended production of ICE vehicles., the Song Plus is the best-selling BYD SUV in China. Global cumulative sales (excluding the ICE-powered variant) surpassed 1,000,000 units by July 2024.

Originally part of the 'Dynasty series' line-up, the Song Plus in China has been sold through the Ocean Network dealership chain since 2022 to diversify the offerings of the newly established network.[1] [2] The Dynasty Network counterpart of the Song Plus, the Song L DM-i, was introduced in 2024.

In 2023, BYD introduced the Song Plus EV as the BYD Seal U in Europe. The plug-in hybrid Seal U DM-i was introduced later in 2024. In mid-2024, the model was introduced in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and Thailand as the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i.[3] [4]

Overview

The Song Plus was introduced in September 2020, as a larger and more "upmarket" alternative to the Song Pro and positioned below the BYD Tang.[5] [6] It occupies the Chinese B-class SUV segment, equivalent to the global D-segment.[7] The vehicle was initially offered only with an internal combustion engine, with the plug-in hybrid (DM-i) and battery electric (EV) variants joined the lineup later in 2021.[8] The petrol model was phased out in early 2022.

Pre-facelift (2020–2023)

The Song Plus is equipped with a 12.8-inch rotatable central infotainment screen with the third-generation DiLink system, a karaoke function, and a full LCD instrument panel.

The petrol version, marketed briefly between 2020 and 2021 uses the 1.5-litre BYD472ZQA I4 turbocharged petrol engine and a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission producing power output of 1360NaN0.[9]

Song Plus DM-i

The plug-in hybrid version of the Song Plus went on sale in March 2021 in China. The model received different front end styling compared to the petrol version and the EV version. For the pre-facelift model, the Song Plus DM-i was available in 51 KM and 110 KM variants with an NEDC electric range of 510NaN0 and 1000NaN0 respectively. This hybrid system provides four major control modes (EV, HEV series, HEV parallel, and engine direct drive).[10]

The claimed fuel consumption of the 51 KM variant is rated at 4.41NaN1, the NaN0NaN0 acceleration time is 8.5 seconds, and the combined range is 11500NaN0. For the 110 KM variant, the fuel economy is 4.51NaN1, and the NaN0NaN0 acceleration time is 7.9 seconds, with a combined range of 12000NaN0.

Song Plus EV

The battery electric variant of the Song Plus went on sale in April 2021 in China.[11] The Song Plus EV received a different front end design with smaller grille opening.[12] It is equipped with a 71.7 kWh LFP blade battery.

In China, the Song Plus EV was marketed through the e-Network dealerships,[13] which was renamed to the Ocean Network later.

2023 facelift

The updated Song Plus was launched in June 2023 for the Chinese market, initially as the Song Plus Champion Edition. It is available in DM-i and EV variants. It features a restyled front end and rear end design with headlamp units similar to the BYD Seal. BYD also replaced the Song (宋) emblem with the standard BYD logo, aligning it with the vehicles from the Ocean series.[14]

The EV version has a range of 6050NaN0 and a power output of . The DM-i PHEV, features a 1.5-litre engine producing and an electric motor producing .

In 2023, BYD unveiled the BYD Seal U, the export version of the Song Plus EV Champion Edition. It debuted in Europe in September 2023 as part of the Seal family.[15] In May 2024, the vehicle was introduced in Australia as the BYD Sealion 6.

Markets

Australia

The vehicle went on sale as the Sealion 6 in May 2024, after a last-minute change from the proposed name Seal U.[16] Two variants are available, named Dynamic and Premium, both are plug-in hybrid DM-i models. The Premium trim is powered by a more powerful turbocharged engine and equipped with dual-motor all-wheel drive.[17]

Brazil

The Song Plus went on sale in Brazil in November 2022 as the third product of BYD in the market, after the BYD Han and BYD Tan EVs. It was available in one variant, the plug-in hybrid DM-i.[18] In June 2024, BYD introduced the 2025 model year Song Plus. While it retains the pre-facelift styling, the vehicle received a larger 18.3 kWh battery replacing the previous 8.3 kWh battery.[19]

Philippines

The Sealion 6 DM-i was launched in the Philippines on 25 July 2024, it became BYD's entry-level offering in the Philippine market, it is available in a sole variant.[20]

Thailand

The Sealion 6 DM-i was launched in Thailand on 8 August 2024, in two trim levels: Dynamic and Premium.[21]

Powertrain

Song Plus DM-i

TypeEngineBatteryLayoutElectric motorCombined systemNaN0NaN0 (claimed)Electric range (claimed)Calendar years
PowerTorqueTypePowerTorquePowerNEDCWLTC
DM-i 51BYD476QA 14981NaN1 I4810NaN0135NmE-CVT8.3 kWh LFP BladeFWDFront PMSM1320NaN0316NmN/A8.5 seconds510NaN0430NaN02021–2023
DM-i 75BYD476QC 14981NaN1 I4740NaN0126Nm12.9 kWh LFP Blade1600NaN0260NmN/A7.7 seconds750NaN0600NaN02024–present
DM-i 110BYD476QA 14981NaN1 I4810NaN0135Nm18.3 kWh LFP Blade1450NaN0325NmN/A7.9 seconds1100NaN0850NaN02021–2024
DM-i 112BYD476QC 14981NaN1 I4740NaN0126Nm18.3 kWh LFP Blade1600NaN0260NmN/A7.7 seconds1120NaN0910NaN02024–present
DM-i 150BYD476QA 14981NaN1 I4810NaN0135Nm26.6 kWh LFP Blade1450NaN0325NmN/A8.5 seconds1500NaN01160NaN02023–2024
DM-i 160BYD476QC 14981NaN1 I4740NaN0126Nm26.6 kWh LFP Blade1600NaN0260NmN/A7.9 seconds1600NaN01280NaN02024–present
DM-i 100 4WDBYD476ZQC 14971NaN1 I4 turbo1020NaN0231Nm18.3 kWh LFP BladeAWDFront PMSM1450NaN0316Nm2650NaN05.9 seconds1000NaN0N/A2021–2023
Rear PMSM1200NaN0280Nm
References:[23]

Seal U / Sealion 6 DM-i

TypeEngineBatteryLayoutElectric motorCombined systemNaN0NaN0 (claimed)Electric range (claimed)Calendar years
PowerTorqueTypePowerTorquePowerNEDCWLTC
DM-iBYD476QA 14981NaN1 I4810NaN0122NmE-CVT18.3 kWh LFP BladeFWDFront PMSM TZ220XYE1450NaN0300Nm1600NaN08.5 seconds1050NaN0920NaN02024–present
DM-i AWDBYD476ZQC 14971NaN1 I4 turbo1020NaN0220Nm18.3 kWh LFP BladeAWDFront PMSM TZ220XYS1500NaN0300Nm2380NaN05.9 secondsN/A810NaN02024–present
Rear PMSM1200NaN0250Nm
References:[24] [25] [26]

Song Plus EV

TypeBatteryLayoutElectric motorPowerTorqueNaN0NaN0 (claimed)Range (claimed)Calendar years
CLTC
EV71.7 kWh LFP Blade batteryFWDFrontPMSM1350NaN0280NmN/A5200NaN02021–2023
EV 52071.8 kWh LFP Blade batteryFWDFrontPMSM1500NaN0310NmN/A5200NaN02023–present
EV 60587.04 kWh LFP Blade batteryFWDFrontPMSM1600NaN0330NmN/A6050NaN02023–present
References:[27]

Sales

On 20 July 2024, BYD produced the one millionth Song Plus New Energy (DM-i and EV combined).[28]

YearChinaBrazil
ICEDM-i[29] EV[30] DM-i
20207,108[31]
2021108,848[32]
2022388,048[33] 66,935[34] 12[35]
2023296,294[36] 93,919[37] 7,672[38]

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2022-12-24 . 为什么宋PLUS不属于王朝系列？宋PLUS为什么属于海洋网-无敌电动 . Why is Song PLUS not part of the Dynasty series? Why does Song PLUS belong to Ocean Network? . 2023-12-12 . www.modiauto.com.cn.
  2. Web site: 2023-03-29 . Why is the BYD Song PLUS car series merged into Ocean series? . 2023-12-12 . Dongchedi.
  3. Web site: Sanchez . Jet . 2024-05-17 . BYD Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid SUV arrives in New Zealand . 2024-07-27 . Driven Car Guide . en-nz.
  4. Web site: Andres . Anton . 2024-07-27 . The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i has made its local debut, yours for P1,548,000 . 2024-07-27 . Top Gear Philippines . en.
  5. Web site: BYD Launches VW Tiguan-Sized Song Plus SUV In China From Just $17k . Carscoops . 2020-09-22 . 2022-08-12.
  6. Web site: BYD Song Plus SUV is VW Tiguan Rival - Price RMB 116k (Rs 12.55 L) . 22 September 2020 .
  7. Web site: 2020-09-19 . 宋Max宋Plus宋Pro，宋系列分支众多，各车型有啥区别？ . Song Max, Song Plus, Song Pro, the Song series has many branches, what are the differences between each model? . 2024-02-29 . www.sohu.com.
  8. Web site: FormaCar: BYD Song Plus pricing, specs and availability announced .
  9. Web site: 2020-09-18 . 比亚迪宋PLUS来了，11.58万起售 . BYD Song PLUS is here, priced from 115,800 . 2024-02-29 . Ofweek.
  10. Web site: 2021-03-25 . 比亚迪宋PLUS DM-i正式上市 售价14.68-16.98万元-手机新浪汽车 . BYD Song PLUS DM-i is officially launched with a price of 146,800-169,800 yuan . 2024-02-29 . auto.sina.cn.
  11. Web site: 卢笙 . 2021-04-02 . 搭载最新电池技术 比亚迪宋PLUS EV 将于4月7日上市 . BYD Song PLUS EV equipped with the latest battery technology will be launched on April 7 . 2024-02-29 . auto.cctv.com.
  12. Web site: 24 July 2020 . Equipped with a blade battery, with a battery life of 505 kilometers, BYD Song PLUS EV debuts at the Chengdu Auto Show .
  13. Web site: 2021-04-30 . 比亚迪宋PLUS EV：20万内电动SUV实用之选 . BYD Song PLUS EV: a practical choice for electric SUV under 200,000 yuan . 2024-03-01 . www.sohu.com.
  14. Web site: 20 June 2023 . BYD Song Plus Champion Edition launched in China. EV version starts at 23,700 USD . 2023-08-23 . carnewschina.com . en.
  15. Web site: New BYD Seal U electric SUV coming to the UK . 2023-08-10 . Auto Express . en.
  16. Web site: Mahoney . John . 2024-05-14 . What’s in a name? 2024 BYD Seal U rebranded BYD Sealion 6 ahead of Australian debut . 2024-07-27 . EV Central . en-US.
  17. Web site: Wong . James . 2024-05-15 . 2024 BYD Sealion 6 review: Quick drive . 2024-07-27 . CarExpert . en.
  18. Web site: Vogel . Jason . 2022-11-19 . Primeiras impressões BYD Song Plus: um híbrido tão suave quanto um 100% elétrico . BYD Song Plus first impressions: a hybrid as smooth as a 100% electric . 2024-07-27 . Motor1.com . pt-br.
  19. Web site: Cesar . Julio . 2024-06-05 . BYD Song Plus 2025 com nova bateria tem autonomia divulgada pelo Inmetro . BYD Song Plus 2025 with new battery has autonomy released by Inmetro . 2024-07-27 . InsideEVs Brasil . pt.
  20. Web site: 2024-07-25 . 2025 BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Offers Full Tech Features, 1,100-km Driving Range For P 1.548M (w/ Specs) . 2024-08-09 . CarGuide.PH Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices.
  21. Web site: 2024-08-08 . ราคาอย่างเป็นทางการ BYD Sealion 6 DM-i : 939,900 - 1,039,000 บาท เบนซิน 1.5 ลิตร PHEV 218 แรงม้า แบต 18.3kWh . 2024-08-21 . HeadLight Magazine . th.
  22. Web site: 汽车之家宋PLUS报价大全参数配置 . 2024-02-27 . car.autohome.com.cn.
  23. Web site: 汽车之家宋PLUS新能源报价大全参数配置 . 2024-02-27 . car.autohome.com.cn.
  24. Web site: BYD Sealion 6 . 2024-07-27 . BYD Australia.
  25. Web site: BYD Sealion 6 with Super DM-i . 2024-07-27 . BYD Philippines.
  26. Web site: BYD Sealion 6 Owners Handbook 2024 . 2024-07-27 . BYD Australia.
  27. Web site: 比亚迪宋PLUS EV . 2024-02-27 . www.dongchedi.com . zh-cn.
  28. Web site: Chen . Dong Yi . 2024-07-22 . BYD Song Plus series tops one million sales . 2024-07-27 . CarNewsChina.com . en-US.
  29. Web site: BYD Song Plus DM-i - Sales in China . 2023-12-14 . www.chinamobil.ru.
  30. Web site: BYD Song Plus EV - Sales in China . 2023-12-14 . www.chinamobil.ru.
  31. Web site: 2020年12月SUV销量排行榜_平行线车网 . 2024-04-30 . m.pxx88.com.
  32. Web site: 2021年12月SUV销量排行榜_平行线车网 . 2024-04-30 . m.pxx88.com.
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  34. Web site: 【易车销量榜】全国2022年比亚迪纯电动零售量销量榜-易车榜-易车 . 2024-02-25 . car.yiche.com.
  35. Web site: 2022-02-03 . Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2022 . 2023-01-11 . AUTOO.
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