Joseph Fernandes 
A new sedan has launched at Rs. 11 Lakhs which promises to deliver Rs. 35 KMPL Mileage, and 2100 KM Range in a single run. This new sedan comes from the BYD delivering a game-changing sedan in the market.
BYD Qin L DM-i: Exterior
The Qin L belongs to BYD’s Dynasty range, while the Seal 06 is part of BYD’s Ocean series. The Qin L stands out with its signature dragon face aesthetics, featuring a prominent front fascia with a large grille and a chrome bar. Its sleek headlamps, equipped with DRLs, and the sculpted bonnet design further enhance its appeal.On the sides, the Qin L sports traditional door handles and large, sporty alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires, accentuating the sedan’s striking profile. The coupe-like design adds to its allure.
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At the rear, the Qin L features interconnected tail lamps inspired by Chinese knots, a traditional folk art where a single cord is intricately woven into beautiful shapes. These knots symbolize various positive attributes such as friendliness, prosperity, good wishes, and happiness.
In terms of dimensions, the Qin L DM-i measures 4830 MM in length, 1900 MM in width, and 1495 MM in height, with a wheelbase of 2790 MM. The Seal 06 DM-i shares these exact dimensions. Both cars also share the same suspension setup, featuring MacPherson suspension at the front and a new E-type four-link independent suspension supporting the rear wheels.
BYD Qin L DM-i: Interior
The interior of the BYD Qin L DM-i draws inspiration from Chinese landscape paintings, incorporating Chinese knot elements to enhance its aesthetic appeal. The design focuses on minimizing clutter and maximizing spaciousness, creating a more open feel compared to the Seal 06. Key features include an 8.8-inch LCD instrument display and a rotating 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The Qin L DM-i also boasts automatic air conditioning, a mobile phone NFC key, ETC, six airbags, a tire pressure monitoring system, and at least six speakers. Higher-spec variants come with additional features such as the DiPilot L2 driving assistance system, a panoramic sunroof, a dashcam, an electrically adjustable front passenger seat, heated and ventilated seats, 18-inch wheels, and an eight-speaker sound system.
BYD Qin L DM-i: Engine Specs
Both the Qin L and Seal 06 utilize BYD’s latest 5th-generation DM technology, which integrates the internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor for improved overall efficiency. An AI-based energy consumption management system further enhances fuel efficiency. The Qin L achieves fuel consumption of 2.9 l/100 KM (35 KMPL) in NEDC mode and 10.7 kWh/100 KM in CLTC mode.
The PHEV powertrain features a 1.5 Litre Engine delivering 98.69 BHP and 126 NM Torque. Lower-spec variants combine the ICE engine with a 10.08 kWh battery pack, powering a 160 BHP electric motor with 210 NM of torque, and offering an all-electric range of 80 KM (CLTC).
Higher-spec variants are equipped with a 15.874 kWh battery, extending the all-electric range to 120 KM (CLTC). These variants also feature a more powerful 214 BHP EHS160 motor with 260 NM of torque. The total range for the BYD Qin L DM-i can reach up to 2100 KM (CLTC). These specifications are identical for the BYD Seal 06 DM-i.
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New Sedan Launched at Rs. 11 Lakh with 35 KMPL Mileage!