KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- BYD eMAX 7 bookings open before October launch.
- Pre-booking offers Rs. 51,000 benefits and charger.
- Features include 12.8-inch infotainment and ADAS Level 2.
- Two battery options provide up to 530 km range.
- Competes with Toyota Innova, priced around Rs. 29 lakh.
BYD Auto India has commenced bookings for the eMAX 7 or the facelifted BYD e6 MPV. The updated E-MPV will be officially launched on October 8. So, if you plan to buy a feature-loaded and spacious electric car, you can reserve your unit by paying a token amount of Rs. 51,000. The upcoming EV can be booked by visiting the BYD-authorised dealership or via the brand's official website. Check out the specs and features of the upcoming electric MPV below and consider joining our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay updated on the latest automotive news.
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Extra Benefits on Prebooking
Customers who will book the upcoming BYD eMAX 7 before the official launch scheduled for October 8 and get their delivery by March 25, 2025, get an additional advantage. These buyers can avail of benefits of up to Rs. 51,000 and a complimentary 7 kW charger. So, if you have plans to buy this MPV then book now to get more value in less price.
BYD eMAX 7 Design Language
Though the updated e6 has not been fully revealed by the carmaker yet, it is available in some markets abroad as the BYD M6. The overall silhouette is identical to the current generation e6, but now you get new design elements. These include a refreshed grille, LED headlamps, updated alloy wheels and bumper. At the rear, the eMAX 7 gets a new LED taillight setup. All the design updates on the e6 MPV seem derived from the Atto 3.
Features and Cabin
The BYD eMAX 7 will be sold in 6 6-seater configurations in our region. In terms of interior, it is expected to resemble the M6 MPV. These include a dual-tone theme, a new drive mode selector and an updated centre console as well.
On the feature front, the upcoming eMAX 7 will get features such as a 12.8-inch rotating infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, wireless charging pad and ventilated seat for the driver. and co-passenger. The safety kit could include features like six airbags, TPMS, 360-degree camera, all-wheel disc brakes and ADAS Level 2. The ADAS suite on offer will offer features such as autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
Powertrain
The updated e6 MPV or the eMAX 7 is available with two battery packs internationally which include a 55.4 kWh and a 71.8 kWh unit. Both iterations come with a single motor setup but they produce different power figures which are 163 PS for the 55.4 kWh model and 204 PS for the 71.8 kWh model. Things could be different for the India spec model of the electric MPV, but the global spec model provides an NEDC-certified range of 530 km on a solitary charge.
BYD eMAX 7 Price and Rivals
The upcoming BYD eMAX 7 is expected to arrive at a starting price tag of Rs. 29.15 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). Once launched. it will lock horns with the Toyota Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta in India
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Verdict
The BYD eMAX 7, set to launch on October 8, brings new design elements, advanced features like ADAS Level 2, and a spacious 6-seater cabin. With two battery options and an impressive range, it aims to compete with established rivals like the Toyota Innova. Pre-booking offers include a 7 kW charger and benefits worth Rs. 51,000.
