- BYD (Build Your Dreams), the Chinese EV manufacturer is ready to participate in the 2023 Auto Expo.
- Will be showcasing 3 all-electric vehicles at the motor show.
- BYD Seal will join the Atto 3 and E6 MPV in the brand's line-up at the Auto Expo.
BYD (Build Your Dreams) entered the mass market EV segment in India with the launch of Atto 3 in November last year. The EV SUV is priced at Rs. 33.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and it joined the existing e6 MPV in the brand's line-up. Now as we are approaching the 2023 Auto Expo, the EV maker is all ready with its fleet to put up a good show at the event. So here is a comprehensive list of BYD cars at the 2023 Auto Expo.
Also Read: BYD Atto 3 Electric SUV Test Drive Review
BYD Cars at 2023 Auto Expo: BYD Seal
The BYD Seal is a grounds-up EV and comes with a claimed electric driving range of up to 700 kilometres. The all-electric sedan is 4,800 mm long, 1875 mm wide and sports a wheelbase of 2,920 mm. In international markets, BYD pitches the Seal sedan against the like of Tesla Model 3. It sports the brand's typical 15.6-inch rotating infotainment display, paired with a 10.25-inch driver's instrument cluster. Underneath, there are two battery pack options on offer, carrying a capacity of 61.4 kWh and 82.5 kWh. The SUV comes in multiple drivetrain options, which include a single-motor rear-wheel drive and a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup. The maximum power out that the sedan is capable of producing is 530 bhp, taking it from 0-100 kmph in 3.8 seconds.
BYD Cars at 2023 Auto Expo: BYD Atto 3
Launched in November 2022, the BYD Atto 3 currently retails at a price of Rs. 33.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The all-electric vehicle sports a 68.48 kWh blade battery pack which gives it a claimed electric driving range of 521 kilometres on a single charge. It is driven by a single electric motor mounted on the front axle, putting out 201 bhp and 310 Nm of peak torque. Although the electric SUV has no direct rivals as of now, it stands up against the likes of the Hyundai Kona EV, MG ZS EV as well as Tata Nexon EV MAX.
BYD Cars at 2023 Auto Expo: BYD e6 MPV
BYD initially launched the e6 MPV in India in the year 2021 and it was only made available to commercial and fleet buyers. As the brand decided to fully enter the Indian market, the electric MPV was made available to private buyers in August 2022. It is currently priced at Rs. 29.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Powering the MPV is a 71.7 kWh battery pack paired to a single motor mounted on the front axle, putting out 91 bhp and 180 Nm of peak torque. The claimed electric driving range of the e6 MPV stands at 415 kilometres.
Also Read: BYD Atto 3 VS MG 4 EV: Specification Comparison
Verdict: As of now BYD has a small yet effective portfolio of electric vehicles in its stable. However, given the high pricing of these vehicles, they already fall in the niche segment, which is also connected to the fact that the EV market space is very small in itself. Although showcasing BYD cars at the 2023 Auto Expo will definitely have a positive effect on the brand's identity, the carmaker should focus on more affordable offerings in order to capture a considerable market share.
