BYD Xia

BYD Xia
Overview
ManufacturerBYD Auto
Production2024 (upcoming)
AssemblyChina: Hefei, Anhui[1]
DesignerUnder the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
ClassLarge minivan
Body style5-door minivan
LayoutFront-engine, front-motor, front-wheel drive
PlatformDM-i 5.0 platform
RelatedDenza D9
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
TransmissionE-CVT
Hybrid drivetrainPlug-in hybrid
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,045 mm (119.9 in)
Length5,145 mm (202.6 in)
Width1,970 mm (77.6 in)
Height1,805 mm (71.1 in)

The BYD Xia (Chinese: 比亚迪夏) is a plug-in hybrid minivan manufactured by BYD Auto since 2024. Named after the Xia dynasty, the first dynasty in traditional Chinese historiography, it is part of BYD's Dynasty Series that is marketed through Dynasty Network dealerships.[2][3][4]

The Xia will have options of eight, seven, six and four-seat layouts. It will be equipped with the DiSus-C damping body control system, and BYD's fifth-generation plug-in hybrid system marketed as DM-i 5.0.

BYD has confirmed plans to sell the Xia in European markets.[5]

See also

References

  1. ^ "All about BYD". MarkLines Automotive Industry Portal. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
  2. ^ Kang, Lei (2024-08-30). "BYD unveils Xia MPV, official launch to be within this year". CnEVPost. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
  3. ^ Bobylev, Denis (2024-08-30). "BYD Xia is 5.1-meter MPV with DM system and 42,300 USD starting price". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
  4. ^ "BYD unveils new flagship MPV 'Xia' at Chengdu Motor Show 2024". Gasgoo. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
  5. ^ Kable, Greg (2024-08-30). "BYD goes after Lexus LM with luxury MPV for Europe | Autocar". Autocar. Retrieved 2024-08-30.