How to switch between fuel and electric modes in BYD Qin?
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BYD Qin can switch between fuel and electric modes by selecting different driving modes. The various driving modes for switching between fuel and electric in BYD Qin are as follows: 1. BYD Qin does not have a pure fuel mode: it can operate purely on electricity or in hybrid mode. 2. The driving modes of BYD Qin include: Pure Electric + Economy, Pure Electric + Sport, Hybrid + Economy, Hybrid + Sport, etc. In Pure Electric + Economy mode, the engine is not used, and the car runs on electricity. When the accelerator is pressed, the controller gradually increases the motor's current. In Pure Electric + Sport mode, the engine is also not used, and the controller directly supplies the motor with maximum current when the accelerator is pressed. In Hybrid + Economy mode, the engine is not used when the speed is below 40 km/h and the battery level is above 15%. When the speed exceeds 40 km/h, the engine automatically starts, providing only 10% of the power to the car. The controller still gradually increases the motor's current and charges the battery. If the speed is below 40 km/h and the battery level is below 15%, the engine will also start but will not provide power to the car, instead idling to charge the battery. As long as the speed remains below 40 km/h, the engine will automatically shut off once the battery is charged above 25%. In Hybrid + Sport mode, the engine can only be stopped or started manually, with the engine providing 100% power to the wheels, and the motor also operating at maximum power.
I've been driving a BYD Qin for several years and know that the switch between fuel and electric is mainly achieved by changing driving modes. There's a 'MODE' button on the steering wheel or center console—press it once to switch to EV mode (pure electric, running solely on the battery, ideal for short city trips with zero fuel consumption). Press it again to switch to HEV mode (hybrid, where the engine and battery work together, saving fuel efficiently during long distances or when battery levels are low). When the battery level drops below 20%, the system automatically switches to hybrid mode, so there's no need to worry about stalling. For daily traffic jams, I recommend using pure electric mode—quiet and cost-effective. On highways, switch to hybrid mode for stronger power and faster acceleration. You can also set charging thresholds via the center display, such as managing the SOC value to control battery capacity and avoid frequent switching. Developing a charging routine, like fully charging at home overnight, helps extend the pure electric range. Overall, the transition is flexible, efficient, and economical, significantly improving the driving experience.
