What is the actual measured fuel consumption of the Song Plus DM-i?
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The actual tested fuel consumption value of the BYD Song Plus DM-i under comprehensive road conditions is 4.08 liters per 100 kilometers. Tested road conditions: Driving in urban areas, including city roads (approximately 40%), urban expressways (approximately 50%), and highways (approximately 10%). Tested driving mode: Using HEV+ECO mode for driving, with 3 adults in the car. Air conditioning set at 25 degrees, two levels of fan speed, normal use of entertainment devices and mobile phone charging. In congested sections, closely following the car in front to prevent other vehicles from cutting in. On expressways and highways, driving according to speed limits: maintaining speeds in the 70s km/h on roads with an 80 km/h limit, and speeds in the 110s km/h on roads with a 120 km/h limit.
I've been driving the BYD Song Plus DM-i for several months now. During daily urban commuting, the fuel consumption is about 4.5L/100km when the battery is depleted, and it may rise to around 5.8L on highways, which is quite fuel-efficient. It largely depends on your driving habits—for instance, I maintain low figures by gently accelerating and minimizing braking. However, consumption increases in traffic jams or when speeding. The pure electric mode can cover over 80km, and charging two to three times a week means hardly any refueling is needed, making it significantly cheaper than pure gasoline cars. Actual tests show combined fuel and electricity costs of just over 0.1 yuan per kilometer, half the cost of my colleagues' gasoline cars. Even occasional long trips with refueling are hassle-free. I highly recommend using EV mode more often—it's both economical and eco-friendly. On weekends, taking the family out has never caused range anxiety, and the spacious trunk is a huge plus for storage.
