What is the fuel consumption of BYD DM-i?
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BYD DM-i's fuel consumption at 120 km/h cruising speed is 3.8L. Here is additional information: Advantages of BYD DM-i: DM-i possesses multiple advantages that lead other hybrid technologies, and its "core concept" is electricity as the main power source with gasoline as supplementary. Architecturally, the DM-i Super Hybrid is based on large-capacity batteries and high-power motors. During driving, the vehicle primarily relies on high-power motors for propulsion, while the gasoline engine's main function is to charge the battery. It only directly drives when additional power is needed, and even then works in coordination with the motor to reduce load. This hybrid technology differs from traditional hybrid technologies that rely on the engine, thereby more effectively reducing fuel consumption. BYD DM-i's engine: The core component of BYD's DM-i Super Hybrid technology is the newly developed Xiaoyun plug-in hybrid dedicated engine, which comes in two versions: a 1.5L engine mainly used in Qin PLUS and Song PLUS, and a 1.5T turbocharged engine used in the larger Tang DM-i model. These models feature two key components: the EHS dual-motor system and the DM-i Super Hybrid dedicated Blade Battery, along with a series of vehicle control systems, engine control systems, motor control systems, and battery management systems, collectively forming the Super Hybrid system. Most importantly, these core components and key technologies are entirely independently developed by BYD.
I drove the BYD Qin PLUS DM-i with DM-i technology for over half a year, and I was genuinely impressed with its fuel efficiency. The official claimed combined fuel consumption is 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers, but in my actual driving experience, it reached 5-6 liters in congested city traffic, while on highways it was around 4 liters, which is extremely fuel-efficient. The key is its pure electric mode—my daily commute of about ten kilometers barely uses any fuel, costing just a few cents in electricity. A full tank can last for 800-900 kilometers, saving frequent trips to the gas station. Maintenance is also cheaper compared to traditional fuel vehicles, significantly reducing overall expenses. I believe choosing the DM-i series isn't just about transportation—it's about saving on fuel costs for travel, making it a very cost-effective choice.
