BYD Song Max | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | BYD Auto |
Also called | BYD M6 (EV, export, 2024–present) |
Production | 2017–present |
Assembly | China: Changsha, Hunan [1] |
Designer | Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact MPV |
Body style | 5-door MPV |
Layout | |
Related | BYD e6 (second generation) |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
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Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous (DM-i/M6) |
Transmission | |
Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid (DM-i) |
Battery | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,785 mm (109.6 in) |
Length | 4,680–4,710 mm (184.3–185.4 in) |
Width | 1,810 mm (71.3 in) |
Height |
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Curb weight | 1,800–1,915 kg (3,968–4,222 lb) (M6) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | BYD M6 (first generation) |
The BYD Song Max is a compact multi purpose vehicle (MPV) developed by BYD since 2017. Initially available solely as an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, in 2022 BYD replaced the petrol-powered Song Max with the plug-in hybrid Song Max DM-i after it ended production of ICE vehicles.
The Song Max is not available with a battery electric powertrain. The second-generation BYD e6 is a battery electric vehicle heavily based on the Song Max that is predominantly sold as taxis and other fleet usage, which is sold since 2021 in China and in right-hand drive export markets such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and India. A more upscale version of the e6, borrowing elements from the newer Song Max with design revisions and a more powerful electric motor has been available as the BYD M6 since 2024 for export markets.
BYD released previewed images of the BYD Song Max in April 2017. [2] In September 2017, the Song Max was launched in China. Only one engine was offered at launch, which is a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine capable of producing 156 hp (116 kW) and 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) of torque with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed DCT gearbox. The engine remained the only powertrain option until 2022. [3]
In April 2019, BYD showcased the Song Max DM plug-in hybrid during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show. The Song Max DM is equipped with a 1.5-liter engine producing 118 kW (160 PS; 158 hp) an electric motor producing 110 kW (150 PS; 150 hp). [4] This version was never sold, and BYD only started offering the Song Max DM-i in 2022 with the newer fourth-generation DM-i plug-in hybrid system after it ended production of ICE vehicles. At the same show, BYD also showcased the Song Max EV, which was also never sold. [5] Instead, the related fleet-oriented BEV model second-generation BYD e6 was offered in late 2021 in selected right-hand drive markets.
The Song Max received a facelift in August 2020 for the 2021 model year. The facelift includes a minor restyle for the front bumper and a redesigned rear end. The interior update features a 12.8 inch screen in the center console and 6-seater 2+2+2 configurations and 7-seater 2+3+2 configurations. The updated model is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo inline-4 engine producing a maximum output of 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) and 245 N⋅m (25.0 kg⋅m; 181 lb⋅ft). The transmission is a 6-speed DCT gearbox. [6] BYD ended the production of ICE vehicles in March 2022, and concentrates on PHEV and BEV models. [7]
The Song Max DM-i is the updated version of the previous Song Max DM for the 2022 model year. The Song Max DM-i is equipped with the DM-i plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5-litre engine plus electric motor, with extended roof models added. The Song Max DM-i has 6-seater and 7-seater models to choose from, among which the extended roof models are all 6-seater. With the extended roof, the Song Max DM-i is as high as 1880mm adding the extra height to the interior space. The 1.5-litre engine from the DM-i setup is code-named BYD472QA, drops the turbocharger and produces a maximum power of 81 kW (109 hp; 110 PS), and the permanent magnet synchronous electric motor model is TZ220XYE, powered by lithium iron phosphate batteries. The combined power of the BYD Song Max DM-i reaches 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS). [8]
In March 2024, BYD showcased the right-hand drive Song Max EV in Thailand at the Bangkok International Motor Show, which adopts a refreshed styling. [9] In May 2024, the vehicle was revealed with a new name, BYD M6. [10] The nameplate was previously used by a larger MPV in 2010.
The M6 went on sale in Hong Kong in June 2024 with 6-seater and 7-seater options. It is equipped with a 71.8 kWh blade battery with an electric motor producing 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) and 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft). [11]
The M6 was launched in Indonesia on 17 July 2024 at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: Standard (55.4 kWh; 420km) and Superior (71.8 kWh; 530km). The Standard variants is standard with a 7-seater configuration, and the Superior variant has the option of either 7-seater and 6-seater (with the second-row captain seats) configurations. [12]
BYD Song Max | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | BYD Auto |
Also called | BYD M6 (EV, export, 2024–present) |
Production | 2017–present |
Assembly | China: Changsha, Hunan [1] |
Designer | Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact MPV |
Body style | 5-door MPV |
Layout | |
Related | BYD e6 (second generation) |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
|
Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous (DM-i/M6) |
Transmission | |
Hybrid drivetrain | Plug-in hybrid (DM-i) |
Battery | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,785 mm (109.6 in) |
Length | 4,680–4,710 mm (184.3–185.4 in) |
Width | 1,810 mm (71.3 in) |
Height |
|
Curb weight | 1,800–1,915 kg (3,968–4,222 lb) (M6) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | BYD M6 (first generation) |
The BYD Song Max is a compact multi purpose vehicle (MPV) developed by BYD since 2017. Initially available solely as an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, in 2022 BYD replaced the petrol-powered Song Max with the plug-in hybrid Song Max DM-i after it ended production of ICE vehicles.
The Song Max is not available with a battery electric powertrain. The second-generation BYD e6 is a battery electric vehicle heavily based on the Song Max that is predominantly sold as taxis and other fleet usage, which is sold since 2021 in China and in right-hand drive export markets such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and India. A more upscale version of the e6, borrowing elements from the newer Song Max with design revisions and a more powerful electric motor has been available as the BYD M6 since 2024 for export markets.
BYD released previewed images of the BYD Song Max in April 2017. [2] In September 2017, the Song Max was launched in China. Only one engine was offered at launch, which is a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine capable of producing 156 hp (116 kW) and 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) of torque with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed DCT gearbox. The engine remained the only powertrain option until 2022. [3]
In April 2019, BYD showcased the Song Max DM plug-in hybrid during the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show. The Song Max DM is equipped with a 1.5-liter engine producing 118 kW (160 PS; 158 hp) an electric motor producing 110 kW (150 PS; 150 hp). [4] This version was never sold, and BYD only started offering the Song Max DM-i in 2022 with the newer fourth-generation DM-i plug-in hybrid system after it ended production of ICE vehicles. At the same show, BYD also showcased the Song Max EV, which was also never sold. [5] Instead, the related fleet-oriented BEV model second-generation BYD e6 was offered in late 2021 in selected right-hand drive markets.
The Song Max received a facelift in August 2020 for the 2021 model year. The facelift includes a minor restyle for the front bumper and a redesigned rear end. The interior update features a 12.8 inch screen in the center console and 6-seater 2+2+2 configurations and 7-seater 2+3+2 configurations. The updated model is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo inline-4 engine producing a maximum output of 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) and 245 N⋅m (25.0 kg⋅m; 181 lb⋅ft). The transmission is a 6-speed DCT gearbox. [6] BYD ended the production of ICE vehicles in March 2022, and concentrates on PHEV and BEV models. [7]
The Song Max DM-i is the updated version of the previous Song Max DM for the 2022 model year. The Song Max DM-i is equipped with the DM-i plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5-litre engine plus electric motor, with extended roof models added. The Song Max DM-i has 6-seater and 7-seater models to choose from, among which the extended roof models are all 6-seater. With the extended roof, the Song Max DM-i is as high as 1880mm adding the extra height to the interior space. The 1.5-litre engine from the DM-i setup is code-named BYD472QA, drops the turbocharger and produces a maximum power of 81 kW (109 hp; 110 PS), and the permanent magnet synchronous electric motor model is TZ220XYE, powered by lithium iron phosphate batteries. The combined power of the BYD Song Max DM-i reaches 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS). [8]
In March 2024, BYD showcased the right-hand drive Song Max EV in Thailand at the Bangkok International Motor Show, which adopts a refreshed styling. [9] In May 2024, the vehicle was revealed with a new name, BYD M6. [10] The nameplate was previously used by a larger MPV in 2010.
The M6 went on sale in Hong Kong in June 2024 with 6-seater and 7-seater options. It is equipped with a 71.8 kWh blade battery with an electric motor producing 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) and 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft). [11]
The M6 was launched in Indonesia on 17 July 2024 at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: Standard (55.4 kWh; 420km) and Superior (71.8 kWh; 530km). The Standard variants is standard with a 7-seater configuration, and the Superior variant has the option of either 7-seater and 6-seater (with the second-row captain seats) configurations. [12]