The BYD Qin (Chinese: 比亚迪秦, after the Qin dynasty) is a series of compact and mid-size sedans produced by BYD Auto since 2012. The Qin started out as the plug-in hybrid version of the BYD Surui, and was introduced in the Chinese market in August 2012. [1]

Mar 23, 2025 · The BYD Qin L EV offers two rear permanent magnet synchronous motor options that output 110 kW (148 hp)/220 Nm and 160 kW (215 hp)/330 Nm, respectively; matched with 46.08 kWh and 56.64 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate battery packs, providing a corresponding CLTC range of 470 km and 545 km. The 0 – 50 km/h acceleration time is 4.1 and 3.1 ...

2 days ago · BYD; BYD’s new Qin L EV is off to a hot start with +10,000 sold in its first week. Peter Johnson | Apr 7 2025 - 12:32 pm PT 47 Comments The stylish new electric sedan is the size of a Tesla ...

Jun 5, 2024 · BYD Reportedly Sold 5,000 Qin L PHEV Sedans In First Three Days The $13,500 PHEV sedan has been a serious hit in China, and will likely allow BYD to hit its 3.6 million units sold goal for 2024.

Feb 24, 2025 · BYD wants to attract a new generation of drivers with its new Qin L EV. The midsize electric sedan is aimed at younger buyers as the world’s largest EV maker expands into new markets.

Mar 6, 2025 · BYD has a hybrid sedan called the Qin L DM-i that was launched in May 2024 and is currently offered in five variants in China with starting prices of RMB 99,800 ($13,770), RMB 109,800, RMB 119,800, RMB 129,800, and RMB 139,800 respectively.

May 28, 2024 · BYD’s latest fifth generation DM technology debuts in the Qin L and the Seal 06. The new PHEV system optimizes the work between the engine and the electric motor which raises the overall efficiency.

Feb 19, 2024 · BYD’s Qin Plus EV version has five models priced between 109,800 RMB to 139,800 RMB ($15,200 to 139,800 RMB ($19,400). The all-electric version includes an electric motor with up to 134 hp...

Feb 20, 2024 · BYD is shaking up the Chinese automotive market with its latest offering for budget-conscious buyers: the Qin Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid. With a starting price of 79,800 yuan, roughly $11,000, it...

Feb 26, 2025 · On February 25, BYD released the official images of its Qin L EV. The EV is built on BYD’s e-Platform 3.0 Evo and comes standard with the “God’s Eye” C (DiPilot 100) intelligent driving system.