BYD Song Max

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BYD Song Max
2018 BYD Song Max, front 8.4.18.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer BYD Auto
Also called
  • BYD M6 (EV, 2024–present)
  • BYD eMax 7 (EV, India; 2024–present)
Production2017–present
AssemblyChina: Changsha, Hunan [1]
Designer Under the lead of Wolfgang Egger
Body and chassis
Class Compact MPV
Body style 5-door MPV
Layout
Platform
  • e-Platform 3.0 (DM-i/EV)
Related BYD e6 (second generation)
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor Permanent magnet synchronous (DM-i/M6)
Power output
  • Petrol
  • 152–158 hp (154–160 PS; 113–118 kW) (2017–2022)
  • PHEV
  • 299–306 hp (303–310 PS; 223–228 kW) (2019–2021)
  • 286–303 hp (290–307 PS; 213–226 kW) (2022–present)
  • EV
  • 161 hp (163 PS; 120 kW) (Song Max EV/M6 Standard range)
  • 201 hp (204 PS; 150 kW) (M6 Extended range)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain Plug-in hybrid (DM-i)
Battery
  • 8.3 – 18.3 kWh BYD Blade LFP (DM-i)
  • 59.1 kWh BYD Blade LFP (Song max EV 163 PS)
  • 55,4 kWh BYD Blade LFP (M6 Standard range)
  • 71.8 kWh BYD Blade LFP (M6 Extended range)
Range
  • 51 km (32 mi) (9.98 kWh DM-i)
  • 81 km (50 mi) (15.98 kWh DM-i)
  • 51 km (32 mi) (9.98 kWh DM-i)
  • Maximum 530 km (329.3 mi) (EV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,785 mm (109.6 in)
Length4,680–4,710 mm (184.3–185.4 in)
Width1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height
  • 1,680–1,690 mm (66.1–66.5 in)
  • 1,880 mm (74.0 in) (with optional extended roof)
Curb weight 1,800–1,915 kg (3,968–4,222 lb) (M6)
Chronology
Predecessor BYD M6 (2010)

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.

Contents

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.

Overview

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.

2021 facelift

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]

Song Max DM-i

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]

BYD M6 / eMax 7

In March 2024, BYD showcased a 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, the BYDM6. [10] The nameplate was previously used by a larger MPV in 2010. Depending on the market, the M6 is available with two battery options, both using the company's blade battery system; Standard Range with a 55.4 kWh battery pack and NEDC range of 420 kilometres (260 mi), and Extended Range with a 71.8 kWh battery pack and NEDC range of 530 kilometres (330 mi). The electric motor produces a 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) of torque with differing power outputs depending on the battery option; 120 kW (161 hp; 163 PS) on the Standard Range models, and 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) on the Extended Range models.

Markets

Hong Kong

The M6 went on sale in Hong Kong in June 2024 with 6-seater and 7-seater options. [11]

Indonesia

In Indonesia, the M6 was unveiled on 17 July 2024 at the 31st Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. [12] It is the first mass-produced battery electric multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) to be sold in Indonesia. [13] [14] [15] For the Indonesian market, the M6 is available in two variant levels with differing battery options and seating configurations: Standard and Superior. The Standard serves as the Standard Range model (55.4 kWh; 420km), while the Superior serves as the Extended Range model (71.8 kWh; 530km). Both variants comes standard with 7-seater configurations, with an optional 6-seater configuration (with second-row captain seats) being available on the Superior. [16] As of June 2024, the Indonesian market M6 is currently imported from China. [17]

Since 27 August 2024, 1,000 M6s were ordered by Grab Indonesia to be used as one of their fleet operational vehicles for their GrabElectric ride-hailing service. [18]

India

The M6 is marketed in India as the BYD eMax 7. It was introduced on 8 October 2024 in two variant levels with differing battery options: Dynamic and Extended, each with a 7-seater and 6-seater configurations. [19]

Thailand

In Thailand, the M6 went on sale on 9 September 2024. Imported from China, it is offered in two variant levels with differing battery options: Dynamic and Extended. The Dynamic is the Standard Range model (55.4 kWh; 420km), while the Extended is the Extended Range model (71.8 kWh; 530km). The M6 for the Thai market is only available in a 6-seater configuration. [20]

Vietnam

The M6 was previewed in Vietnam in September 2024 and will be on sale in October. [21]

Malaysia

The M6 was launched at Malaysia on 15 October 2024 with two variants available: Standard (55.4 kWh) and Extended (71.8 kWh). The M6 for the Malaysian market is only available in a 7-seater configuration. [22]

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