BYD, a renowned Chinese car brand, introduced their brand-new car, the Song L 2023, a mid-size SUV, on December 15, 2023. This launch is also a test for BYD to exceed sales expectations.
The BYD Song L 2023 is based on the 3.0 electronic platform and features integrated CTB battery technology, an intelligent 4-wheel drive system, intelligent driving assistance DiPilot, Yunnan C system, and more. The battery life, which is a major concern for users, has also been revealed this time.
BYD Song L 2023 Quick Review: The answer to Tesla Model Y, starting from 620 million VND
BYD Song L 2023 Price
Tesla Model Y used to be a popular choice for Chinese customers, but now, more competitors have emerged, one of which is the BYD Song L 2023. Most importantly, the selling price of the car is attractive enough to lure Tesla buyers.
The BYD Song L 2023 is available in 5 configurations, offering a wide range of choices and various colors. The prices start from 189,800 yuan (620 million VND), and the highest version is sold at a price of 249,800 yuan (815 million VND).
New Features of the Car
The overall shape of the BYD Song L 2023 is exquisite, with a sporty and sharp front end. The unique and eye-catching dragon teeth design extends from the headlights to the grille, creating a visually appealing effect day and night.
The car has a low posture with a sloping roofline, giving it a solid look. Many contour lines enhance the feeling of solidity. The rear lights have a sleek design and feature retractable wings.
The dimensions of the BYD Song L 2023 include a length, width, and height of 4840/1950/1560mm, and a wheelbase length of 2930 mm. These dimensions are larger than the Song Plus and Song Pro, also known as “Song,” and similar to Tang.
Interior of the Car
In terms of interior, the driver’s compartment and passenger compartment of the car have a powerful and luxurious look. The strip of surround lights adds to the overall tone. The interior design is relatively simple, catering to the international market.
The BYD Song L 2023 uses sporty materials, creating a strong visual impression. It also introduces frameless doors.
The full LCD dashboard is not small, and the 15.6-inch central control screen has the classic BYD shape. The new car is also equipped with a 50-inch AR-HUD.
The BYD Song L 2023 is equipped with the DiLink intelligent network connection system based on the Snapdragon processor. It is customized to support 5G and enhance the car cockpit platform in cooperation with Qualcomm.
The car offers a Dynaudio HiFi 12-speaker system, active fragrance system, and scene mode to provide an immersive experience for users.
The Song L offers good headroom for front seats, even for a person with a height of 1.8 meters. The trunk is flat and well-equipped with hooks, luggage tie-down points, lighting, and a 220V three-phase power socket.
Powertrain
The BYD Song L 2023 is available in a single-motor version with a maximum power of 308 horsepower and a dual-motor version with front and rear electric motors. These have corresponding maximum powers of 201 horsepower and 308 horsepower, totaling 510 horsepower.
The pure electric range of the BYD Song L 2023 is 550 km, 602 km, and 662 km under the CLTC test operating conditions in China.
It is equipped with the Yunnan C system, which offers millisecond-adjustable damping speed for a perfect combination of comfort and control. The Song L also features the DiPilot intelligent driving assistance system, which includes more than 30 auxiliary functions to improve driving safety, such as high-speed assistance, intelligent driving, automatic parking, and fatigue monitoring reminder.
Competitors
The new energy market in China has seen remarkable growth in the past year or two, with eye-catching new models continuously entering the market. Among the electric SUV models priced from 200,000 to 300,000 RMB, the Tesla Model Y is currently the most competitive.
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However, the overall strength of the BYD Song L can still attract many consumers, whether in terms of exterior design, rich configurations, or the competitive price.
Conclusion
The BYD Song L represents youth, fashion, and technological knowledge that many models in the price range of 150,000 to 250,000 RMB aspire to achieve. Compared to the current Song Plus, Song Pro, and Song Max models, there have been significant improvements in materials and interior configuration. This mid-size SUV is a young, beautiful, affordable car and an ideal choice for families.
This is an important step that showcases the revitalization of the Song’s leadership under the BYD brand.
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