[Autohome Car Buying Guide] On August 13, BYD Qin MAX was officially launched. A total of 9 variants are available for the new model, with a price range of RMB 99,900 to RMB 143,900. In addition, multiple gift packages are available for car purchasers. Positioned as a mid-size car, BYD Qin MAX offers pure electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions, including 5 BEV variants and 4 PHEV variants. The vehicle is equipped with the second-generation Blade Battery, flash charging technology, Eye of Tianshen B laser ADAS, and Yunnian-C intelligent damping body control system, etc. Today, let's take a look at which type of consumers each variant is suitable for.
● Car Purchase Policies
Users who complete car purchase and invoicing before September 30 can enjoy limited-time launch benefits: Smart Enjoy Financial Benefit, Smart Enjoy Renewal Benefit, ADAS Worry-Free Benefit, Smart Enjoy Warranty Benefit, Smart Enjoy Connectivity Benefit, Smart Enjoy Extended Warranty Service; BEV variants are also provided with Flash Charging Trial Benefit and Delivery Waiting Benefit. The specific content of the benefits can be seen in the figure below.
● Configuration Analysis and Variant Recommendation
A total of 9 variants were launched for Qin MAX this time. There are 5 variants of Qin MAX EV: 530KM Leading, 530KM Superior, 530KM Premium, 630KM Superior, 630KM Premium. There are 4 variants of Qin MAX DM-i: 230KM Leading, 230KM Superior, 320KM Superior, 320KM Premium. As can be seen from the variant names, the overall configurations are divided into three grades: Leading, Superior and Premium. We will analyze them one by one next.
Qin MAX EV Configuration Analysis:
530KM Leading
Guide price: RMB 109,900
Recommendation index: ★★★
First, let's look at the entry-level 530KM Leading of the BEV version. In terms of three-electric system, the vehicle adopts a 120kW rear-wheel drive motor, with an official 0-100km/h acceleration time of 9.6 seconds. It is equipped with a 52.868kWh second-generation Blade Battery, Cell to Body (CTB) technology, with a CLTC range of 530km, 5 minutes for 10%-70% fast charge, 9 minutes for 10%-97% fast charge, and supports 6kW external discharge. External configurations of the vehicle: full LED headlights, 17-inch two-color aluminum alloy wheels (225/55 R17), semi-hidden door handles, 115L electric frunk (with tap unlock function), 523L trunk, panoramic imaging, electric adjustment/heating for exterior rearview mirrors. Interior configurations: DiLink 100 smart cockpit, 5G network, 8.8-inch instrument panel + 12.8-inch central control screen, dual-zone voice control, 6-speaker audio system, AI smart assistant, 4-way manual leather steering wheel; leather seats, 6-way electric adjustment for driver's seat, 4-way manual adjustment for passenger seat; 4/6 split folding rear seats. Chassis: adopts front double-ball joint MacPherson suspension + rear five-link independent suspension, equipped with TBC tire blowout stability system.
The standard configuration of the entry-level version is already very rich (such as 5G, panoramic imaging, heat pump air conditioner, etc.), but its comfort configuration performance is average, which is suitable for online car-hailing or commuting users who have low requirements for intelligent driving and pursue ultimate cost-effectiveness.
530KM Superior
Guide price: RMB 119,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★
Next is the 530KM Superior with a guide price of RMB 119,900. The price difference from the 530 Leading is RMB 10,000, and the added configurations are: Full set of DiPilot intelligent driving added: Eye of Tianshen C, HNOA high-speed navigation assisted driving, ACC adaptive cruise control, lever-activated lane change, full set of active safety functions (AEB / blind spot monitoring / door opening warning), full-scene automatic parking AVP/APA; Cockpit comfort: Face ID, vehicle-mounted ETC, omnidirectional driving recorder, capacitive steering wheel, intelligent driving paddles; rain-sensing wipers; electric folding of rearview mirrors + lock-activated folding + blind spot warning light; 4-way electric adjustment for passenger seat, ventilation and heating for both driver and passenger seats.
This version complements core pain point configurations such as Eye of Tianshen C high-level intelligent driving, seat ventilation and heating, and electric adjustment for the passenger seat, with very high cost-effectiveness. Users with tight budgets and not too high requirements for comfort configurations can consider it.
530KM Premium
Guide price: RMB 129,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
Next is the 530KM Premium. The price difference from the previous grade is also RMB 10,000. First, in terms of chassis: Yunnian-C intelligent damping body control system is added, as well as road pre-scan and comfort control functions. In terms of cockpit: the central control screen is upgraded from 12.8 inches to 15.6 inches; W-HUD head-up display is added; voice interaction is upgraded from dual-zone to four-zone; the audio system is upgraded from 6 speakers to 8 speakers with new Hi-Fi customized sound effects; surround-style colorful ambient lights, rear central armrest (with dual cup holders), and front far-side airbag are added. Seat/comfort configurations: the driver's seat is upgraded from 6-way electric adjustment to 8-way electric adjustment with added seat memory function; massage function for driver and passenger seats is added; dual-zone independent control automatic constant temperature air conditioner is added; 50W wireless fast charging for front mobile phones (with air cooling) is added. External configuration upgrade: the tires are upgraded from 17-inch to 18-inch two-color aluminum alloy wheels; panoramic sunroof (with electric sunshade) is added.
The price difference between this version and the previous grade is only RMB 10,000, but it adds a number of configurations such as Yunnian-C suspension, 15.6-inch large screen, HUD, seat massage, etc., and it is the most cost-effective version.
630KM Superior
Guide price: RMB 132,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★
The guide price of the 630 Superior is RMB 132,900, which is RMB 13,000 more expensive than the 530 Superior. The main upgrades are power and range, and the rest of the basic configurations are the same. The battery capacity is upgraded from 52.868kWh to 64.315kWh, and the CLTC range is increased from 530km to 630km; the maximum power of the motor is greatly increased from 120kW to 240kW; the 0-100km/h acceleration time is reduced from 9.6s to 5.9s; the maximum speed is increased from 170km/h to 190km/h.
630KM Premium
Guide price: RMB 143,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
The guide price of the 630 Premium is RMB 143,900, which is RMB 14,000 more expensive than the 530 Premium. In addition to the power and range upgrades, compared with the 530 Premium, it also adds an integrated intelligent cold and warm refrigerator, massage function for driver and passenger seats, steering wheel heating, automatic anti-glare interior rearview mirror, LED through-type front position light, double-layer sound insulation glass for front windshield, rear privacy glass, and black side window trim. It is a veritable fully equipped version.
Qin MAX DM-i Configuration Analysis
230KM Leading/230KM Superior
Guide price: RMB 99,900/RMB 109,900
Recommendation index: ★★★/★★★★
There are 4 variants of Qin MAX DM-i: 230KM Leading, 230KM Superior, 320KM Superior, 320KM Premium. The configurations are also divided into three grades. Taking the Leading variant as an example, the difference from the EV variant with the same configuration is mainly the power system. It adopts a 1.5L plug-in hybrid engine + 175kW front-wheel drive motor, with an official 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.5s, a maximum speed of 185km/h, and is equipped with a 65L fuel tank, which can run on both fuel and electricity; the fuel consumption when battery is depleted is 2.59L/100km, it is equipped with a 25.287kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, with a CLTC pure electric range of 230km, and a comprehensive range of over 1200km. In terms of charging, it is only equipped with 48kW DC fast charge, which takes 20 minutes for 30%-80% charge, and there is no flash charging function. Chassis suspension: ordinary MacPherson front suspension, no front double-ball joint structure; no frunk, and the trunk volume is 557L.
The two 230 version DM-i variants have the same basic configurations as the EV versions, so the overall recommendation logic is also consistent with that of the EV versions, and we will not repeat it here.
320KM Superior
Guide price: RMB 119,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★
The basic configuration is basically the same as that of the 230KM Superior, and the price difference between the two is RMB 10,000. Battery and range upgrade: the battery capacity is upgraded from 25.2kWh to 34.2kWh, and the CLTC pure electric range is increased from 230km to 320km; the maximum power of DC fast charge is increased from 48kW to 74kW, and the 30%-80% fast charge time is shortened from 20min to 18min.
But different from the configuration difference between the two Superior variants of the EV version, the 320KM Superior also has several more configurations than the 230 Superior. Cockpit interaction upgrade: voice interaction is upgraded from dual-zone to four-zone voice interaction system. Externally, panoramic sunroof (with electric sunshade) is added. In terms of safety: front far-side airbag is added.
320KM Premium
Guide price: RMB 129,900
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
The last one is the top variant of the DM-i models, the 320KM Premium. It is RMB 10,000 more expensive than the previous grade, and its basic configuration performance is consistent with that of the 630KM Premium of the EV version.
Purchase Advice:
Differences in basic architecture between EV and DM-i: The EV version adopts rear-wheel drive layout, the front suspension is a more costly double-ball joint MacPherson, and it has a 115L frunk and flash charging technology (charge to 70% in 5 minutes); the DM-i version adopts front-wheel drive layout, has a 65L fuel tank, no range anxiety, and is suitable for long-distance travel.
Leading variant (entry-level version): The standard configuration is already very rich (such as 5G, panoramic imaging, heat pump air conditioner, etc.), but there is no L2 level intelligent driving and seat ventilation, which is suitable for online car-hailing or commuting users who have low requirements for intelligent driving and pursue ultimate cost-effectiveness.
Superior variant (cost-effective version): It complements core pain point configurations such as Eye of Tianshen C high-level intelligent driving, seat ventilation and heating, and electric adjustment for the passenger seat.
Premium variant (top version): It adds class-leading enjoyment configurations such as Yunnian-C suspension, 15.6-inch large screen, HUD, seat massage, and four-zone voice interaction, which is suitable for users with sufficient budget who pursue ultimate comfort and technology experience.
630KM version: Not only the range is increased by 100km, but also the motor power is doubled to 240kW, and the acceleration reaches 5.9-second level, which is suitable for users who have dual rigid demands for power and range.
Optional Equipment:
In terms of optional equipment, in addition to the 3 two-tone exterior colors that cost RMB 3,000 to option, the 3 Premium variants + 320 Superior can also option the Eye of Tianshen B driver assistance system for RMB 12,000, which adds a lidar in terms of hardware, and supports functions such as urban CNOA navigation assisted driving, traffic light reminder (TLA), low-speed MEB braking, etc.
Competitor Models:
Among domestic new energy models, Geely Galaxy A7, Deepal L06 and Arcfox Alpha S5 are relatively direct competitors of Qin MAX. However, BYD is now equipping a large number of models with flash charging technology, which greatly improves the energy replenishment efficiency of vehicles, and the effect of its equipped Eye of Tianshen driver assistance system is also improving with the increase of installation volume. However, Qin MAX not only needs to face competitors from the same class, but also many higher-level models have now entered the price range of RMB 150,000. Therefore, Qin MAX still has certain pressure to stand out from the crowd, and the key depends on whether its performance in the initial sales period can quickly win the favor of the market.
● New Car Features:
The all-new Qin MAX launches two power versions: pure electric and plug-in hybrid. The two cars adopt a unified family design language in appearance, and the core differences are concentrated in space layout and three-electric system. The pure electric model is exclusively equipped with a 115L frunk, which supports tap/double-click electric opening, with stronger practicality.
The new car continues BYD's family "Dragon Face" aesthetic front face. The central through chrome trim connects the narrow LED light groups on both sides, and the rectangular lamp cavity inside the light group has a sharp shape. The lower three-section air intake vent is matched with body-colored decorative parts, which together with the through trim of the front face outline an X-shaped visual structure, enhancing the layering and sports aura of the front end.
The side of the body adopts a classic fastback sedan shape, with standard semi-hidden door handles; the overall dimensions are 4866/1880/1495mm, with a wheelbase of 2820mm, and high-end variants are equipped with 18-inch two-color sports wheels. The widened rear shoulder line of the tail creates a full sense of muscle, and the through-type X-ray sequential taillights have full recognition, presenting an interwoven light and shadow effect when lit; the whole series is equipped with electric trunk door, and the trunk volume of the pure electric version is 523L.
Body colors are available in 6 solid colors: Soft Snow White, Chasing Light Silver, Danxia Orange, Forest Wild Green, Star Moon Purple, Cloud Dawn Pink. Among them, Forest Wild Green, Star Moon Purple and Cloud Dawn Pink support two-tone body option, and the two-tone versions are expected to be officially delivered in September.
The interior is available in two color schemes: Light Sand Gray and Dawn Purple, and the cockpit layout is simple and luxurious. The front row is equipped with a double-spoke multi-functional leather steering wheel, 8.8-inch full LCD instrument panel, W-HUD head-up display, and high-end variants are equipped with a 15.6-inch floating central control screen, equipped with DiLink 150 smart cockpit system, which supports four-zone AI full-scene voice interaction, mic-free in-car K song, and free switching between dual desktops