BYD Sealion 6 DM-i AWD Returns with Four-Wheel Drive, Starting at 41.9 Million Won

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BYD Korea announced that it has newly added an all-wheel drive (AWD) trim to the lineup of its plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) SUV, the "BYD Sealion 6 DM-i," and will begin pre-orders on the 6th. This move aims to broaden consumer choices by reflecting the diverse driving environments and preferences of domestic consumers, with the recommended retail price for the AWD trim set at 41.9 million won.

The newly introduced BYD Sealion 6 DM-i AWD is equipped with individual electric motors on both the front and rear axles . The front motor delivers a maximum output of 150kW (204PS) and a peak torque of 300Nm, while the rear motor produces a maximum output of 150kW (204PS) and a peak torque of 340Nm. Based on this configuration, the time required to accelerate from a standstill to 100km/h (zero-to-hundred) is just 5.0 seconds, providing more dynamic acceleration performance compared to the existing FWD trim (8.3 seconds).

Additionally, dedicated terrain modes for Mud, Sand, and Snow are provided based on the four-wheel drive system, allowing drivers to adjust driving characteristics according to road conditions in various unpaved roads and rough terrain environments, such as mountain roads during rain or access routes to camping sites.

Battery performance has also been significantly enhanced. The vehicle is equipped with a 26.6kWh Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) that offers increased capacity compared to the previous model , enabling a pure electric driving range of 93km based on Ministry of Environment certification standards. This allows for economical and quiet driving similar to an electric vehicle during daily commuting. Furthermore, the vehicle supports V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) functionality with up to 3.3kW of external power supply and DC fast charging at approximately 18kW levels, enhancing charging convenience. Charging time from 30% to 80% takes about 30 minutes.

The vehicle dimensions are 4,775mm in length, 1,890mm in width, and 1,670mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,765mm providing seating for five passengers. The fuel economy is recorded at 12.7km/L on a combined basis (13.2km/L in the city, 12.3km/L on highways), and the electric efficiency is 3.6km/kWh on a combined basis.

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