October 27th, we learned from the official that the all-new BYD Qin PLUS DM-i has officially gone on sale. It comes in 3 models, with a suggested retail price of 79,900 to 100,900 RMB, and a limited-time super exclusive price of 76,900 to 97,900 RMB. As a new generation model, the overall size of the car has been significantly increased, with a wheelbase of 2800mm. It adopts a new design language. At the same time, the vehicle gains a roof-mounted LiDAR, with the God's Eye B laser version of the assisted driving system and the high-end DiLink 150 smart cabin available as options, further enhancing the overall product capabilities. Key features of the new car: The exterior design offers a variety of colors including Island Blue, Titanium Crystal Gray, Star Moon Purple, Ink Bamboo Green, Star River Beige, First Snow White, and Ice Amber Cyan. Additionally, Island Blue and Ink Bamboo Green can be selected with a floating roof. The new design language is evident in the horizontal design of the front, with long, narrow headlights that create a strong visual impact. The front grille has a design similar to air ducts, further enhancing the sporty attributes. The vehicle will also be equipped with a roof-mounted LiDAR, further improving its advanced driver assistance capabilities. In the interior, the vehicle offers two color options: Cloud Gauze Beige and Ink Smoke Gray. It features an 8.8-inch instrument panel and 10.1-inch or 12.8-inch central control screens. It is equipped with the high-end intelligent cabin version, DiLink 150, with a newly optimized system UI, resulting in a more streamlined and elegant design, with better color coordination and smoother operation. The new Qin PLUS adopts BYD's new-generation Dynasty design language, featuring a dual-spoke multifunctional steering wheel, hidden air vents, and soft ambient lighting, giving it a youthful appearance. The new integrated hidden air vents adopt a seamless integration design, reducing seams and complex surfaces, seamlessly connecting with the instrument panel structure. Additionally, when the vehicle's air conditioning intelligent control function is activated, the system will automatically turn on the seat ventilation when the cabin temperature is high, and turn on the seat heating function when the temperature is low. Other features include a rear-seat portable bag storage, which is compatible with various rear-seat storage scenarios. It also features a hidden flip-up hook for the front passenger seat, which can be flipped inward to seamlessly integrate with the interior panel when needed, and outwardly to provide a stable supporting surface for bags and food. The car offers a total of 33 storage compartments, with a rear cargo volume of 570 liters. In terms of advanced driver assistance, the vehicle can be equipped with the God's Eye B advanced driver assistance system, supporting functions such as City Navigation Assistance (CNOA), High-speed Navigation Assistance (HNOA), and Full-scenario Intelligent Parking Assistance (Automatic Parking, remote parking and park-after-exit). In addition, the vehicle will be equipped with a high-speed tire-blowout stability control system. In terms of power, the vehicle adopts a 1.5L plug-in hybrid system, with an engine power of 74kW and a maximum torque of 126N·m. The motor's maximum power is 120kW, with a maximum torque of 210N·m. Two LFP battery packs of 16.2kWh and 24.3kWh are offered, with a 30-80% charge taking as little as 20 minutes and CLTC all-electric ranges of 140km and 220km respectively. Paired with a 65L fuel tank, combined range on a full tank and a full charge reaches 2,290km. Market analysis: The all-new Qin PLUS DM-i faces competitors such as Geely Galaxy Xingyao 6 and Leapmotor B01 in the same-level plug-in hybrid market. It continues to compete with traditional joint-venture gasoline sedans such as the Lavida and Sylphy. It retains the core advantages of low fuel consumption, mature DM-i hybrid system, and affordable pricing, forming a differentiated advantage. The new generation model brings larger body sizes, LiDARs, and the high-end intelligent cabin version, DiLink 150, further enhancing the overall product capabilities. The new car's launch will further consolidate BYD's position in the 100,000 yuan hybrid sedan market, continuously compressing the survival space of traditional joint-venture gasoline sedans. For the brand, the Qin PLUS DM-i serves as the sales cornerstone of BYD's Dynasty Network, driving sales and penetrating the market. It complements the higher-end Qin model, completing the Qin family product lineup, and continuously solidifying BYD's position as a benchmark in the mainstream home-use new energy market. Editor's commentary: The all-new BYD Qin PLUS DM-i has officially gone on sale. As a benchmark model in its segment, the new car has iterated on design, hybrid system, intelligence, and safety. It continues to leverage the core advantages of the DM-i hybrid system, such as low fuel consumption and no range anxiety, better aligning with the actual commuting needs of ordinary families. In the highly competitive compact sedan market, the new car continues to challenge the established territory of traditional joint-venture gasoline sedans with a more balanced product lineup. Ultimately, the market performance will be determined by consumers and ongoing market testing.