BYD India has launched the new electric MPV eMax in the Indian market. This is the facelifted version of the BYD E6 electric MPV, which has been introduced with a new name, updated design, new features and better range than before. BYD claims that this car covers a range of 530 kilometers on a single full charge.
The electric MPV is offered in two variants namely Premium and Superior. Its starting price for the 6-seater premium is Rs. 26.90 lakh and for the 7-seater superior variant Rs. 29.90 lakh has been kept. These prices are introductory, ex-showroom across India. The eMax 7 is priced Rs 2.25 lakh less than the BYD E6.
There will be a battery warranty of 8 years or 1.6 lakh kilometers The electric MPV comes with a battery warranty of 8 years/1.6 lakh km and a motor warranty of 8 years/1.5 lakh km. In India Rs. There is no electric car directly competing with the BYD eMax 7 in the sub-30 lakh price segment. However, it can be purchased as an electric alternative to the Toyota Innova Hicross and Toyota Innova Crysta.
Exterior: Four color options available The BYD eMax 7 gets updated LED headlamps and an ATO 3-like grille. The company has also updated its bumper and its headlamps have received new interior lighting elements. The car's body shape is similar to the E6, but it gets new 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. Sleek LED tail lamps are featured at the rear, flanked by a thin chrome strip. The electric MPV is available in four color options. These include Quartz Blue, Cosmos Blue, Crystal White and Harbor Grey.
Interior: Dual tone black and brown interior theme will be available The cabin of the BYD eMax gets a dual-tone black and brown interior theme. The dashboard of the car is all-black in color with a chrome strip to give it a sporty touch. The car is offered in 6 and 7 seater options and has brown leatherette upholstery in the seats.
Its door pads are also covered in soft-touch leatherette. Chrome inserts are provided on the steering wheel. These chrome elements are also found on the AC vents and doors. Ambient lighting is also provided on its doors. Its driver's seat is electrically adjustable in 6 ways, while the co-driver's seat is electrically adjustable in 4 ways.
Performance: Range up to 530 km on a full charge The BYD eMax 7 comes with two battery pack options. The premium variant has a 55.4kWh battery, which offers a range of 420km on a full charge. At the same time, the Superior variant has a 71.8kWh battery, which gives a range of 530km on a charge.
Both variants of the eMax 7 come with a 7kW AC charger. At the same time, a DC fast charger of up to 89kW is supported for the Premium variant and up to 115kW for the Superior. The eMax 7 also features vehicle-to-load charging, which can power other devices.
Specifications: 6 airbags and 360 degree camera A 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless charging and a digital driver display are available. For safety, it has six airbags, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS technology in the Superior variant. Both the variants offer key features like cruise control, automatic climate control.
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