BYD Song

The BYD Song (, after the Song dynasty) is a series of compact crossover SUVs produced by BYD Auto since 2015.

The Song nameplate consists of several different models. It includes the original first-generation Song, later renamed to Song Classic and was sold until 2019. Another versions are the slightly larger Song Pro was introduced in 2019, followed by the more upmarket Song Plus in 2020, a larger electric vehicle called the Song L EV since 2023, and a plug-in hybrid called the Song L DM-i. The Song nameplate is also adopted by the Song Max compact MPV. Since 2024, the Song Plus is exported overseas as the BYD Seal U and BYD Sealion 6.

Similar to other BYD models, the Song has been available in petrol, plug-in hybrid DM (Dual Mode) system, and pure EV powertrains. The petrol versions were discontinued in March 2022 as BYD ended ICE vehicle production.[1] The Song is part of Dynasty series product line, although since 2022 the Song Plus is offered through the Ocean Network dealerships.

Song (2015)

The original BYD Song debuted on the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2015, and went on sale in October 2015. It was positioned below the mid-size S6 crossover, and is BYD's first entry to the compact crossover market.[3] Prior to its introduction, the petrol-powered first-generation Song was planned to be marketed as the BYD S3, similar to the petrol powered F3 compact sedan and S6 mid-size crossover, which for its hybrid variants were renamed to the Qin and Tang using the Chinese dynasty naming system. However, BYD reversed course shortly before its launch, and S3 was named the Song for all variants including the ICE engined version, plug-in hybrid version, and electric versions.[4][5][6]

Two powertrains was offered at launch. A 1.5-litre turbo-charged petrol engine capable of producing 154 hp and 240 Nm of torque and a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine capable of producing 205 hp and 320 Nm of torque. The 1.5-litre engine could be had with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic gearbox while the 2.0-litre engine could only be had with a 6-speed DCT gearbox.[7][8] Early models with S3 badging has black graphic details on the front bumpers and regular BYD badge instead of the single body color and Dynasty-badging Song.

Later in 2018, a second facelift updating the BYD Song with the new "Dragon Face" design language.

Song DM

BYD introduced the Song DM (Dual Mode) plug-in hybrid in April 2017, following the F3DM compact car and F6DM prototype. The Song DM is nearly identical to the regular Song apart from the badging. Song DM is capable of utilizing both the HEV and EV modes with the 1.5-litre turbo engine and dual motors, delivering a range up to 80 km. The plug-in outputs up to 333 kW and a torque of 740 Nm in HEV mode and manages 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Fuel efficiency is 1.4 L/100 km.[9]

Song EV300 and EV400

The Song EV300 and the Song EV400 are both electric versions of the Song based on the regular petrol-powered BYD Song, and both use 218 hp and 310 Nm electric motors. The Song EV300 has a NEDC range of 270 km and a 60 km/h range of 300 km running on a 48 kWh battery pack while the Song EV400 runs on 62 kWh ones.[10] As for the exterior appearances, the EV300 is identical to the regular Song and Song DM, while the EV400 received redesigned bumpers.

2018 facelift

A facelift was launched in 2018 featuring the new BYD dragon face and connected tail lamps.

aka	BYD S5 (Egypt)
production	2015–2022
engine	1.5 L BYD476ZQA I4 (turbo petrol) 2.0 L BYD487ZQA I4 (turbo petrol)
motor	218 hp 310 Nm electric motor(EV300/EV400)
transmission	6 speed manual 6 speed DCT
wheelbase	2660 mm
length	4565 mm
width	1830 mm
height	1720 mm

Song (2015)

Song DM

Song EV300 and EV400

2018 facelift

Song Pro (2019)

Song Plus (2020)

Song L EV (2023)

Song L DM-i (2024)

Song Ultra EV (2026)

Song Max (2017)

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