BYD introduces a rooftop SUV integrated with an aerial drone.
Unveiling the Game-Changer: The BYD Sealion 07 DM-i
Encounter the future with the much-anticipated BYD Sealion 07 DM-i, set to steal the show on May 8. This hybrid crossover, available for pre-order, boasts a price range of 189,800 to 229,800 yuan, roughly equating to 2.1 to 2.6 million Russian rubles.
Sporting a stunning 4880 mm length and a 2820 mm wheelbase, the Sealion 07 DM-i turns heads with its "Ice World" dashboard, boasting two digital displays of 10.25 and 15.6 inches. But what sets this vehicle apart is the retractable rooftop box that houses a drone.
Under the hood, the Sealion 07 DM-i hums with a powertrain based on a 1.5-liter gasoline engine, available in two variants – a front-wheel-drive option packing 272 hp and an all-wheel-drive version offering a whopping 475 hp. The electric range hits 150 and 135 km, respectively, with a maximum range of 1320 km.
Meanwhile, Audi has reportedly unveiled the new E5 Sportback hatchback at the Shanghai Auto Show, a collaboration between German automaker Audi and Chinese state-owned conglomerate SAIC. The electric vehicle, built on the new Advanced Digitized Platform, showcases the brand's lettering instead of the traditional ring logo and offers power ranging from 300 to 787 hp. The electric range is up to 770 km with both rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive options available, making it an exclusive addition to the Chinese market.
Recently, Gazeta.Ru listed 10 new models from the Shanghai Auto Show, making it clear that the future of automotive innovation is here.
(Enrichment Data: BYD Sealion 07 DM-i offers a DM-i hybrid system featuring a 1.5L petrol engine and a single electric motor, or a dual-motor DM-p variant with a combined 469 hp. The battery is a 26.6 kWh LFP battery from BYD Blade, promising a fuel efficiency of 4.7 L/100 km and a combined range of 1,320 km. Advanced technology includes a rotatable 15.6-inch infotainment screen, HUD, 360° camera, and panoramic sunroof. LiDAR option enables city/highway navigation, obstacle avoidance, and automated parking. The vehicle boasts D-pilot 300 Gods IB, an advanced driver-assist system with traffic light recognition and lane-changing autonomy.)
(Comparison: The BYD Sealion 07 DM-i offers a plug-in hybrid configuration with rapid charging via DM-i architecture and city-focused autonomy. In contrast, the Audi Q4 E-Tron Sportback is a pure-electric vehicle focusing on luxury branding, build quality, and established EV performance.)
(Standout Features: A key advantage of the Sealion 07 DM-i lies in its cost-effective electrification and city-focused autonomy, while Audi concentrates on premium interior materials and established EV performance.)
- The BYD Sealion 07 DM-i, with its DM-i hybrid system, is priced between 189,800 to 229,800 yuan and is available for pre-order, offering a distinctive blend of 'technology' and 'lifestyle' in a 'cars' package.
- One of the unique features of the Sealion 07 DM-i is its retractable rooftop box, a 'gadgets' compartment that houses a drone,showcasing its hybrid nature as a 'sealion' in the sea of conventional vehicles.
- While the Sealion 07 DM-i boasts a captivating 'dashboard' with dual digital displays, the Audi E5 Sportback unveiled at the same show sports a new Advanced Digitized Platform, emphasizing on the brand's lettering rather than the traditional ring logo.
- The Sealion 07 DM-i, with a 150-135 km electric range, is a cost-effective electrification solution, making a strong case for 'hybrid' vehicles in a market typically dominated by 'cars'.
- The Shanghai Auto Show, as per Gazeta.Ru, revealed a variety of 'cars', including the Sealion 07 DM-i and Audi E5 Sportback, showcasing a shifting 'technology' landscape in the automotive industry, with focus on hybrid, electric, and connected vehicles.
