Chinese electric carmaker BYD (Build Your Dreams) has launched the ''e6'' electric people mover in the Indian market. Priced at Rs 29.15 lakh (ex-showroom), it's a 5-seater MPV that will only be available for the business-to-business (B2B) segment in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Kochi, Mumbai, and Vijayawada.
The BYD e6 uses a 71.7kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack that is claimed to offer a supreme drive range of up to 520 km (WLTC cycle). It powers a 95PS electric motor that churns out 180Nm, allowing a top speed of 130kmph. Using a DC fast charger can energize its battery from 30-80 percent in just 35 minutes. It also regenerates energy from as low as 2kmph. Buyers will have to pay Rs 45,000 extra for a 7kW AC wall-box charger.
BYD has loaded the e6 with a host of premium equipment like projector headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights, LED tail-lights, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, 6-way adjustable front seats, a CN95 air filtration system, leather upholstery, adjustable headrests, and much more. It has 580 liters of boot space.
BYD offers the e6 with 3 years / 1.25 lakh kilometer warranty (whichever is earlier). On the other hand, the battery pack and traction motor of the car get 8 years / 5 lakh km and 8 years / 1.50 lakh km warranty, respectively.
Speaking on the launch of the new model, Shrirang Joshi, sales head, electric passenger vehicle, BYD India, said –
We are extremely happy to finally bring our globally tested all-new e6 to the Indian market. Focusing on safety, reliability, interior space as well as economic viability, we feel that the all-new e6 will be a hit in the Indian B2B market. We have also focused on improving the driving experience with some of the best-in-class features both in terms of driving comfort and interior features. The total cost of ownership will tremendously benefit our customers and the segment, overall. Thrilled to be a part of India’s EV revolution, we will roll out more product ranges in the future.
