Back in November 2021, Chinese electric carmaker BYD (Build Your Dreams) launched the e6 MPV in India exclusive for business-to-business (B2B) purposes. Now, the EV maker has made the 5-seater people mover available for private registration as well. Priced at Rs 29.15 lakh (ex-showroom), it is a worthy greener alternative to ICE-powered MPVs like Toyota Innova Crysta and Kia Carnival.
Powering the BYD e6 is a single-speed permanent magnet type AC electric motor (95PS/180Nm), mated to a 71.7kWh lithium-ion phosphate battery pack that offers a claimed range of up to 520km (WTLC cycle) in the city on a single charge. The brand offers its battery pack with 8 years / 5 lakh km warranty.
The BYD e6 EV can be charged by a fast charger as well as a normal AC charger. Using a 60 kW DC fast charger can juice up its battery 100 percent in just 1.5 hours, whereas a 40 kW AC charger will take around 1.8 hours for the same. Buyers can also purchase a 7kW AC wall-box home charger at Rs 45,000.
Since the MPV was primarily designed to meet the long-range requirements of fleet operators, it comes with essential features only, such as projector headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), 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, auto AC, rear AC vents, electric tailgate, keyless entry system, and electric parking brakes. Interestingly, it also features two levels of regenerative braking that start from as low as 2kmph.
Passenger’s safety is ensured by 4 airbags, ABS, electronic stability control, hydraulic brake assist, tyre pressure monitoring system, hill start assist, ESP, ISOFIX child seat mounts, rear parking sensors, and a rear-view camera.
