With monthly sales exceeding 500.000 units, BYD boasts a robust product lineup that meets a wide range of consumer needs. Particularly in the 100.000 to 300.000 RMB price range, BYD has leveraged its e-platform and DM hybrid technology to launch numerous models suitable for home users, reshaping a market once dominated by joint ventures and winning over more consumers to domestic new energy vehicles.
Understanding the diverse and segmented needs within the mainstream consumer range is crucial. At this year’s Chongqing Auto Consumer Festival, the latest BYD Seagull 06 GT and the 2025 Tang DM-i were showcased.
BYD Seagull 06 GT Overview
Launched in October this year, the BYD Seagull 06 GT is a mid-sized car with dimensions of 4630×1880×1490mm and a wheelbase of 2820mm. It is priced between 136.800 and 186.800 RMB. Built on the BYD e-platform 3.0 Evo, the Seagull 06 GT comes in four versions and offers three range options, with a maximum range of 605 kilometers under CLTC conditions. The model includes a dual-motor all-wheel-drive version with an impressive 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 4.9 seconds.
The Seagull 06 GT's exterior and color schemes appeal to a younger audience, incorporating design elements from the OCEAN-M concept car with a sporty aesthetic and sharp headlight design and lines. The car’s standout color, officially called "Wind-Ripple Green," has a high public appearance rate, with other options including gray, black, and beige.
The interior of the BYD Seagull 06 GT is available in Shell White and Dusk Blue, maintaining the brand's signature design language with sportier bucket seats.
Features and Trim Recommendations
The standard features are already comprehensive across the four models. For those without specific range anxiety, the 505 Haibo Plus version priced at 146.800 RMB is highly recommended. It offers a 505-kilometer range, a 400V high-voltage platform, full safety features, adaptive cruise control, L2-level intelligent driving assistance, an electric trunk, front wireless phone charging, front seat heating/ventilation, and multi-color ambient lighting. For buyers seeking higher performance and driving control, the all-wheel-drive version is the way to go.
2025 BYD Tang DM-i Overview
As a mid-sized SUV, the 2025 BYD Tang DM-i has gained widespread recognition among family users for its advanced hybrid technology and rich features. This new model uses BYD's fifth-generation DM plug-in hybrid technology, with enhanced engine and motor power, and is priced between 179.800 and 207.800 RMB.
The exterior has seen minimal changes, with subtle updates to the wheels and color schemes to enhance its sporty and fashionable look. Inside, the 15.6-inch central control screen and 12.3-inch instrument screen emphasize its modern tech appeal. The SUV offers a 7-seat 2-3-2 layout, with higher trim levels featuring heated, ventilated, and even massaging front seats, and second-row seats with adjustable fore-and-aft movement and backrest angle.
Performance and Specifications
The 2025 Tang DM-i is equipped with a 1.5T engine, achieving a combined maximum power output of 310kW, a top speed of 200 km/h, and a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 7.5 seconds. The vehicle includes a 21.504 kWh battery pack, providing a pure electric range of 115 kilometers under CLTC conditions and a total range of up to 1.150 kilometers, with a low fuel consumption of 4.95L/100km in hybrid mode.
One standout feature is the 2025 Tang DM-i's FSD variable damping suspension. The top-tier version, priced at 207.800 RMB, is the YunNian Flagship, equipped with the YunNian C intelligent damping body control system. Overall, for those with a budget of around 200.000 RMB seeking a hybrid 7-seater SUV, the 2025 Tang DM-i offers exceptional value.
For more details on these new models, visit a BYD 4S dealership. As the world’s leading new energy brand, BYD has solidified its position. So, what are you waiting for?
