BYD's latest offering, the Xia, is a range-extended electric minivan aiming to compete with the dominant Toyota Alphard. With its stylish design, impressive features, and competitive pricing strategy, the Xia could be a serious contender in the premium minivan segment.
The world of luxury minivan s is often dominated by the Toyota Alphard , a vehicle that has established itself as a benchmark in the segment. However, BYD , a Chinese automaker known for its innovative electric vehicles , has entered the fray with the Xia , a model that shows promise in challenging the Alphard's dominance. The BYD Xia is part of the company's Dynasty series, signifying its position in the premium or near-luxury market.
True to its aspirations, the Xia is anything but mini, stretching over five meters in length. First unveiled earlier, this is the first time BYD has officially released interior photos and specifications, sparking curiosity about its potential arrival in the Philippines.The Xia employs a range-extended electric powertrain, similar to the well-received Sealion 6 DM-i. A 1.5-liter turbocharged engine acts primarily as a generator, charging the batteries that power a single electric motor. This motor delivers 268 horsepower and 315 Newton-meters of torque, enabling the substantial minivan to accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.1 seconds. The Xia offers two battery options: a 20.39 kWh unit providing a range of up to 100 kilometers on electric power alone and a larger 36.6 kWh pack offering an electric-only range of approximately 180 kilometers. According to BYD, the total range reaches up to 1,080 kilometers based on the CLTC (China Light Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) testing methods.The interior of the Xia features a wraparound cockpit design with three screens on the dashboard, depending on the trim level. Consistent with the trend in Chinese vehicles, most controls are integrated into the infotainment system. Passengers can choose from brown-on-white or black-on-white interior color schemes. The Xia is equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems, including adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking, as standard features. Other notable amenities include seat ventilation, a full-length panoramic glass roof, and captain's chairs in higher trim levels, offering full power adjustability. A rear entertainment system screen descends from the ceiling to keep rear passengers engaged during the journey, while a mini-refrigerator in the second-row area adds a touch of luxury. In China, the BYD Xia starts at 249,800 yuan for the base model with the smallest battery, while the top-of-the-line model with the larger battery retails for 309,800 yuan. Converting these prices to local currency (excluding taxes) results in a range of approximately 1,996,000 to 2,476,000 pesos. Given BYD Philippines' history of competitive pricing, it is conceivable that these figures could be approached, assuming the Xia is introduced to the Philippine market
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