PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLEs
PHEVs combine electric and petrol power through our BYD Dual Mode (DM) Technology, prioritizing electric drive for daily commutes and seamlessly switching to hybrid mode for longer journeys.
With over 20 years of R&D, BYD is the world’s No. 1 PHEV brand with more than 7.9 million vehicles on the road globally, offering the best of both worlds. Our pioneering BYD Dual Mode (DM) Technology is an electric-first hybrid system, developed and licensed exclusively by BYD. It prioritizes electric drive using a high-power motor and large-capacity battery, with the engine providing support only when needed.
Featuring the industry’s highest engine thermal efficiency up to 46.06%, BYD PHEVs deliver exceptional energy savings, ultra-low fuel consumption, and a smooth, refined driving experience—setting new standards in plug-in hybrid performance.
DUAL MODE OFF-ROAD
Developed exclusively by BYD, the Dual Mode Off-Road (DMO) platform is a cutting-edge plug-in hybrid system engineered for off-road performance.
It integrates a body-on-frame chassis, off-road hybrid powertrain, and high-performance suspension to deliver a powerful yet efficient drive. Integrated in the BYD Shark 6 – redefining what a pickup can do: powerful, intelligent, and ready for any terrain.
PHEVS vs. HEVs: What’s the Difference?
The key difference lies in how they charge and how far they can drive on electric power alone.
PHEVs (PLUG-IN Hybrid Electric Vehicles)
Features larger batteries (10–20 kWh) that can be charged via plug or braking, delivering up to 100 km of electric-only range. They offer lower emissions, greater fuel savings, and can run fully electric for most daily commutes.
HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicles)
Features larger batteries (10–20 kWh) that can be charged via plug or braking, delivering up to 100 km of electric-only range. They offer lower emissions, greater fuel savings, and can run fully electric for most daily commutes.
The core components oF BYD PHEVs
Additional technological advancements that are only available in a BYD DUAL MODE TECHNOLOGY:
Fast & Convenient Charging
Experience the convenience of fast DC charging with BYD Dual Mode (DM) Technology. The battery can be charged from SOC 30% to 80% in just 35 minutes. There is also an AC option for charging at home.
Vehicle to Load: Practical & Fun
BYD Dual Mode (DM) models, with VtoL, can be transformed into a mobile power bank, providing power for a wide range of electrical appliances brings a refreshing, new experience to journeys.
PHEV Power Modes
Enjoy quiet journeys with excellent ride comfort, and fast responsive acceleration that is synonymous with pure-electric driving. Regenerative braking harvests energy and increases the range. Electric motor first until battery fully dies out.
When the battery power falls below the user-set charging value, the engine will automatically engage for range extension. While the Xiaoyun engine acts as a generator charging the battery, the wheels are driven by the electric motor, making HEV mode the ideal companion for extending range.
The wheels are driven by both the electric motor and the Xiaoyun engine. This mode produces fast responsive acceleration in situations such as overtaking on highways, providing high power performance. Moreover, for high-speed cruising at low charge, wheels are 100% driven by the Xiaoyun engine, reducing fuel consumption combined with economical and efficient power output.
