BYD Qin

BYD Qin
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The BYD Qin is a series of compact and mid-size sedans produced by BYD Auto since 2012. The Qin started out as the plug-in hybrid version of the BYD Surui, and was introduced in the Chinese market in August 2012. Currently, the Qin is available as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), battery electric vehicle (BEV), and previously an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerBYD
ProductionFrom 2012
FuelPetrol
Engine power101 kW (135 hp)
COโ‚‚ (WLTP)175 g/km
Kerb weight1,579 kg

Engine power, COโ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 1 European country that registered the BYD Qin in 2025 (3 cars). Source: EEA COโ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

Generations

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the BYD Qin in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BYD recalls.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the BYD Qin have?
The BYD Qin produces 101 kW (135 hp).
How much does the BYD Qin weigh?
The BYD Qin has a kerb weight of about 1,579 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the BYD Qin?
The BYD Qin emits 175 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).