A new choice for young people! Comparison of BYD Qin PLUS DM-i with Honda Civic E： HEV

　　The A-class car market, with its close relationship with the home market, has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times, and all major automobile manufacturers are heavily guarded here. After entering the new energy era, the importance of A-class cars has not declined. On the contrary, with the help of new energy, it has become a concentrated place for joint ventures and independent brands, and many heavy models appear on stage every month.

　　On August 26th, the brand-new Dongfeng Honda E: HEV was officially listed at Chengdu Auto Show, with a price of 159,900 yuan. There is little difference between the new car and the fuel version, mainly according to the user’s taste, a hybrid version is introduced to meet consumers’ yearning for a low-energy life. So, what is the product strength of Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV? Can it integrate into the domestic market with abnormal involution? To this end, Che Shu found an Ivy product in the A-class market of new energy, with a price range of 11.18-17.58 million, which is highly coincident with consumer groups and Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV. By comparing the two models, we can know the specific product performance of Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV.

　　Appearance: the collision between fashion and sports

　　Qin PLUS DM-i is more comfortable.

　　The appearance of Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV has not changed much, which basically continues the shape of the conventional fuel version, adopting a large-size blackened trapezoidal grille and adding a banner-type middle net inside. The wings are matched with the diversion groove wrapped in smoked black, which has a strong sense of movement. In terms of light group, Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV uses the oblique long LED headlight group to stretch out the impact effect of the front face, and with the relatively low-voltage front face, it has a strong sports color.

　　On the side, Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV is very coupe-like. Use the rising double waistline body, slender front face and sliding back roof to create a fashionable look and feel.

　　In terms of space, the length, width and height of Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV are 4674/1802/1415mm, and the wheelbase is 2735mm, which is the same as the regular version, but there is not much pressure in the internal space. The wheelbase of 2735 mm can also provide users with ample rear space.

　　In terms of comfort configuration, Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV is quite satisfactory, and there are not many bright spots. It can provide the electric adjustment of the main and auxiliary drivers, front seat heating, automatic air conditioning and rear seat air outlet for the top model. However, the middle and low models are relatively conventional, and there are not many black technology products.

　　On the tail side, Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV is still full of movement. The three-dimensional taillight group with color matching, with large-size blackened tail wing, shows super high youthful and lively color.

　　Besides, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i, its appearance language generally retains BYD family style. Chrome-plated grille with large mouth, built-in lattice mesh and "wheat ear" headlight group with two wings show fashionable and exquisite colors.

　　On the side, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i waistline is mainly rounded, and it has a strong recognition with young elements such as sliding roof and chrome trim, which is nothing like an entry car with a price of 100,000 yuan.

　　In terms of space, the length, width and height of BYD Qin PLUS DM-i are 4765/1837/1495 mm and the wheelbase is 2718 mm respectively. The space is basically the same as that of Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV, mainly because of its higher length and richer leg space.

　　In terms of comfort configuration, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i also provides electric adjustment of the main and auxiliary drivers, front seat heating, rear seat heating, automatic air conditioning, temperature zone control, etc. for the top models, but the price is 10,000-20,000 yuan cheaper, and the cost performance will be more obvious.

　　On the tail side, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i still takes a rounded route, and the through taillight group is also very recognizable.

　　Power: civic e: HEV output is more abundant.

　　Qin PLUS DM-i focuses on fuel economy

　　Dongfeng Honda Civic E: HEV is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 149kW and a maximum torque of 182Nm, which is matched with the E-CVT continuously variable gearbox. The maximum speed is 180 km/h, which is slightly weaker than the regular version. The comprehensive fuel consumption of WLTC is 4.47L/100 km, which has more obvious advantages in fuel economy.

　　Besides, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i, its hybrid version of the engine has a maximum power of 81 kW and a maximum torque of 135 Nm. The maximum power of the motor is 132 kW and the maximum torque is 316 Nm. It is matched with an E-CVT continuously variable gearbox. The comprehensive fuel consumption of NEDC is 0.7-1.2L/100 km, and the acceleration time of 100 km is 7.9 seconds. On the whole, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i puts more emphasis on fuel economy, which can help users ease the burden of car use.

　　Che Shu concluded

　　First of all, the product performance of the two models is very brilliant. Even in the domestic market where the mixed competition is extremely fierce, it has a high advantage. Whether it is power output, fuel economy, or space and comfort, which are most important in the A-level market, users can be satisfied with the answer. However, from the above comparison alone, Uncle Che recommends that you choose BYD Qin Plus DM-I. First, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i is more comfortable in space and has more kinds of configurations. Second, BYD Qin PLUS DM-i has excellent fuel consumption, which can greatly reduce the economic pressure of users and has high adaptability to the home market.