BYD e6 successor will be called eMax 7; India launch soon

Gajanan Kashikar Published: September 10, 2024, 11:53 AM IST

Chinese auto major BYD (Build Your Dreams) has revealed the name of its e6 successor for the Indian market. The facelifted e6 will be called the eMax 7. Internationally, the updated e6 is called the M6.

BYD eMax 7 Highlights

The letter 'e' in the name signifies the electric drive, while 'Max' emphasizes the model's improved performance, range, and features compared to the BYD e6. Whereas, the numeric '7' denotes a generational change over the current e6. As per BYD, the new eMAX 7 name also provides improved performance and a more practicality. Reports suggest that the upcoming EV may offer a seven-seat configuration, unlike the five-seat layout of the e6.

The eMax 7 (or the M6 as known in global markets) will feature a nip and tuck changes to the design to keep it looking fresh and in line with the brand's other offerings. The key updates will likely include a sharper and redesigned face with a new closed-off grille reminiscent of the Atto 3, new headlights and daytime driving lights, a new sporty front bumper, reworked taillights, and redesigned rear bumper. Newly designed and larger alloy wheels could also be on the cards.

BYD eMax 7 Interior & Features

The revamped interior of the eMax 7 is expected to boast an upmarket layout with a fresh upholstery, a new steering wheel, dual-tone colour theme, a larger infotainment system, a new centre console with a small gear selector, all-digital instrument cluster, and more.

Other key features may include a panoramic sunroof, 360deg camera, ventilated front seats, electronic parking brake with auto-hold, connected car tech, telematics, multiple airbags, ESP, hill hold assist, USB Type-C fast charging ports, wireless charging pad, driving modes, and ADAS, among others.

BYD eMax 7 Range & power output

The M6 available in other markets gets two battery packs: 55.4kWh and 71.8kWh. The former gets a 163PS and 180Nm electric motor, while the latter is paired with a 204PS and 310Nm unit. With the slightly larger battery pack, the range has gone up by 30km to 530km as per NEDC (New European Driving Cycle).

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Price (Ex-Delhi)
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Displacement
-NA-

Transmission
Automatic

Max Power(ps)
95

Max Torque(Nm)
180

Mileage
-NA-

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