Should we expect the BYD E7 to arrive in the Philippines soon?

Electric cars are picking up slowly in the country, and BYD is one of the brands slowly taking over our roads. The carmaker just launched a new electric car in China, and it’s called the E7. With how often we’re seeing BYD cars like the Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3 on Philippine roads lately, this new EV could be something we might see here soon too.

The BYD E7 is a mid-size electric sedan with prices ranging from 103,800 to 115,800 yuan, or around P840k to P935k. It comes in three variants, and buyers can choose between two driving ranges: 450 km or 520 km (based on CLTC test standards). This model is part of BYD’s e-series for younger drivers and is also seen as a good option for taxis.

The car has a closed front end that BYD says forms a “smiley face” design. The BYD badge is placed in the center of the front, and there are raised lines on the hood. The back has a layered design, with a ducktail, long rear lights that stretch across, and extra lights near the bottom. There’s also a clear “E7” badge on the lower right of the trunk. The car uses regular pull-type door handles, showing that it’s made to be simple and affordable.

The E7’s size puts it in the mid-size sedan category. It measures 4780 mm long, 1900 mm wide, and 1515 mm tall, with a 2820 mm wheelbase. It rides on 16-inch wheels. Under the hood (or in this case, under the floor), the E7 uses a front-mounted electric motor with 100 kW of power (about 134 hp) and 180 Nm of torque. It’s paired with BYD’s Blade-type LFP batteries, available in 48 kWh and 57.6 kWh sizes. These give the car a range of 450 km and 520 km, depending on the variant. Charging is fast too, around 25 to 28 minutes using fast charging. The top speed is 150 km/h.

Inside, the cabin features a 15.6-inch touchscreen, a 5-inch digital display for the driver, and a flat-bottom steering wheel. The system runs on BYD’s DiLink 100, which powers the car’s apps and screen features. The center console has two layers. The bottom holds cupholders and storage space, while the top has some physical buttons and a slot for your phone. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, a 528-liter trunk, and a remote control for aircon and door locks.

With a decent driving range and a fair price, the E7 might be another good option from BYD if it lands here. More of their cars are showing up in the country, so who knows? While we wait, check out BYD’s available models now at AutoDeal.com.ph.