BYD F3DM
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The BYD F3DM (Dual-mode) is a plug-in hybrid compact sedan manufactured by BYD with an all-electric range of 60 kilometres (37 mi) and a hybrid electric powertrain that can extend the range an additional 480 kilometres (300 mi).[3] The F3DM is the world's first mass-produced plug-in hybrid automobile and went on sale to government agencies and corporations in China on December 15, 2008.[2][4][5] During its first year in the market the F3DM plug-in sold only 48 vehicles.[6] Sales to the general public began in Shenzhen in March 2010,[7][8] and 417 units were sold during 2010.[9] Cumulative sales in China reached 3,284 units through October 2013, when sales ended,[10][11][12] and only 11 units were sold in Europe through October 2012.[13]
BYD F3DM | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | BYD |
Production | 2008–2013 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Plug-in hybrid sedan |
Body style | Sedan |
Related | BYD F3 BYD G3 BYD L3 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.0 L BYD371QA I3 Aluminum Engine[1] |
Electric motor | Two permanent-magnet Synchronous Electric Motors, 25 kW (34 hp) and 50 kW (67 hp)[1] |
Transmission | Electric Automatic |
Hybrid drivetrain | PHEV |
Battery | 16 kWh LiFePO4 battery pack[2][3] |
Range | 480 km (300 mi) |
Electric range | 60 km (37 mi) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,600 mm (102.4 in) |
Length | 4,533 mm (178.5 in) |
Width | 1,705 mm (67.1 in) |
Height | 1,520 mm (59.8 in) |
Curb weight | 1,560 kg (3,439 lb) |
Chronology | |
Successor | BYD Qin |
A testing program was launched in the U.S. in December 2010 with the participation of the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA).[14] The F3DM was expected to go on sale in the U.S. in 2012 at a price of US$28,800 before any government incentives.[3] In October 2011 BYD announced that retail sales will be delayed due to the lack of charging infrastructure.[15]
In April 2012 BYD announced that due to its low sales, the F3DM was to be replaced by the BYD Qin (pronounced “Chin”) plug-in hybrid, which was unveiled at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.[16][17][18] Qin deliveries in China began in mid December 2013.[19] As of May 2013[update], the F3DM was no longer in production, but the remaining stock was sold by October 2013.[20]