The BYD Song Pro is an A-segment plug-in hybrid (PHEV) compact SUV from the "Song" family under BYD’s Dynasty series. As a blockbuster offering in China's PHEV SUV market, it commands substantial industry influence across the global plug-in hybrid landscape. Originally introduced in 2019 and refined across multiple generational updates, the latest iteration is the 2026 Song Pro DM-i. Powered by BYD’s 5th-generation DM (Dual Mode) super hybrid technology, it is tailored as an ideal first SUV for young families, going up against key rivals such as the Geely Galaxy L7 and Chery Fulwin T8.
The 2026 Song Pro DM-i was officially launched on 23 October 2025 in three variants: Progressive, Transcend, and Excellence. With limited-time trade-in incentives, its starting price dips to RM99,800, while the standard retail price range spans between RM102,800 and RM125,800. Dimension-wise, it measures 4,735 mm long, 1,860 mm wide, and 1,690 mm tall, riding on a 2,712 mm wheelbase. Sitting 20 mm lower than its predecessor, it delivers a sleeker, more elongated road presence. By early 2026, cumulative sales of the Song series surpassed 3.8 million units, firmly cementing its market leadership in the Chinese PHEV SUV segment backed by a decade of proven track record.
Between April and May 2026, BYD expanded the line-up with the higher-spec "Feichi Edition", boosting the CLTC pure electric range to 301 km and pushing the combined driving range past 1,735 km. Priced between RM99,900 and RM129,900 for a limited period, it brings an A-segment PHEV SUV with over 200 km of EV range into the accessible sub-RM100,000 bracket.
The 2026 Song Pro DM-i carries forward BYD’s signature "Dragon Face" design philosophy. The front fascia features a semi-closed front grille flanked by sleek, smoked LED headlamp assemblies, connected by a full-width chrome trim with "Song" badging that visually broadens the vehicle's stance. An active air intake grille has been added to the lower front bumper, which automatically adjusts its louvres based on vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, and operating conditions, facilitating quick engine warm-up while optimizing high-speed aerodynamic efficiency. Along the sides, an upswept shoulder line and segmented character lines blend with a sloping roofline to create an athletic profile, while the rear features a distinctive full-width LED light bar. A new "Ice Jade Green" exterior shade, inspired by classic Song Dynasty celadon porcelain, joins the palette alongside staples like classic black, white, and Atomic Grey to cater to diverse customer tastes.
Inside, the dashboard is finished with full-width piano-black trim, centred around a large floating infotainment display. A notable upgrade in the cabin is the adoption of a steering column-mounted electronic gear selector, freeing up the centre console to create an ergonomically sound layout. This houses a 50W wireless smartphone charging pad on the driver's side, twin cup holders, and dedicated physical switches for essential functions (including start/stop, HEV/EV drive modes, park assist, windscreen demisters, and audio volume). The floating lower tier of the centre console features partitioned storage sections to neatly store folding umbrellas and charging cables separately.
The 2026 Song Pro DM-i is powered across the range by BYD’s 5th-generation DM-i super hybrid system, pairing a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine with a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor. The high-compression-ratio Atkinson-cycle engine produces 74 kW (approx. 101 PS) with a thermal efficiency ranging between 43.04% and 45.3%. The electric drive motor delivers between 120 kW and 145 kW with peak torque of 325 Nm to 330 Nm, bringing total system output to around 194 kW. Channeled through an E-CVT, it completes the 0-100 km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds and tops out at 170 km/h.
Energy storage comes courtesy of BYD’s in-house developed FinDreams lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Blade Batteries. The standard 2026 model packs an 18.3 kWh pack delivering an improved CLTC pure electric range of 133 km. The Feichi Edition offers two larger battery choices for 220 km and 301 km of EV range, with the 301 km variant packing a 34.27 kWh battery that yields an exceptional combined range of up to 1,735 km on a full tank and full charge. With a depleted battery, fuel consumption is rated as low as 3.2 L/100 km (NEDC), setting a record for the most fuel-efficient SUV globally. The range supports 18 kW DC fast charging and comes standard with a 3.3 kW Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) external power supply function, catering to outdoor and camping needs.
The 2026 Song Pro DM-i receives significant chassis upgrades, now featuring front MacPherson struts and a rear four-link independent suspension setup as standard across the board. This replaces the previous torsion beam setup, addressing past feedback on a firm ride by notably reducing rear-seat jolts over speed bumps and providing superior body roll control during high-speed cornering. The suspension has been finely tuned to absorb minor road imperfections while damping out secondary rebound over undulations and bridge expansion joints, keeping the ride composed and steady.
Higher-end variants (Feichi Edition) are equipped with the DiSus-C intelligent damping body control system, which adjusts suspension damping in milliseconds to counteract squat under acceleration, nose-dive under heavy braking, and body roll through corners. Drive is sent to the front wheels, with braking handled by ventilated front discs and solid rear discs. The Electric Power Steering (EPS) offers a light, accurate helm feel, striking a well-rounded balance between daily city commuting and relaxed long-distance cruising. The Feichi Edition also debuts a high-speed Tyre Blowout Stability Control (TSC) system, which intervenes within milliseconds during a sudden puncture by coordinating drive and braking inputs to prevent the vehicle from pulling to one side and safely decelerate.
On the tech front, the 2026 Song Pro DM-i comes standard with the DiLink 100 smart cockpit system, featuring an 8.8-inch fully digital instrument cluster. In-car entertainment is handled by a 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen on the Progressive variant, while Transcend and Excellence trims step up to a 15.6-inch floating rotating touchscreen with a 3D transparent surround-view display. The system integrates a DeepSeek voice AI model, supporting 5G connectivity, continuous natural voice commands, and comprehensive smartphone integration (including screen mirroring, navigation handover, and audio continuation), alongside in-car karaoke, onboard mini-games, and anti-motion sickness comfort modes. Full-car OTA software updates are supported.
In terms of convenience, the Transcend variant onwards adds 50W wireless fast charging, power-folding heated side mirrors, and a powered tailgate. The top-spec Excellence adds ventilated and heated front seats, power-adjustable passenger seat, and a panoramic glass roof or touch-controlled panoramic sunroof. The Feichi Edition takes comfort up a notch with an integrated smart onboard refrigerator (-6°C to 50°C dual-temp control), ventilated, heated and massaging front seats, driver’s seat power lumbar adjustment, a heated steering wheel, and 127-colour ambient lighting coupled with a premium immersive audio system. Boot capacity stands at 530 litres, expandable to 1,482 litres with the rear seats folded flat, while a completely flat rear floor ensures generous legroom for the middle passenger.
Safety is well-catered for, with the 2026 Song Pro DM-i packing 6 airbags as standard (dual front, front side, and full-length curtain airbags). Its reinforced body structure uses 73% high-strength steel paired with aluminium crash boxes, while the Blade Battery pack has passed rigorous nail penetration tests with zero risk of thermal runaway. A 360-degree HD surround-view camera with a transparent underbody view is standard, alongside active safety essentials including ESC, ABS, and Traction Control.
For driver assistance, the base Progressive trim includes standard cruise control, while mid-to-high specs come equipped with the "God's Eye" C-Tri-Ocular ADAS suite (DiPilot 100). This incorporates full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Centring Control (LCC), Traffic Sign Recognition, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Monitoring, and Highway Navigation On Autopilot (NOA) for automated cruising, lane changes, and highway ramp navigation. The hardware suite comprises 5 millimetre-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors, and 12 HD cameras (29 sensors in total) for comprehensive 360-degree environmental monitoring. The automated parking system handles perpendicular, parallel, diagonal, and unmarked tight parking spots, complete with auto-folding wing mirrors and nose-in parking modes.
The Feichi Edition can be optioned with the "God's Eye" B-LiDAR ADAS suite (DiPilot 300). With the addition of LiDAR, it unlocks Urban NOA capabilities (navigating traffic lights, evading obstacles, and executing tight U-turns), advanced highway guidance, automated ETC toll-gate passage, and over 300 automated parking scenarios. Notably, BYD backs this system with a comprehensive parking liability guarantee, covering accidental damages during automated parking manoeuvres—an industry-first consumer protection initiative.
The BYD Song Pro remains a dominant force in China's plug-in hybrid SUV market. Official sales figures reveal that the Song Pro New Energy series delivered 180,661 units throughout 2025, taking the crown as the best-selling A-segment new energy SUV of the year. Heading into 2026, Q1 deliveries reached 30,819 units, with March alone recording 14,043 units (ranking 5th among all compact SUVs); April saw 12,543 units delivered, bringing January-to-April cumulative volume to 43,362 units and placing it 3rd in the monthly compact SUV sales charts. In 2025, the Song Pro DM-i contributed approximately 20% to BYD's total brand sales, serving as an indispensable pillar of the brand's line-up.
In terms of industry significance, the Song Pro DM-i has repeatedly set new fuel-efficiency benchmarks for PHEV SUVs (down to 3.2 L/100 km), spearheading the widespread adoption of BYD's 5th-generation DM tech in the compact SUV segment. With the introduction of the DiSus-C chassis and God's Eye ADAS technology across trims, the Song Pro DM-i has further strengthened its value proposition in the RM90,000 to RM130,000 price range. As of May 2026, the model has garnered the trust of over a million families, enjoying high customer satisfaction and strong market reception. Internationally, the Song Pro is making inroads into various global markets under the "BYD Song Pro" badge as a core part of BYD’s global expansion. Combining ultra-low running costs, generous tech equipment, and ongoing product enhancements, the Song Pro stands as a benchmark in the A-segment plug-in hybrid SUV arena.
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