The BYD Song PLUS EV is a C-segment all-electric SUV sold under BYD Auto's "Ocean Series" retail network, forming the Song PLUS New Energy line-up alongside the Song PLUS DM-i. Its lineage dates back to 2020; as another major SUV offering from BYD following the Tang, the Song PLUS model line established a strong market footing in the internal combustion engine (ICE) era. Following BYD's complete transition away from pure ICE vehicles, the all-electric Song PLUS emerged as a core pillar of the range.
The Song PLUS EV is sharply positioned as one of the few contenders in the domestic C-segment EV SUV market to sustain a prolonged sales lead in the sweet-spot "RM150,000 price bracket". Officially introduced on 19 August 2024, the 2025 Song PLUS EV is offered in three variants, priced between RM149,800 and RM175,800. Tailored for family buyers seeking a practical daily driver, key highlights include BYD's Blade Battery with a lifetime warranty on core electric powertrain components, an upgraded "Eye of the Gods" advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), and a generous cabin space. Main rivals include mainstream electric SUVs such as the GAC AION V and SAIC Roewe Marvel R. Across 2025, the Song PLUS family (including DM-i) chalked up 200,300 deliveries, with the all-electric EV variant accounting for 91,981 units.
The Song PLUS EV adopts BYD's signature "Ocean Aesthetics" design language, sporting a youthful and contemporary appearance. Up front, it features an EV-dedicated closed-off grille paired with "Sparkling Wave" matrix LED headlights and an illuminated brand emblem, providing a distinctive lighting signature at night. Along the flanks, a sharp character line runs from the headlights to the tail lamps, lending the silhouette a sleek, muscular stance. Fitted as standard are 19-inch two-tone aero-style alloy wheels, which enhance visual flair while reducing aerodynamic drag at highway speeds. At the rear, BYD's full-width LED light bar is retained, incorporating intricate "Chinese knot" motifs reminiscent of the flagship BYD Han.
In terms of dimensions, the Song PLUS EV measures 4,785 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width, and 1,660 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,765 mm. Inside, the 2025 Song PLUS EV features a tasteful two-tone "Dark Sky" and "Sandstone Beige" colour scheme, complemented by the "Heart of the Ocean" centre console and 31-colour ambient lighting to deliver an understated yet premium cabin feel. Generous use of soft-touch materials and synthetic leather across the dashboard and door trims further elevates perceived quality throughout.
The 2025 Song PLUS EV benefits from comprehensive powertrain hardware upgrades. The entire line-up features BYD's 8-in-1 electric powertrain, a heat pump air-conditioning system, and an updated high-output Blade Battery. Propulsion comes from a single front-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor in a front-wheel-drive (FWD) configuration. Two output levels are offered: the Standard variant develops 150 kW (204 PS) and 310 Nm of torque, while the Flagship variant pushes output to 160 kW (218 PS) and 330 Nm. While BYD has not published an official 0-100 km/h sprint time, its brisk 0-50 km/h acceleration of just 4.0 seconds ensures punchy low-to-mid-speed response. Top speed is rated at 175 km/h.
In terms of range, the FinDreams lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Blade Battery is available in two capacities: a 71.8 kWh pack on the Standard variant offering a CLTC-rated range of 520 km, and an 87.04 kWh pack on the Flagship variant extending range to 605 km (CLTC). Charging-wise, the Standard variant supports up to 90 kW DC fast charging, whereas the Flagship variant accepts up to 140 kW DC fast charging. Both versions can perform a 30% to 80% state-of-charge (SoC) top-up in 30 minutes.
Underneath, the Song PLUS EV rides on a conventional setup comprising front MacPherson struts and a rear multi-link independent suspension (with selected variants employing a rear three-link design). With a low centre of gravity courtesy of the underfloor battery pack (weighing nearly two tonnes kerb), chassis dynamics feel notably more planted than traditional petrol-powered SUVs. Suspension tuning is overtly geared towards plush ride comfort; dampening over speed humps and rough tarmac is supple, isolating occupants effectively from harsh road shocks. Braking duties are handled by disc brakes all round, paired with an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold.
When it comes to handling, the Song PLUS EV delivers impeccable straight-line stability, though noticeable body roll is present during high-speed lane changes or spirited cornering on tight highway ramps due to the comfort-biased damping. The steering is light and effortless in Comfort mode, gaining a touch more heft in Sport mode. All in all, it is an exceptionally relaxed and easy SUV to pilot, prioritising comfort over outright driver engagement.
Dominating the dashboard is a 15.6-inch adaptive rotating floating touchscreen infotainment display, fitted as standard across almost the entire range. It runs BYD's latest DiLink 100 operating system with 5G connectivity, featuring full-scenario voice recognition, integrated navigation desktop, online music streaming, and three-finger gesture controls. Top-tier variants also gain an active cabin air purifier with a PM2.5 filtration system for improved air quality.
On the comfort front, both the Premium and Flagship trims come equipped with heated and ventilated front seats, accompanied by a 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster for the driver. Additional equipment highlights include a 50W air-cooled wireless smartphone charger, 31-colour ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof with an electric roller blind. Acoustic comfort is also bolstered by standard dual-layer acoustic glass for the front and rear windows, providing impressive refinement at cruising speeds.
On the safety front, the Song PLUS EV is equipped with BYD's "Eye of the Gods C (DiPilot 100)" advanced driver assistance suite. Utilising a vision-focused sensor architecture, the hardware comprises 12 cameras, five millimetre-wave radars, and 12 ultrasonic sensors, backed by an in-house developed computing platform. On highways and expressways, the system enables Highway Navigation Pilot (automatic ramp entry/exit), active lane change assist, and lane centring control, executing smooth acceleration, braking, and lane manoeuvres with minimal driver intervention. In urban driving, navigation-assisted traffic light recognition enables seamless stop-and-go cruising. A standard 360-degree high-definition surround-view camera with a transparent chassis display and Automated Parking Assist (APA) further ease parking and manoeuvring in tight spaces.
Passive safety is anchored by a high-strength cage body structure, with dual front airbags, front side airbags, and full-length curtain airbags fitted as standard across the range. The active safety suite provides Level 2 ADAS functionality, encompassing Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), and Lane Departure Assist (LDA). Higher-spec variants add Door Opening Warning (DOW), Front and Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning, and a Driver Monitoring System (DMS) for fatigue detection. The vehicle also comes standard with smartphone-based remote control parking and an integrated electronic toll collection (ETC) unit for added day-to-day convenience.
The Song PLUS EV remains a dominant sales heavyweight in China's SUV sector. For the full year of 2025, the BYD Song PLUS family (including PHEVs) registered cumulative sales of 200,276 units, finishing sixth overall in the SUV sales rankings. The all-electric EV version accounted for 91,981 units, with the DM-i plug-in hybrid model delivering 108,295 units. Even as production wound down in the second half of 2025 ahead of its handover to the newer Sealion 06, the Song PLUS continued to average nearly 17,000 units monthly. On the global front, export volume for the Song PLUS New Energy series reached 166,699 units between January and August 2025, making it China's top-exported individual model. Badged as the BYD SEALION 6 EV across overseas markets including Thailand, Malaysia, and Europe, it has outpaced established global EV rivals in several right-hand-drive markets.
Overall, the Song PLUS EV is widely recognised as a family vehicle that strikes an optimal balance between everyday comfort and practicality. In a comparative ADAS benchmark test among six best-selling SUVs in late 2025, the Song PLUS EV clinched top honours with a joint-first score of 47 points for its reliable semi-autonomous driving performance. As a landmark model that spearheaded BYD's all-electric transition, and even as it hands over the baton to the Sealion 06 in showrooms, its cumulative domestic footprint of nearly one million units and a robust three-year residual value retention rate exceeding 59% solidify its place as a milestone in China's new energy vehicle history.
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