The topic of battery life and energy consumption of new energy vehicles has been very hot recently, so today we also came to the Changbai Mountain area to test the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model in an environment of minus 15℃. Winter performance, including vehicle energy consumption, driving experience, ride comfort and intelligent control, etc., to see whether low temperature has an impact on new energy vehicles.
This time we tested the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model, which is equipped with a SnapCloud-hybrid dedicated 1.5L high-efficiency engine.Our test this time will be conducted with full fuel and full battery. However, because the ambient temperature here is too low, the vehicle's fuel and battery cannot be fully charged. This is also for safety reasons.
We will use the HEV mode throughout this test, with the driving mode set to ECO, the air conditioner set to 26 degrees 3 windshield, and the seat heating turned on. We will use the most realistic driving to test the car's performance in extremely cold conditions.Before departure, we also reset the vehicle's subtotal mileage and meter-displayed energy consumption to zero to test the vehicle's actual energy consumption performance.
Because the daytime temperature in the Changbai Mountain area is minus 15°C in winter, there are many icy places on the road, which requires vehicles to use snow tires and the speed should not be too fast. In addition, there are many It is a two-lane mountain ring road, so our speed is basically controlled at around 50-60km/h throughout the journey.
The most intuitive feeling I feel when driving is the suspension system. The car is equipped with front MacPherson and rear five-link independent suspension, so the overall vibration filtering performance of the vehicle is fully guaranteed.When we encounter bumps, the suspension can filter out excess vibration very well, and the overall support is relatively good. There is no soft feeling in the car.
In terms of quietness, the performance of the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model is also remarkable. Although our speed is not very fast, the wind outside the car is still very strong, and the snow on the trees is blown down from time to time. Come, but we couldn't hear any wind in the car.Moreover, after replacing the snow tires, the tire noise did not increase significantly, and the noise reduction treatment of the chassis was also very good.
Many people say that cold weather will cause damage to the car and other electronic components. However, after our drive this time, there was no problem with the car system. Not only is the processing speed fast, but the voice interaction is also responsive. Just shout Just say "Hello, Xiaodi" to control the air conditioning, seats, navigation, etc., which is very convenient and safe.
In terms of smart driving, because the snow and ice on the road here are relatively serious, the ACC adaptive cruise and pilot functions are subject to many restrictions. After all, we can't see the lane lines with the naked eye, even more so. Don't embarrass the camera.However, once the road markings are clear, the system can still start working immediately, including lane keeping, etc. It can be seen that electronic components do not have a great impact on low temperature.
It is precisely because of the icy roads that our test drive distance this time was not very long. The whole journey was about 88km. As can be seen from our energy consumption meter, our comprehensive fuel consumption was 4.6L/100km. , although there is still a slight gap from the 3.9L per 100 kilometers given by the manufacturer, but considering that the vehicle can still achieve such results in such extremely cold temperatures, we are very satisfied.
Next, let’s briefly review the appearance and interior design of the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model.In terms of appearance, the new car adopts the family-style shape of the Ocean Net, and the overall design is more tense. At the same time, the details also reflect the young and fashionable side of the car.
Although the headlight unit does not adopt a through-type design, the overall shape is more like the wings of a seabird, giving people a feeling of spreading their wings and flying, and also creates the effect of thick eyebrows and big eyes.The shape of the daytime running lights is also unique. It is directly separated from the headlight group and looks full of youthful personality.
The front bumper adopts a multi-stripe shape that runs through the middle grille, using straight lines to create a stronger visual impact. It widens the front of the car and also ensures the air intake of the vehicle.Independent vent shapes are designed on both sides of the front bumper, which adds a lot of sportiness to the car.
The shape of the side of the car also reflects youth and fashion. Not only does it use the very popular fastback design, but the rising waistline also makes the whole car look more impressive.The length, width and height of the vehicle are 4980x1890x1495mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2900mm, which is defined as a medium-sized sedan.
This car is equipped with 18-inch multi-spoke wheels and uses silver and black colors, which looks sporty and fashionable enough.Paired with it are 225/50 R18 tires, which can effectively balance the vehicle's passability and comfort.In order to obtain a better drag coefficient, the car also uses a hidden door handle design.
The shape of the rear part of the car is also grand enough, and it uses a through-type taillight group. The visual effect after lighting up is also very good. The combination of dots and lines is just right, and the chrome-plated decorative strips that run through the light group are also an improvement. Improves the vehicle’s sense of class.The reversing lights and rear fog lights are designed on the rear bumper, which is also very practical.
In terms of interior design, BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model adopts Haiyang.com’s new generation interior styling, creating a young and dynamic new luxury style. In terms of materials, the car’s interior uses imitation The material is made of suede, and real rose wood is used to enhance the luxury and technological feel of the cabin.
The four-spoke flat-bottom sports steering wheel also reflects the youthful side of the car. The multi-function buttons on the steering wheel all use a combination of physical buttons and wheel scrollers, which can minimize the possibility of misoperation.The overall feel of the steering wheel is still very good, and it is light enough to operate.
The 10.25-inch full LCD instrument panel can clearly display the vehicle's driving information, including the vehicle's energy consumption, speed, gear, remaining power, remaining fuel, etc., and the instrument panel has many display methods, including full-screen maps, mini-maps, text Tips, etc., can be customized according to each driver's usage habits.
The 15.6-inch adaptive rotating floating Pad central control screen will be equipped with a comprehensively upgraded DiLink intelligent network connection system, which can not only support 5G networks, but also realize intelligent voice interaction in all scenarios.In terms of UI design, the de-layering and intelligence of the screen are also very good. Our commonly used functions are integrated at the bottom of the screen, making operation more convenient and faster.
This screen can support online navigation, online entertainment, mobile phone interconnection, remote control, voice interaction, OTA upgrade and other functions, which can fully meet our daily use needs.In addition, the vehicle's energy consumption and energy management are integrated together. After clicking in, you can easily check the vehicle's energy consumption.
Functions such as the air conditioning system, seat heating and ventilation are also integrated into the screen. The operation is simple and clear, and can be set through voice control. The convenience is relatively high.The car is also equipped with an L2 intelligent driving assistance system, which can be set by itself through the DiPilot option on the screen.
A mobile phone wireless charging panel is designed under the screen, and behind the panel is the vehicle's shift knob. The car will use an electronic shift knob, and the crystal-style design is also very high-end.Next to the gear handle are some commonly used buttons, including one-button start, drive mode switching, air conditioning switch, driving mode selection, volume switch, etc. The design of the touch screen also reflects the car's high-end and luxurious aura.
In terms of seats, we are very satisfied with the performance of the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model. The front seats not only support electric adjustment, but also have seat heating, ventilation and memory functions. In such a cold winter, the seat heating It is a very important configuration.The support and softness of the seat are also very good, and the lumbar side wings can wrap the driver well, so that you will not feel tired even if you drive for a long time.
The riding comfort in the rear row is also very good, especially the seat cushion, which is very thick overall and soft enough after you sit on it. Coupled with the ergonomically designed backrest, the ride becomes more comfortable and enjoyable. .
Summarize:
BYD's Seal DM-i model has been on the market for some time. The price range of this model is 166,800-236,800 yuan, while the price range of the 1.5L model is 166,800-186,800 yuan.As a mid-sized sedan priced at less than 200,000 yuan, the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model is outstanding in terms of configuration, battery life, space, etc., and this extreme cold challenge also demonstrated the car's battery life and Regarding the stability of energy consumption, if you want to buy or change a car in the near future, will you consider the BYD Seal DM-i 1.5L model?
