Al-Futtaim rolls out three new BYD EVs: Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company has introduced three new BYD electric vehicle models in the UAE, according to a press release. Customers will receive an eight-year 150k km battery warranty and a 6 year (or 150k km) vehicle warranty on each of the luxury sedans and SUVs, according to the company’s website.

BYD Seal: This dual motor electric sedan starts at a price tag of AED 194.9 k and generates 523 horsepower, with 520 km range. The BYD Seal can go from 0-100 km in 3.8 seconds and is equipped with curtain airbags, a heads-up display, and shock absorbers. The sedan is the world’s first car equipped with cell-to-body (CBT) technology which integrates battery cells into the body of the car instead of being contained in a battery pack, according to EV Life. CBT allows more efficient weight distribution and protects battery cells.

BYD Song Plus: The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV BYD Song Plus is available for AED 119.9k, has all-wheel or front-wheel drive systems, and can hold a 1k km range. The electric motor generates 197 horsepower using a lithium iron phosphate battery.

BYD QIN Plus: The company’s third newly released model is the BYD QIN Plus, a plug-in hybrid sedan with an AED 91k price tag. The electric motor generates 197 horsepower and its battery capacity reaches 18.3 kW/h. Its design features a hexagonal profile for enhanced air intake, auto LED headlights, keyless entry and start, and cruise control.

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