BYD e6 Facelift to be Called eMAX 7 in India; Officially Teased Ahead of Launch

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle maker, is set to introduce the facelifted version of its e6 electric MPV in India, now named the "eMax 7." Ahead of its official launch, the company has teased the updated model, generating excitement in the electric vehicle market. In several international markets, it is known as the BYD M6. The eMax 7 is expected to feature design enhancements, upgraded technology, and improved performance. As one of India's few fully electric MPVs, the facelifted model aims to capitalise on the country's growing shift towards sustainable transportation. With its spacious interior, long-range capabilities, and competitive pricing, the eMax 7 will likely attract eco-conscious buyers looking for a practical yet green mobility solution. The rebranding and imminent launch underscore BYD’s strategy to strengthen its presence in India, with demand for electric vehicles rising.

The facelifted e6 MPV is already available in markets such as Indonesia, known as the BYD M6 (debuted in July this year). However, the manufacturer has decided to refer to it as the eMax7 in India, most likely due to copyright issues with the M6 moniker. Along with aesthetic improvements, the revised e6 received more features and technology. We anticipate these enhancements will make their way over to the BYD eMax7, headed for India.

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BYD eMAX 7: Exterior and Interior Details

The eMAX 7 will sport significant modifications to the fascia and rear end, but it will still have the same basic profile and dimensions as the outgoing e6. New LED headlamps will flank an enclosed grille, and the MPV's bumper will be reworked to give it a more angular appearance. Meanwhile, the rear end will also have a fresh bumper, updated badging, and a noticeable overhaul of the taillamps.

Inside the cabin, the primary modification comes in the form of a larger 12.8-inch floating touchscreen, up from 10.1-inch in the current model. The dashboard is largely unchanged in all other respects. Several features like two wireless charging pads, updated switchgear, and a drive selector lever are among the minor additions to the centre console. The eMAX 7 EV also receives a new steering wheel, but the instrument cluster's analogue dials remain.

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BYD eMAX 7: Mechanical Configuration and Expected Price

The BYD e6 is available with two different battery pack configurations in Indonesia: a 55.4kWh unit with a stated range of 420 km and a 71.8kWh one with a range of 530 km. With the smaller battery, the model generates 163bhp of maximum power, and with the larger battery, 204bhp. Both versions have a torque rating of 310Nm. This marks a substantial improvement compared to the current generation model's output of 95bhp and 180Nm.

In India, the carmaker currently provides the 71.8kWh battery for the e6, so that won't change. Notably, this larger battery has an 8 km increase in the claimed range. Whether or not the smaller battery pack will be available in India is still not confirmed.

When it comes to price, it is anticipated that the BYD eMax7 will cost more than the existing e6 model, which retails for Rs 29.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Being an electric MPV, the eMax7 will have no direct rivals in the Indian market upon launch.