The Xia uses BYD's signature powertrain (DM-i), which was used in the Sea Lion 6 mid-size SUV. It combines a 154-horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 268-horsepower electric motor; with a 20.4kWh battery pack, it provides a driving range of around 80km (on electric power alone).
The Xia measures 5,145 mm x 1,970 mm x 1,805 mm (length x width x height). Meanwhile, the overall dimensions of competitors such as the Kia Carnival (5,155 x 2,010 x 1,775), Maxus G90 (5,280 x 1,998 x 1,845), Zeekr 009 (5,209 x 2,024 x 1,812), Xpeng X9 (5,293 x 1,988 x 1,785) and GAC Trumpchi E9 (5,193 x 1,893 x 1,823). Based on these measurements, the Xia has the shortest wheelbase.
The exterior of the Xia stands out with a large chrome grille; the rear of the car has a small roof spoiler and a modern horizontal taillight system. The interior is designed by the company for 7 seats with a 2 + 2 + 3 seat arrangement. The center console includes a row of physical buttons, a wireless phone charger and 2 cup holders.
According to the company, the second row of seats in the new model has a zero gravity mode, which helps to adjust the spine to a comfortable position. Other features include: electric footrests, heating, ventilation and massage functions. Second row passengers also have a large screen mounted on the ceiling of the car and a refrigerator.
The third row of seats also offers comfort with heating and ventilation features. In particular, the car can move 10 cm to expand the trunk space and can be folded flat - a rare feature in the minivan line.
BYD said the Xia model is expected to go on sale in China in the first quarter of 2025. The price of the hybrid MPV is 38,400-43,800 USD (about 978 million - 1 billion 116 million VND).
Among Xia's competitors, the GAC Trumpchi E9 is currently one of the fastest plug-in hybrid electric minivans (PHEVs), with a charge time of 30-80% in about 8 minutes; the Zeekr 009 and Xpeng X9 are both pure electric MPVs, with only the Kia Carnival being similar to the BYD Xia with a pure hybrid system.
