In today’s hybrid SUV market, BYD has Song Pro DM-i and Song PLUS DM-i two ace models, also equipped with BYD’s fifth-generation DM-i models, what are the main differences between them, and what kind of people are they suitable for? Now listen to the author to analyze for everyone
Aspect of appearance
The appearance design of Song Pro DM-i is relatively more calm and atmospheric, the body line is simple, the front face shape emphasizes the traditional design style, the front air intake grille and other elements of the design is more stable, with the traditional big lamp group, giving a person a sense of mature and reliable big brother.
The overall shape of the Song Pro DM-i is square, the straight line of the body is particularly tough, and the tail adopts BYD family style through the tail light design.
The Song PLUS DM-i adopts the borderless front design, which draws on the design elements of some Porsche models to make the front look more fashion-forward and highly recognizable.
Come to the side of the body, the side of the body of the line is more smooth, the roof line from the B-pillar began to slide gradually, to create a slip back type effect.
The tail design of the Song PLUS DM-i is also a penetrating tail light design, but the sense of hierarchy and three-dimensional sense is stronger than that of the Song Pro DM-i.
Interior decoration
The Song Pro DM-i uses a combination of BYD’s traditional 8.8-inch floating display and 15.6-inch rotating super large screen. The clarity and practical experience are relatively good, which is suitable for consumers who are used to using large screen operation.
Song Pro DM-i is equipped with active braking, parallel line assistance, adaptive cruise, seat ventilation and heating and other functions in middle and high models. It is a good choice for consumers who like driving assistance functions and pay attention to safety.
Song PLUS DM-i uses a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument and 12.8-inch central control large screen combination, the resolution and display effect is slightly better than Song Pro, little difference in function.
Song PLUS DM-i is equipped with multi-layer sound insulation glass, rear privacy glass, dual-zone air conditioning, on-board air purifier and other configurations in medium and high models. It also has a good performance in intelligent driving assistance, adding ELKA emergency lane departure assistance, ILCA dial-bar lane change and other intelligent driving assistance functions, after all, the price is higher. The comfort configuration is more comprehensive than the Song Pro DM-i.
The spatial aspect
The length, width and height of the Song Pro DM-i are 4650mm/1860mm/1700mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2712mm.
The length, width and height of the Song PLUS DM-i are 4705mm/1890mm/1680mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2765mm.
In terms of size, the Song PLUS DM-i has a slight advantage in space, especially the leg space and head space in the back row are more spacious. If the rear row often needs to be manned in the usual car scene, the Song PLUS DM-i will have more advantages.
In terms of power
Both cars are equipped with BYD’s latest fifth-generation DM hybrid technology, but there are slight differences in power tuning.
The training direction of Song Pro DM-i is more economical and fuel-efficient, paying more attention to driving smoothness and ride comfort, and the power performance is very smooth.
The maximum power of the motor of the Song PLUS DM-i is 160kW, and the power output is relatively stronger, the speed is faster, and the driving is more passionate.
In addition, the 2025 Song PLUS DM-i has also been optimized in the chassis adjustment, upgraded the independent suspension of the rear four links, and the handling and comfort have been improved, and the chassis is much stronger than the Song Pro.
Suggestions for purchase
The starting price of the Song Pro DM-i is lower than that of the Song PLUS DM-i. If you have a limited budget but want to own a plug-in hybrid SUV, especially for those who want to buy a model with high configuration, strong power and low fuel consumption, and are more sensitive to price, this car is a good choice.
The body size of Song PLUS DM-i is larger, and the interior space, especially the rear space and lateral space, is more spacious. The interior design and materials are stronger than that of Song Pro DM-i, and the overall texture is better. In terms of configuration, it is also more abundant, such as double glass in the front row, car karaoke function, etc. If there are many family members or they often travel with friends and colleagues, Song PLUS DM-i is a better choice.
