BYD Song Plus DM-i vs Song L: a Detailed Comparison
These are two very different BYD crossovers with similar names, and choosing between them means choosing between a plug-in hybrid and a pure EV. Let's compare in detail, with a spec table, and decide who each suits in Uzbekistan.
Head-to-head specifications
| Parameter | Song Plus DM-i (hybrid) | Song L (electric) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | fully electric (BEV) |
| Powertrain | electric + 1.5L petrol | electric motor(s) only |
| Electric range (CLTC) | ~90–110 km | ~500+ km |
| Total range | 1000+ km (with petrol) | electric ~500+ km |
| Charging dependence | none (has petrol) | yes (needs charging) |
| City "fuel" cost | low (electric) | low (electric) |
| Clearance | 0% duty | 0% duty |
| Platform/design | proven Song Plus | newer, more "premium" |
BYD Song Plus DM-i — plug-in hybrid
- Runs on electric in the city, charging from a socket; on a long trip the petrol engine joins in.
- Main plus: independent of charging infrastructure — "fuel up and go", 1000+ km total range.
- Full review in a dedicated guide.
BYD Song L — electric crossover
- Fully electric, on a new design platform, more dynamic and "premium".
- ~500+ km range (CLTC), fast charging, quiet and a low per-kilometre cost.
- Main plus: cheaper to run if you have somewhere to charge.
What to choose
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Frequent intercity, no home charging | Song Plus DM-i (hybrid) |
| Mostly city, has charging, minimal cost | Song L (electric) |
| Want maximum range without anxiety | Song Plus DM-i |
| Want the most modern electric crossover | Song L |
Clearance — equally favourable
Both versions clear at 0% duty: a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is treated as an EV. You pay 12% VAT + recycling fee. The final-price difference is in the cars' own prices and the recycling fee; calculate the exact figure per version in the calculator. On choosing a powertrain, see the hybrid vs EV vs petrol guide.
Verdict
There's no "right" answer — there's the one that fits your lifestyle. No stable charging and frequent long trips → the Song Plus DM-i. Home charging and a want for minimal cost and the most modern electric crossover → the Song L. Both versions are in the catalog.
