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Across the automotive industry, hybrids are soaring in popularity as cheaper —and less anxiety-inducing — alternatives to fully electric vehicles.

BYD's latest plug-in hybrid technology, launched in sedan versions of its Qin L and Seal 06 models, is priced from 99,800 yuan ($13,775).

The latest sedan versions of the BYD Qin L and Seal 06 models feature the Chinese automaker's latest plug-in hybrid technology. Priced from 99,800 yuan ($13,775), BUD says owners of vehicles using the new PHEV technology can save up to 9,682 yuan a year in fuel costs compared to those who drive gasoline models. With a fully charged battery and a fu...

The Seal 06 DM-i and Qin L DM-i are the first two models to feature BYD's fifth-generation DM technology, both available in five variants and with a price range of RMB 99,800 ($13,770) to RMB 139,800.

BYD showcased Tuesday the latest version of a plug-in hybrid technology that improves fuel and cost savings.

BYD's fifth-generation DM technology allows the vehicle to consume as low as 2.9 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers at low charge, with a combined range of up to 2,100 kilometers.

BYD in China launches latest plug-in hybrid technology achieving record low fuel consumption of 2.9 litres per 100 km. Unveiled by Chairman Wang Chuanfu in Xian, Shaanxi province, site of BYD's first automaking factory.

BYD launches new hybrid vehicle tech with lower fuel consumption

SHANGHAI (Reuters) -China's BYD on Tuesday launched its latest generation of a plug-in hybrid technology that achieves a record low fuel consumption of 2.9 litres per 100 km (62.1 miles) on depleted batteries. BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu unveiled the technology while speaking at an event in Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province, the site of the company's first automaking factory after it acquired Qinchuan Automobile Co in 2003. With a fully charged battery and a full gasoline tank, the technology can ensure a driving range of more than 2,000 kilometers.

Geely sold 730,000 vehicles in the January-March period, marking a 27% year-on-year growth.