BYD F3

BYD F3
BYD F3 (2016–present)
Overview
Manufacturer	BYD
Also called	BYD Surui BYD F3 Plus BYD L3 BYD F5 Surui
Production	2005–present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact car
Body style	4-door sedan 5-door hatchback(F3R)
Related	BYD F3DM BYD Qin BYD G3 BYD L3
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L BYD473QD l4 (petrol) 1.5 L BYD473QE l4 (petrol) 1.5 L BYD476ZQA l4 (turbo petrol) 1.5 L 4G15S l4 (petrol) 1.6 L 4G18 l4 (petrol) 1.8 L BYD483QA l4 (petrol)
Transmission	6-speed manual 5-speed manual 6-speed DCT 6-speed automatic 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,605 mm (181.3 in)
Width	1,705 mm (67.1 in)
Height	1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Curb weight	1,210 kg (2,668 lb)

BYD F3 at Auto China 2014

The BYD F3 is a compact car by BYD.^[1] The F3 is one of the top selling compact cars in China. Production commenced in September 2005.

In April 2012, the second generation BYD F3 Plus, also called Su Rui,^[2] was launched at the Beijing Auto Show.^[1][3] During 2013, the BYD L3 was also introduced in several export markets as the New F3.^[4][5][6][7] Transmission choices are a 5 speed manual, 6 speed manual or 6 speed dual clutch gearbox.

In March 2014, the F3 was facelifted and started production that year. It was given a new grille, headlights, tail lights, bumpers, wheels and mirrors. Pricing starts from CN¥ 63,900 to CN¥ 70,900. It runs on a 1.5L four cylinder engine known as the BYD473QE producing 107 horsepower. This engine has been the signature for the F3 since 2011. A turbocharged 1.5L engine is also available as the BYD476ZQA producing 151 horsepower. Transmission choices for this model are 5 speed manual, 6 speed manual or a 6 speed automatic gearbox.

In February 2015, the F3 was facelifted again known as the "third generation" F3. The facelift included new headlights and tail lights, bumpers and a new dashboard available for the 2016 model year. It runs on the same 1.5 BYD473QE engine. The turbocharged engine was not available. Transmission are a 5 speed manual or 6 speed automatic gearbox. Pricing ranges from CN¥ 55,900 to CN¥ 77,900.

Specification

The BYD F3 features a 4-cylinder, 1.5-liter, Mitsubishi Orion engine (4G15S) with distributor-less Bosch ignition and fuel injection. The vehicle boasts Euro 4 emissions standards. Engine output is 78 kW (105 hp). Fuel efficiency is rated at approx 4.7 L/100 km (60 mpg_‑imp; 50 mpg_‑US). A 1.6-liter Mitsubishi Orion engine (4G18) was standard. Engine output is 73.5 kW (99 hp) while fuel efficiency is rated at approx 5 L/100 km (56 mpg_‑imp; 47 mpg_‑US). The Mitsubishi engines were then replaced by new BYD engines from 2011 onwards. The transmission MaTriX is a 5-speed manual transmission. Three point safety belts, power steering, alloy wheels fitted with 195/60 R15 tires, 4-wheel ABS disk brake system as standard, LED tail lights, and halogen headlights.

Equipment

The BYD F3 owner can choose from 3 trim packages (GL-i, GL-X, and GL- Xi). All models come with standard equipment: AC, AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo, electric windows and mirrors. Optional equipment includes upgraded leather seats, 3rd brake-light, driver and passenger air bags, auxiliary front fog lights and upgraded audio / IVI (in vehicle infotainment). Color schemes are white, black, champagne, and red, with black being most common.

Derivatives

Derivatives of the BYD F3 include the BYD F3DM (dual mode, rechargeable electric / gas rechargeable vehicle), BYD F3R(hatchback), BYD L3(Evolved version), BYD G3(Slightly larger version), and BYD Surui(Luxury version). In 2009, BYD introduced the G3 as an updated/upgraded compact class vehicle - however, the F3 will continue to be sold in domestic markets.

In March 2011, BYD reduced prices on 5 of their vehicles to address slowing domestic PRC auto sales as government incentives and stimulus wind down. The price reductions range from 5 to 15% of vehicle cost. The price-reduced models include the F0, F3, G3, F6. Several new models are due out in 2011 including a Mini-van and a HUV/CUV vehicle.

In March 2011, a review of the BYD F3DM (dual mode electric and gas vehicle) was published in the NY Times news paper. The author gave the BYD F3DM a solid, if rather utilitarian review. The price point is reported to be approximately US$20,000 after government incentives, approximately 50% cheaper than the competing Chevrolet Volt. Currently BYD is planning a dealer network in North America with the first retail outlet slated for Los Angeles, California. 5 other dealerships are expected initially.

In 2011-2013 BYD F3 was assembled in Russia, at TagAZ factory.^[8]

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  2005–2013 BYD F3 front.
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  2005–2013 BYD F3 rear.
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  BYD F3 export (BYD L3 in China).
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  2014–2015 BYD F3 facelift front.
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  2014–2015 BYD F3 facelift rear.
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  2016–present BYD F3 second facelift front.
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  2007 BYD F3R front.
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  2007 BYD F3R rear.
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  2008–2013 BYD F3R export (BYD G3R in China) front.
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  2012–2014 BYD Surui front.
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  2012–2014 BYD Surui rear.
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  2015–present BYD Surui facelift front.
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  2015–present BYD Surui facelift rear.

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