Thursday, July 30, 2015

Car Profiles - BYD L3

BYD L3

Battling it out in the Vios and City class is the L3 which has amenities for under 720k such as a reverse parking system and GPS navigation. Though the price is tempting, better be cautious first.

The Good: Tempting ownership proposition
The Bad: Reliability is questionable

Price Range: P598,000-P718,000
Our Rating: ***



OWNERSHIP DETAILSGS-iGL-i
PriceP718,000P598,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineBYD473QB 1.5 SOHC 16V L4BYD473QB 1.5 SOHC 16V L4
Horsepower107hp @ 5,800rpm107hp @ 5,800rpm
Torque144Nm @ 4,800rpm144Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemMulti Port Sequential Fuel InjectionMulti Port Sequential Fuel Injection
TransmissionDual Clutch Transmission5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
DIMENSIONS
Length4,568mm4,568mm
Width1,716mm1,716mm
Height1,480mm1,480mm
Wheelbase2,615mm2,615mm
Curb Weight1,210kg1,210kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMcPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Front BrakesDiscDisc
Rear BrakesDiscDisc
Tires195/65 R15195/65 R15
Wheels15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags22
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: Parking Radar, Reverse Imaging SystemNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsYesYes
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Chrome Door Sill TrimBody Color Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel Material
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherLeather
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneDriver Foot Rest, Smart Key System, Engine Start/Stop Button
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX with DVD and GPS NavigationAM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/AUX
Speakers64
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioNone
AlarmYesYes
Keyless EntryYes Yes
RIVALSChevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda City, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Mazda 2, Nissan Almera, Toyota Vios