Introducing the 2024 BYD Frigate 07, a rugged and refined mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV from BYD’s Ocean Series that pairs a practical 5+ seating layout with the flexibility of DM-i hybrid efficiency. For buyers who are not yet ready to go fully electric — or who need worry-free long-distance capability — the Frigate 07 is a compelling, versatile choice.

Design is confident and muscular: a bold closed grille with chrome accents, slim LED headlamps, pronounced wheel arches and a high shoulder line give it proper SUV presence, while the full-width LED taillight bar and integrated roof spoiler add a contemporary finish. At 4,820 mm long with a spacious 7-seat-capable body, it offers genuinely flexible family transport.

Under the skin, the Frigate 07 uses BYD’s acclaimed DM-i plug-in hybrid system: a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine (102 kW) works with a 145 kW electric motor and an 18.3 kWh LFP Blade battery. This delivers up to 100 km of pure-electric WLTC range for daily zero-emission running, while the combined petrol-plus-electric setup stretches total range beyond 1,000 km — making cross-country trips effortless. The FWD version accelerates from 0-100 km/h in about 8.5 seconds, with a top speed of 180 km/h, and supports both AC and DC charging.

Inside, the Frigate 07 is impressive for its price point: a large rotatable touchscreen running BYD DiLink, a digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charging, and a versatile cabin with foldable rear seats for flexible cargo space. A comprehensive safety and driver-assistance suite — including adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and parking sensors — rounds out a very appealing package.

Big, clever and ultra-flexible, the 2024 BYD Frigate 07 DM-i is the ideal family SUV for those who want electric-level efficiency with full petrol flexibility — no compromises, no range anxiety.