BYD India e6 (Gen 1 - 2021)
Electric MPV · 4W · Launched 2021
₹29.80 Lakh (discontinued)
Ex-showroom India
Range
415 km
Battery
71.7 kWh
Top speed
130 km/h
Charge
12 hr
Power
95 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
Original BYD e6 for Indian market — initially fleet-only for BluSmart and corporate fleets. Replaced by updated e6 in 2022.
Best for
Used fleet buyers — ex-BluSmart units available at ₹12-16L
Pros & cons
+Pros
- First BYD to prove itself in India
- BluSmart fleet proved BYD reliability
- 71.7 kWh battery — massive for the time
- Available used from fleet sell-offs
−Cons
- Discontinued
- Only 95 bhp — very slow
- 2,380 kg — heaviest EV at the time
- Fleet-spec interior — not consumer-friendly
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by BYD India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
High-mileage fleet units common
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Suspension worn from fleet duty
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
Interior wear from commercial use
Reported in earlier models — BYD India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all BYD India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on BYD India platforms. We've completed thousands of BYD India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Check odometer carefully — many fleet units have 100,000+ km
- 2Battery is LFP — degrades slower than NMC
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 71.7 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 415 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 12 hours |
| Fast charge | — |
| Battery warranty | — |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 130 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 95 bhp |
| Torque | — |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2380 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | — |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of BYD India e6 (Gen 1 - 2021). Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹1.19 Lakh(4%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹32.19 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹3.28 Lakh(11%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹34.27 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹2.38 Lakh(8%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹33.38 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹2.68 Lakh(9%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹33.67 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹2.38 Lakh(8%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹33.38 Lakh |
Pune | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹2.98 Lakh(10%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹33.97 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹1.79 Lakh(6%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹32.78 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹29.80 Lakh | ₹1.49 Lakh(5%) | ₹1.04 Lakh | ₹32.48 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
ev.care expert verdict
Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
Good
BYD India e6 (Gen 1 - 2021)
₹29.80 Lakh (discontinued)
Bottom line
The BYD India e6 (Gen 1 - 2021) scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Used fleet buyers — ex-BluSmart units available at ₹12-16L. Key strength: first byd to prove itself in india. Main consideration: discontinued.
Expert ratings are based on ev.care service data, publicly available specs, and editorial assessment. Ratings may be updated as new data is available.
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