BYD eMax 7 Expert Review

Exterior:

The BYD eMax 7 comes with a pure-flowing design aesthetics without using many opposing elements. The fascia is a resonance of this statement; it comes with simplistic body-coloured panels with an element of silver treatment, which houses the BYD logo. Further, it gets a well-sculpted and sloping bonnet line that merges with the sharp-edged crystal LED multi-pod lighting uniquely. There are also aerodynamic and sculpted air intakes at the lower bumper region. These provide the eMax 7 with a simple but effective design appeal true to BYD’s original design DNA.

However, there is also an opposing appeal among customers due to its van-like styling. We feel that although the design features contemporary elements, it could have features more sharp design language to suit the tastes of new-age customers in India. That said, it still has decent contemporary design elements to attain the tagline of a premium MPV for the Indian market.

Moreover, the eMax 7 gets highly appealing paint schemes that blend with the design, providing a luxury appeal. Speaking of which, there are precisely four distinct colour options on offer that suit different customer trends: quarts blue, cosmos black, crystal white and harbour grey. These unique colour palettes make the BYD eMax 7 a premium and luxury MPV suited for diverse customers.

Towards the sides, the BYD eMax 7 gets an MPV silhouette measuring 4170 mm in length and featuring a 2800 mm wheelbase. Also, the clean, contoured lines used on the side provide the eMax 7 with a much stronger stance. These character lines provide the BYD eMax 7 with a significant high-strength MPV appeal. The alloy wheels wrapped around 225/55 R17-sized tyres complement the premium nature of the MPV, ensuring it is a style statement from this angle.

At the rear, the BYD eMax 7 flaunts connected LED taillights placed across the full width of the rear section, featuring a dynamic sequential turn indicator setup. The prominent roof spoiler, as a seamless continuum to the glass area, sets the rear end bold in appearance, all while nurturing simple design attributes such as BYD badging and reflector elements to stay unique in appeal.

Interior:

The interior section features seamless tech integrations, adopting a dual-tone upholstery and trim theme to set the tone for the signature BYD luxury. The seating layout carries forward this BYD trait, featuring brown and black synthetic leatherette upholstery. To suit the specific tastes of customers, the eMax 7 comes in a 2nd-row captain seat arrangement or 7-seater configuration. The 7-seater layout is made available with a 60:40 split seat arrangement for better space.

Further, the dashboard is designed with respect to the exterior elements, following the simple but luxurious design approach. In fact, the dashboard features soft-touch elements, followed by a glossy black centre console, boasting a glass-like gear shifter. Additionally, the steering wheel comes with black and silver elements, providing the same luxury appeal, not enough stressed.

The use of multiple switches on the centre console is also a neat addition, which makes the BYD eMax 7 more user-friendly. However, the cabin design to us remains overly simple, even though the layout features digital integrations; also, the digital text on the screen is too small, which can cause difficulties for older persons. Nevertheless, the cabin and cockpit are the places where users will love to be, thanks to the comfortable seating arrangement and multi-tech feature integration.

Build Quality:

The overall build quality and finishing of the panels and body fitments are up to par with BYD’s design appeal. The textured feel of the dashboard elements is also top-notch. The setup of the cabin elements is ideal, featuring ergonomic layouts. The surface treatment of the upholstery and steering wheel feels top-class. The body panel alignments are perfect, true to its premium identity.