BYD eMAX 9 DM-i vs Toyota bZ4X
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD eMAX 9 DM-i and the Toyota bZ4X as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: BYD Cars Philippines, via bydcarsphilippines.com.
BYD eMAX 9 DM-i
Advanced variant
- SRP
- ₱2,778,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱48,342
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota bZ4X
AWD BEV variant
- SRP
- ₱2,753,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱47,907
How they differ
- The Toyota bZ4X is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,753,000, which is ₱25,000 (1%) below the BYD eMAX 9 DM-i at ₱2,778,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the bZ4X is estimated at ₱47,907 a month against ₱48,342 for the eMAX 9 DM-i, a difference of ₱435 a month.
- The bZ4X claims the longer range (570 km against 95 km for the eMAX 9 DM-i).
- The eMAX 9 DM-i is the longer vehicle (5,145 mm against 4,690 mm for the bZ4X).
- The eMAX 9 DM-i seats 7, the bZ4X seats 5.
- They differ in powertrain: the eMAX 9 DM-i has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the bZ4X a battery-electric powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD eMAX 9 DM-iAdvanced, ₱2,778,000 | Toyota bZ4XAWD BEV, ₱2,753,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L turbo high-efficiency generator engine with permanent magnet synchronous motor | Front and rear electric motors (output front 227 PS / rear 120 PS; torque front 269 Nm / rear 170 Nm) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1500 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 271 PS | n/a |
| Max torque (differs) | 315 Nm | n/a |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 20.4 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium Ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 95 km | 570 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | UN R101 |
| Motor power (differs) | 199 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 41 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 3 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | AWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5145 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1805 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3045 mm | 2850 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 157 mm | n/a |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2470 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.7 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 50 L | n/a |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 470 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | 4-link independent | Double Wishbone |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Tyres (differs) | 235/60 R18 | 235 /50R20 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | n/a |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 6 parking sensors, cruise control | Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam, Blind Spot Monitor |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | With Brake Assist |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch touchscreen, 8 speakers | 14" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto; 8-speakers |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | 14" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch LCD | 7" Digital |
| Headlight | LED | LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | Smart entry, Push Start ignition |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 945 km; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 190 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 8.4 s | Hill-start Assist Control; Camera: Panoramic View Monitor; Parking sonar: Front: 6 / Rear: 6; Drive modes: Eco, X-Mode; Seats: Perforated Leather; Air conditioning: Fr: Auto Dual Zone Climate Control with S-flow / Rr: Rear Vent; Wireless charger |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.