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XPeng MONA M03 vs BYD Qin Plus EV

XPeng MONA M03 vs BYD Qin Plus EV

XPeng MONA M03 and BYD Qin Plus EV are compact electric sedans. Both use electric powertrains for daily commuting and short highway travel. XPeng MONA M03 targets urban buyers who want technology features and efficient city driving. BYD Qin Plus EV targets buyers who want balanced range, practicality, and value in a family EV.

Range comparison shows differences. XPeng MONA M03 focuses on city range with efficiency for short to mid distance travel. BYD Qin Plus EV offers longer range suited for extended daily use and highway trips. Charging differs. XPeng uses standard AC and public DC options. BYD Qin Plus EV supports AC and faster DC options with broader compatibility for quick top ups.

Price positioning places XPeng M03 below BYD Qin Plus EV. BYD Qin Plus EV sits above in price due to larger battery and extended range. XPeng M03 sells mainly in China and select regions. BYD Qin Plus EV also sells in China and some export markets. This comparison helps you choose between urban focus and broader range needs.

QUICK VERDICT

Choose XPeng MONA M03 for city centric use and tech features. Choose BYD Qin Plus EV for greater range and everyday flexibility.

PROS AND CONS

XPeng MONA M03

Pros
Efficient city range
Lower price
Tech rich cabin

Cons
Shorter driving range
Smaller charging network

BYD Qin Plus EV

Pros
Longer electric range
Faster charging support
Practical for daily and highway use

Cons
Higher price
Larger footprint for parking

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	XPeng MONA M03 BYD Qin Plus EV

Price	$16,000.00 $12,500.00
Our Rating	5.7 5.5
Brand	XPeng BYD
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

M03 515
M03 620
M03 502 Max
M03 600 Max Qin Plus EV
420 km and 510 km range versions; also higher-power versions (~150 kW) in some markets

LAUNCH

Announced	August 2024 February 2024
Status	In production In production / current as a BEV model
Country of origin	China China
Base Price	16,900 to 19,800 USD From ~ US$ 12,600 up to ~US$ 23,000 in China depending on trim.

PERFORMANCE

Power	188 hp FWD 215 hp FWD on higher trims 100 kW (≈ 136 hp); front-wheel drive (single electric motor) for most trims; some higher-power (~150 kW ≈ 204 hp) versions in special trims
Torque	225 Nm 250 Nm on higher trims 180 Nm for the 100 kW version; ~250 Nm for higher-power version.
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 to 7.8 seconds 7.3 seconds for standard EV version; the higher-power versions likely faster
Max Speed	155 to 170 km/h 130 km/h for standard trims; some versions list up to ~150 km/h.

BATTERY

Capacity	51.8 kWh 62.2 kWh Two main: 48 kWh and 57.6 kWh; in some versions larger (~72 kWh) for longer range trims.
Tech	LFP Lithium-Iron-Phosphate (LFP), Blade Battery technology.
Range	320 to 385 miles (CLTC) ~ 420 km for 48 kWh; ~ 510 km for 57.6 kWh version.
Consumption	11.5 to 11.8 kWh per 100 km ~ 11.6-12.5 kWh/100 km depending on version
Recuperation	Standard regenerative braking
Heat Pump
AC Charging	6-8 hours for full charge depending on charger power
DC Charging	30 to 80 percent in about 26 minutes 30-80% in about 0.5 hours (≈30 minutes) for fast DC charging
Others	High thermal stability due to LFP chemistry

BODY

Type	5 door liftback 5 seats 4-door sedan / 5 seats
Platform	XPeng compact EV platform Built on BYD’s e-Platform / Blade battery architecture / new generation EV platform.
Dimensions	Length 4780 mm Width 1896 mm Height 1445 mm (L×W×H) 4765 × 1837 × 1515 mm
Drag Co-Efficient	0.194 Cd
Wheelbase	2815 mm 2718 mm
Weight	1660 to 1740 kg 1,586 kg (for 420 km version) and ~ 1,657 kg for 510 km version
Suspension	MacPherson front Torsion beam rear Front: MacPherson Independent; Rear: Multi-Link Independent in higher trims
Wheels	18 or 19 inch 215/55 R17
Trunk/Boot	621 liters Up to 1602 liters with seats folded
Others	Focus on aerodynamics and interior space

DISPLAYS

Centre	15.6 inch touchscreen Rotating touchscreen ~ 12.8-inch in some trims
Driver's Display	Small digital screen on select trims
Others	Snapdragon 8155 chipset Some trims have voice control, wireless charging, panoramic 360° camera etc.

COMFORT

Seats	5 seats Heated and ventilated front seats on higher trims 5 seats; material varies by trim (cloth / leatherette in higher trims)
Roof	Panoramic glass roof
Parking Aids	Cameras Ultrasonic sensors Radar Likely 360° camera in some trims; parking sensors/radars in higher versions.
Connectivity	Voice control Over the air updates Voice control; wireless charging; infotainment via rotating touchscreen; standard connectivity features.
Others	Minimal physical buttons Advanced driver aids in higher trims; good cabin features; climate control with heat pump system etc

SAFETY

Airbags	Airbags Multiple airbags
Driving Aids	Adaptive cruise control Lane keep assist Automatic emergency braking Versions with lane-keeping, adaptive cruise control are mentioned in some listings.
Self Driving	XPeng XNGP on Max trims Some L2-level assistance in higher trims: lane keeping, adaptive cruise, assisted parking etc.

Note

Others

Designed as a high efficiency affordable EV Heat pump helps improve efficiency in cold or mild climates.
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Trim differences matter: higher-power / longer-range versions cost more, weigh more.
Range figures are CLTC standard; real-world (WLTP or local) likely lower.
Charging speed depends heavily on charger availability.