The bloke from CarExpert is getting paid from Ford… That’s why he got a free Raptor.

What is your observation on speeds over 110kmph on highways - is it hard to accelerate beyond that?

i have done the all the process step by step but when i connect my usb it say the otg upgrade it sat=ys the firmware to trying to update it is the current virson in this car

Once we have done the whole process successfully if you want to add apps later on do you have to fully downgrade etc again from scratch? Also have you tried Chrome browser or samsung Internet to see if they work?

I find that Pauls mode of testing, whereby he stops the ute half way up the hills for his tests and relies on the tech to kick in to save it, doesn't really represent the way a typical 4WD person takes on these hills (not me and my friends). Pending tyre type, pressure, diff lock and low settings, etc. all will factor in to your typical traditional ute, as well as the drivers driving plan for said hill. I've seen the latest raptors struggle while the GWM Cannons cruise past, all down to the settings and driving styles. No different with this PHEV IMO.

wow your E. rate is fantastic at 3199. I'm at 3336 lowest I got is 8c/kwh

Hi, When I am driving my BYD sealion 6 on highways with HEV mode on 100% battery it's consuming battery power after 25% its started to used fuel. Is there any setting I need to change so that I can purely drive on HEV petrol, so that I can use 100% battery in the city driving. Thanks Kiran

Anyone recommends a known certified electrician to install BYD home charger?

Hoping you'd do a video of how to install the camera, soon. Lots of SL6 owners waiting on you. :)

SL6 Does not have AVAS pedestrian alert sounds on AUD vehicles., BYD confirmed this when I asked them about it.

Hi, great vid, been watching your vid before getting the sl6. Just a quick question, if i drive 60 to 65km a day, i can let it stay in ev mode, can i just set the SOC to 25% and charge it every night using the 2kw portable charger? Thanks again.

have you experienced an issue with windscreen washer nozzles which hits the screen too low? manual adjustments do not help too much, because after a while "problem" occurs again. windscreen washers are not too effective.

Sound horrible. You need to buy a mic!

how will battery degradation affect my charging habits? I always tend to find nearby shopping centres with free charging, taking a longer shopping session than I need to just to let the battery charge up of free. is this a bad habit? like reading owners manual say every six months you should completely drain the battery to 0% and recharge to 100%. how do you even achieve that?

This sounds exactly like the situation with MG cars. servicing appointment take 4+ months on a waiting list

Finally got it working! Thanks a lot. I couldnt get netflix working but youtube works. May i ask, what data is it using? My phone automatically? Or do I have to hotspot my phone?

Is that the granny charger that came with the car?

I just downgraded. And im at the part where i need to tap the hidden button lots of times... and the me u that pops up only has 3 options.. 1. Debug mode when usb is connected 2.revoke usb debugging authorizations 3. Some chinese text that i dont understand... I dont get the wireless option toggle switch that your tutorial requires me to switch on.. What am i doing wrong..??

Does anyone know what the command prompts are for windows to connect with abd wireless?

When we had our 3500klms service the oil was changed and is a scheduled oil change. The first few thousand klms on a combustion engine are the hardest klms it will ever do. BYD service departments should know whats going on with these cars. How the servicing work its after the 3500klms complimentary service, its 12 months or 20,000 klms or 10,000 HEV, whichever comea first. Yes i got paper work on the complimentry service and the oil change was included. My car has now done just over 10,000klms in total. Your video on explaining about the battery usage was absolutely the best video on KZbin.

Does anyone know if we can see the revs the petrol engine is doing? I have looked, and cant see anything.

Another awesome video 😊

bring back original Top Gear lads, they would do a good honest review.

👍🏼 Any chance to Explore the BYD wifi? What is it used for? Can we turn it off? When I try to connect my new dash cam ,BYD wifi always takes precedence! And I cannot connect the dash cam. TIA.

Did you know it's ok to wash the carpets occasionally?

The way I understand it, you'd have to occasionally charge it to 100% but not every time for LFPs. This is so that the system properly calibrates where in your graph the battery's full charge is (since all batteries degrade over time, the system 'reindexes' the SOC levels). Much like how an aircraft gyro operates, it's good at determining your location but, over time the value drifts and you'd have to sync it to a known location at some point in time to make it accurate again.

Hey have you tried keeping the accelerator pressed in HEV mode in park to switch on the idle power generation. You can manually override to switch engine on in park.

Is the latest firmware has the karaoke and waze app already? I noticed that mine went missing after doing the downgrade and upgrade. The trick worked btw.

Glad I found this video - I've got a very similar noise emanating from somewhere under my driver side wheel arches. Suspension, brakes, control arm, sway/linkages... no idea, but definitely needs to be investigated. Occurs when travelling at low speed (or at least, this is the only time I can hear it given I don't have a GoPro), and only when the wheels are turned. Seems to get worse the closer I am to full lock. My Sealion 6 is still in the break-in period (eco + HEV), with 0 rough driving. ~1000 on the odo.

Thanks for the information. I am new owner of SL6 Premium and I not tech person. I have some questions.. Q1…how much power consumption if i plugged in to 10amp wall socket from 25% to 100% Daytime with solar And night time on grid ------ Q2… Also how much cost to install the wall charger in South Australia how much power consumption if i plugged the wall charger from 25% to 100% ---- Q3… why most of the car safety features only activate in the cruise mode. --- Thanks in advance

Can we do the same process for Seagull?

What if there are no available plugin charging stations, can the engine charge the battery up to 100%? Let's say current battery is at 30% and you set the SOC to 70%, does the engine charge the battery up to 70%?

Hi, newly subscribed. Will be picking up the sea lion 6 soon. I was wondering what charging cable I should buy (and from where) to use public chargers like the one demonstrated in this video? Cheers!

I was trying to find the AVAS button that you showed but then I realized that your firmware must be older than mine (you don't even have seats ventilation icons on main screen). It looks like it's not possible to disable AVAS on 13.1.33.2407240. May I ask what your firmware is?

Awesome! Good to hear it sounds okay, not annoying or cheesy. Some guy disconnected his AVAS speaker on his Seal because he couldn't disable it permanently. But then firmware updated and it became an option. I probably should test drive the Sealion, I've watched way too many youtube videos.

Hey mate, im looking to get one of these. Just wondering is it would be great idea to buy this one? is it reliable for those people who’s on tight budget?

Any issues with the car?

You can select different sounds on the Seal, it might be the same for the Sealion?

Does the Toyota Hybrid cars sold in Australia has an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System sound?

Absolutely no sound when vehicle is not moving/stationary

Would never trust this as a 4wd and would be sketchy to take through a river crossing

Avas?

Like a few have said modern turbo cars do not need or have a cool down period. I have owned several high power and low power modern turbos and none attempted to cool the turbo after switching off. I think I have an old turbo timer laying around from my Starion days I could wire in :P . The petrol engine in the Sealion is not exactly being pushed judging by it's output figures and I never hear it rev up to say 6000rpm.

Thanks to community information I've been able to find out more information about the BYD 1.5L Xiaoyun engine (BYD472QC I4) The BYD 1.5L engine is an integral to BYD's DM-i (and DMO Shark 6 and soon other variants in Australia) hybrid technology, exemplifies the advantages of the Atkinson cycle in modern hybrid vehicles. The information below has been a copy paste from multiple sources online which use the BYD 1.5L engine. Key benefits include: Enhanced Thermal Efficiency: The Xiaoyun engine achieves a brake thermal efficiency (BTE) of 43%, positioning it among the highest in production. This efficiency is attributed to its ultra-high compression ratio of 15.5 and the implementation of the Atkinson cycle, which extends the expansion stroke relative to the compression stroke, allowing for more complete combustion and energy extraction. Optimized Fuel Consumption: The engine's design enables operation at higher compression ratios, directly enhancing fuel efficiency a critical factor in hybrid vehicles aimed at reducing fuel consumption. In practical terms, vehicles equipped with this engine, such as those utilising BYD's Super DM-i (or soon DMO) technology, have reported fuel consumption as low as 6 liters per 100 kilometers. Seamless Integration with Electric Motors: The Xiaoyun engine is tailored for hybrid applications, operating efficiently at constant speeds to recharge batteries and supply power as needed. This synergy allows the electric motor to manage acceleration and variable power demands, enhancing overall vehicle performance. Reduced Emissions: By maximising fuel efficiency, the engine contributes to lower emissions, aligning with environmental objectives and regulatory standards. Its design includes features like cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems and split cooling technology, further minimising environmental impact. Start-Stop System: The engine's architecture supports start-stop functionality, a feature that shuts down the engine during idling to conserve fuel and reduce emissions. The Atkinson cycle's design ensures quick restarts and smooth transitions between engine-off and engine-on states, enhancing the effectiveness of start-stop systems in urban driving conditions. In summary, the BYD 1.5L Xiaoyun engine leverages the Atkinson cycle to deliver superior thermal efficiency, fuel economy, and seamless integration with hybrid systems, making it a pivotal component in BYD's pursuit of sustainable and efficient automotive solutions.

Agreed my test drive of a SL6 in the back streets of Brighton with lots of speed bumps did not do it (or a Seal Premium) any favours with the soft front suspension. Test driving the same black S6 at Richmond no such concerns.

doesn't seem like the engine goes over 2500rpm in your test. it might have shared cooling with the battery and the electric motors and just uses the heat from them to heat up and cool down the engine. just a guess

should've tried launch control mode, it pre warms up the engine on standby too

Hi Can you review the sealion 6 launch mode for the dual motor. They say it can do 5.1 seconds from zero to 100kmph Here are the instructions Select sport mode Select HEV mode On the dash controller scroll to timer and click. This brings up a drag strip display with stopwatch timer, it also starts the petrol motor. Press brake pedal with left foot Mash the accelerator Release the brake.

How shaky is the byd engine too. Im concerned because by brake pedal vibrates at high speeds. also I've found myself using the aircon more than my old Toyota, What is the reliability of BYD's air conditioning systems?

Glad you giving us real experience with byd hybrid ownership. I hope everything works out