In the 100,000 RMB family sedan market, you can find traditional gasoline cars as well as well-selling electric vehicles. Some joint venture automakers in China have also made a "turnaround," launching new electric vehicle products to cater to the times. We selected representative models from different types of electric vehicles, the 2026 NISSAN N6 and the 2026 BYD Qin L DM-i, for a comprehensive comparison review.
The NISSAN N6, Dongfeng NISSAN's first plug-in hybrid sedan, officially launched on December 1, 2025. The official guide price range is 99,900-129,900 RMB, with a limited-time offer price dropping to 91,900-121,900 RMB. The entry-level price of RMB 91,900 is almost the same as the starting price of the BYD Qin L DM-i after dealer discounts.
The official guide price for the BYD Qin L DM-i is RMB 96,800-139,800, but in some regions, it starts at just RMB 92,800 after dealer discounts. The top-of-the-line version is about RMB 10,000 more expensive than the N6.
The NISSAN N6 adopts the "Wind Trail Aesthetics" design language, featuring a closed front grille paired with a slender star-ring style continuous light strip and "7"-shaped split headlights. The illuminated NISSAN logo is highly recognizable. The body follows the 0.618 golden ratio design, with a length of 4831mm and a wheelbase of 2815mm, creating a visually harmonious and expansive appearance. The rear features a simple and elegant continuous taillight design.
The BYD Qin L DM-i continues the family's "Dragon Face Aesthetics," with a wide air intake grille paired with dragon-eye headlights, creating a majestic and imposing effect. The long hood, short rear, and sloping roofline enhance the sporty feel. The taillights, incorporating Chinese knot elements, add depth and visual interest.
The NISSAN N6 measures 4831×1885×1491mm with a wheelbase of 2815mm, placing it in the standard B-segment. The longer wheelbase provides ample rear legroom, allowing even 180cm tall passengers to stretch out comfortably. The 570L trunk capacity offers high practicality.
The BYD Qin L DM-i measures 4830×1900×1495mm with a wheelbase of 2790mm. While its wheelbase is slightly shorter, its 1900mm wide body provides better lateral space and a smaller turning radius, making it more agile for city commuting.
The NISSAN N6 features AI Zero-Pressure Cloud Carpet Seats with a full-body SPA-level 12-point massage function. The seats offer dual-zone ventilation and heating for the hips and lumbar region, 14-way power adjustment, and seat memory. The center console features a wraparound design and a 15.6-inch 2.5K floating touchscreen. Extensive soft-touch materials are used, achieving certifications for skin-friendly use (for mothers and babies) and zero formaldehyde.
The BYD Qin L DM-i features a leather-wrapped three-spoke D-shaped steering wheel. It uses an 8.8-inch full LCD instrument cluster combined with a 12.8/15.6-inch rotatable center screen. The seats offer only basic comfort features, lacking advanced functions such as massage.
The NISSAN N6 is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5L engine and a multi-functional electric drive system. The electric motor delivers a maximum power of 155kW and a torque of 320Nm, achieving 0-100km/h acceleration in 6.8 seconds. With a CLTC (Clean Electric Drive) battery depletion capability, it achieves a fuel consumption of 2.79L/100km. It successfully completed a challenging circumnavigation of China from Hailar to Sanya with a fuel consumption of 2.90L/100km.
The BYD Qin L DM-i, representing BYD DM-i technology, has consistently maintained an advantage in energy efficiency, but specific acceleration data was not explicitly mentioned in the search results.
The NISSAN N6 comes standard with a 21.1kWh battery, offering a CLTC pure electric range of 180km. All models come standard with 42kW DC fast charging, charging from 30% to 80% in just 17 minutes.
The BYD Qin L DM-i is equipped with a 15.8 kWh BYD lithium iron phosphate blade battery, offering a pure electric range of 128km. Its DC fast charging power is only 23kW.
The NISSAN N6 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8775 chip and features the NISSAN OS in-vehicle system, integrating iFlytek's Starfire large model and DeepSeek. It also features a deeply customized Gaode navigation system, microphone-free karaoke, and HiCar/CarPlay/CarLink connectivity.
The BYD Qin L DM-i comes standard with the DiLink100 intelligent cockpit system, supporting 5G networks and split-screen operation. The voice assistant supports dual-zone voice recognition.
NISSAN N6 is more suitable for:
Users who prioritize seat comfort and long-distance driving experience
Daily commuters with high requirements for pure electric range
Young consumers who prefer modern, technologically advanced design
BYD Qin L DM-i is more suitable for:
Traditional users accustomed to the BYD brand and its iconic dragon-face design
Users primarily commuting in the city with high demands for vehicle flexibility
Consumers who require a balanced intelligent experience
With its 180km pure electric range, 42kW fast charging, "mobile sofa" comfort, and competitive limited-time price, the NISSAN N6 is a strong competitor to the BYD Qin L DM-i. Both vehicles have their advantages in the 100,000 RMB plug-in hybrid sedan market, allowing consumers to choose based on their personal preferences for comfort, range, and design.
As competition intensifies in the electric vehicle market, Chinese joint venture brands like Dongfeng NISSAN are demonstrating their counterattack with products like the N6, potentially leading to new changes in the future plug-in hybrid market landscape.
