BYD S7
Solar Transport and Automotive Resources Corporation
(STAR Corporation), the authorized distributor of BYD automobiles celebrated
its third anniversary with the unveiling of the all-new S7 luxury SUV. The BYD
S7 is a unibody crossover that offers performance and luxury in a 7-seater
package.
The elegant S7 features a wing-type grille that
surrounds the BYD logo that’s lit by LED. It features daytime running lights,
LED taillights, front and rear fog lights, a panoramic sunroof, dual exhaust
tips, and even 18-inch alloy wheels for a truly sporty appearance.
Inside, the S7 promises comfort and convenience for
all occupants with standard leather seats, dual-zone climate control with a
built-in air purification system, and a 10.2-inch infotainment system with a
9-speaker, 5.1-surround sound system. The driver also gets the pleasure of
having a 4.3-inch TFT LCD screen read out all relevant information about
vehicle condition and status, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and an
illuminated shift knob. The 8-way power adjustable seat and tilt/telescopic
steering column makes for an ergonomic driving experience.
Powered by an all-aluminum 2.0-liter 4-cylinder
engine, the S7 is available solely in front-wheel drive. Featuring variable
valve timing, turbocharging, and direct injection, it has 151 Hp at
5,500 rpm and 320 Nm of torque from as low as 1,750 rpm. This is mated to a
6-speed dual clutch automatic with cruise control.
The S7 comes standard with
stability control (ESP), a 360-degree camera, rear parking sensors, and a tire
pressure monitoring system along with the dual slew of airbags and anti-lock
brakes. The new BYD S7 retails for PHP 1,498,000.