BYD S8
The BYD S8 is a convertible sports car produced by the Chinese automaker BYD Auto. It was initially introduced as a prototype, named the BYD F8, at the 2006 Shanghai Motor Show.[1] The production version was launched in 2009 and continued until 2010, with a total of 103 units produced.
| BYD S8 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BYD |
| Also called | BYD F8 |
| Production | 2009–2010 103 produced |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2 door convertible |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Related | BYD F3 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L BYD483QB I4 (petrol) |
| Transmission | 5 speed manual CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 4,490 mm (176.8 in) |
| Width | 1,780 mm (70.1 in) |
| Height | 1,405 mm (55.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,525–1,550 kg (3,362–3,417 lb) |
Overview
changeThe BYD S8 is a two-door convertible that features a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The design of the car has a steel roof and incorporates styling elements reminiscent of other models: the rear design is similar to that of the Renault Mégane CC, while the front takes cues from the Mercedes-Benz CLK.[2]
The car is powered by a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder BYD483QB petrol engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT (continuously variable transmission).
Sales
changeThe BYD S8 was primarily sold within the Chinese market. During its production, the car had modest sales numbers: 96 units were sold in 2009, followed by only seven units in 2010. Production ceased after 2010, with the car having sold a total of 103 units throughout its brief market presence.[3]
References
change- ↑ "BYD S8 Convertible: A Chinese Chopstick Dumpling Deathtrap". Jalopnik. 15 April 2009. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Another Chinese copy, the BYD F8". Motor Authority. 31 October 2006. Retrieved 30 April 2015.
- ↑ "Sales figures for the BYD S8 in China". Carsalebase. Retrieved 13 April 2019.