Dynamic (8-seat)
$61,990 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV (DM-i 5.0)
- Power
- 191.4 kW
BYD
2026 BYD M9
Plug-in hybrid people mover
Arriving soonPlug-in hybrid
From $61,990 plus on-road costs
It is BYD's first people mover for Australia and a plug-in hybrid, pairing a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine with an electric motor in the DM-i 5.0 system for up to 145 km of electric-only driving and up to 850 km combined on the WLTP cycle in Premium form.
From$61,990+ORC
EV range145 km
Power191.4 to 218 kW
Battery20.39 to 36.6 kWh
CarTell take
We haven't driven the M9 yet. On paper, confirm the final drive-away price and delivery timing with your dealer, and check that the eight-seat Dynamic has the seat layout your family actually needs.
Why consider it
- Plug-in hybrid economy in a full-size people mover.
- Up to 145 km of electric range means most family weeks never touch petrol, with 850 km combined for the long trip.
What to know
- It is not here yet, full Australian specification and drive-away pricing are still to come, and BYD is a newer badge in a class where the Carnival is the safe default.
Who it suits
Big families and airport-run operators who want Carnival-sized space with plug-in hybrid running costs, and who can charge at home to do the school run on electricity.
Small families
Practical everyday space
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.145 km
Electric-only range
20.39 to 36.6 kWh
Battery
Grades and pricing
2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | EV range | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic (8-seat) | $61,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV (DM-i 5.0) | 191.4 kW | ||
| Premium (7-seat) | $72,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV (DM-i 5.0) | 145 km WLTP EV | 218 kW |
Premium (7-seat)
$72,990 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV (DM-i 5.0)
- EV range
- 145 km WLTP EV
- Power
- 218 kW
Practicality and safety
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
FWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you need a people mover today, or you want a fully electric one. The Carnival is on sale now and the Zeekr 009 is the pure-EV luxury option.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the BYD M9 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $61,990 plus on-roads for the Dynamic (8-seat) and tops out at $72,990 plus on-roads for the Premium (7-seat), across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
When does the BYD M9 arrive in Australia?
BYD has confirmed the M9 is due before the end of 2026, with the seven-seat Premium arriving first.
Is the BYD M9 electric?
It is a plug-in hybrid. A 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine works with an electric motor in BYD's DM-i 5.0 system, giving up to 145 km of electric-only range and up to 850 km combined (WLTP) in the Premium.
How many seats does the M9 have?
The Dynamic seats eight and the Premium seats seven across three rows.
What does the M9 compete with?
The Kia Carnival above all, plus the Hyundai Staria, and the fully electric Zeekr 009 at the luxury end.
The BYD M9 in full
The BYD M9 is priced from $61,990 plus on-road costs in Australia for the eight-seat Dynamic, with the seven-seat Premium at $72,990 plus on-road costs, and it is due before the end of 2026. It is BYD's first people mover for Australia and a plug-in hybrid, pairing a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine with an electric motor in the DM-i 5.0 system for up to 145 km of electric-only driving and up to 850 km combined on the WLTP cycle in Premium form. At 5,145 mm long on a 3,045 mm wheelbase it sits at the larger end of the class with three rows of seats, and it parks itself directly on top of the Kia Carnival, the default family bus in this country.
From$61,990+ORC
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