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{{short description|Compact car}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = BYD F3
| image = 2009 BYD F3 1.5L, front 8.3.18.jpg
| caption = 2009 BYD F3
| manufacturer = [[BYD Auto]]
| aka =
| production = 2005–2021
| class = [[Compact car]]
| predecessor =
| successor = [[BYD Qin]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
}}
The '''BYD F3''' is a [[compact car]] that was produced by the Chinese car manufacturer [[BYD Auto|BYD]] between 2005 and 2021.<ref name="Two new models"/> The first BYD vehicle of their own design, production of the first generation model commenced in September 2005. A few variants were introduced including the [[BYD F3DM]] [[plug-in hybrid]] version, and the larger and more premium [[BYD G3]] and [[BYD L3]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://carnewschina.com/2014/03/26/facelifted-byd-f3-launched-on-the-china-car-market/|title=Facelifted BYD F3 launched on the China car market|author=Joey Wang|date=26 March 2014|website=carnewschina|accessdate=1 January 2021|archive-date=30 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220930152251/https://carnewschina.com/2014/03/26/facelifted-byd-f3-launched-on-the-china-car-market/|url-status=live}}</ref>
The second generation model was launched in 2012 as a more premium option called the Surui. The second generation model was sold alongside the first generation facelift models and spawned the more upmarket [[BYD Qin]] which later replaced the Surui and fits inline with the rest of the Dynasty series BYD models.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://carnewschina.com/2014/02/11/official-photos-of-the-facelifted-byd-f3/|title=Official Photos of the facelifted BYD F3|author=Joey Wang|date=11 February 2014|website=carnewschina|accessdate=1 January 2021|archive-date=7 October 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221007103211/https://carnewschina.com/2014/02/11/official-photos-of-the-facelifted-byd-f3/|url-status=live}}</ref>
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==First generation (2005)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = BYD F3 01 China 2012-06-02.JPG
| caption = BYD F3 (2005–2014)
| aka = {{ubl
| [[BYD L3]] (2010–2015)
}}
| related = {{ubl
| [[BYD F3DM]]
| [[BYD Qin]]
| [[BYD G3]]
| [[BYD L3]]
| [[BYD S8]]
}}
| production = 2005–2021<br />2009-present (Egypt)
| body_style = {{ubl
| 4-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]
| 5-door [[hatchback]] (F3R)
}}
| layout =
| engine = {{ubl
| 1.5 L ''BYD473QD/473QE/473QF'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Petrol engine|petrol]]) (2011–present)
| 1.5 L ''[[Mitsubishi Orion engine#4G15|4G15S]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Petrol engine|petrol]])<br />(2005–2010)
| 1.6 L ''[[Mitsubishi Orion engine|4G18]]''  [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Petrol engine|petrol]]) (2005–2010)
| 1.8 L ''BYD483QA'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Petrol engine|petrol]]) (2007)
}}
| transmission = {{ubl
| 5-speed ''MaTriX'' [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />(2005–2021)
| 6-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]] (2014–present)
| 4-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]] (2008–2010)
}}
| wheelbase = {{Convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{Convert|4533|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2005–2013)<br />{{Convert|4605|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2014–2015)<br />{{Convert|4617|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />(2016–2021)
| width = {{Convert|1705|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2005–2015)<br />{{Convert|1716|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2021)
| height = {{Convert|1490|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2005–2015)<br />{{Convert|1480|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2021)
| weight = {{convert|1210|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor =
}}
The first generation BYD F3 commenced production in September 2005. The original F3 is powered by Mitsubishi's 4G-series four-cylinder engines for early models.
Between 2011 and 2013, the BYD F3 was assembled in [[Russia]], at [[TagAZ]] factory.<ref>{{cite web |author=<!--Staff writer(s); no by-line.--> |date=16 September 2013 |title=TagAZ Stopped Assembly of BYD Cars |url=http://wroom.ru/en/news/997 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130930122722/http://wroom.ru/en/news/997 |archive-date=2013-09-30 |accessdate=22 September 2013 |website=Wroom.ru}}</ref>
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File:BYD F3 rear 2 China 2012-04-15.JPG|2005–2014 BYD F3 rear
File:BYD F3R 01 China 2016-04-06.jpg|2007 BYD F3R front
File:BYD F3R 02 China 2016-04-06.jpg|2007 BYD F3R rear
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===2014 facelift===
In March 2014, the first generation BYD F3 was facelifted and started production that year alongside the second generation model. It was given a new grille, headlights, tail lights, bumpers, wheels and mirrors. It runs on a 1.5-litre four cylinder engine known as the ''BYD473QE'' producing 107 horsepower. This engine has been the signature for the F3 since 2011. A turbocharged 1.5-litre engine is also available as the ''BYD476ZQA'' producing 151 horsepower. Transmission choices for this model are 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The 1.5-litre turbo engine was discontinued in mid-2015.<ref name="2016 MY" />
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File:BYD F3 facelift 01 China 2015-04-06.jpg|2014–2021 BYD F3 facelift front
File:BYD F3 facelift 02 China 2015-04-06.jpg|2014–2021 BYD F3 facelift rear
File:BYD F3 facelift -- Auto China -- 2014-04-23.jpg|BYD F3 at Auto China 2014
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===2015 facelift L3 version ===
The first generation BYD F3 received another facelift in 2016. The updated F3 is powered by the same 1.5 liter inline-four engine with 109&nbsp;hp, mated to a five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission. The facelift features redesigned front ends and rear ends.<ref name="2016 MY">{{cite web |url=https://carnewschina.com/2015/12/09/spy-shots-facelift-for-the-byd-f3-in-china-4/|title=Spy Shots: facelift for the BYD F3 in China|author=Tycho de Feijter |date=9 December 2015 |website=carnewschina |accessdate=1 January 2021}}</ref>
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File:BYD F3 facelift II China 2017-03-22.jpg|2015–2021 BYD F3 2016 facelift front
File:2017 BYD F3.jpg|2016–2021 BYD F3 2015 facelift rear
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===2020 return===
The first-generation F3 made a return in 2019 for the 2020 model year with the only one trim level available known as the Classic version. The same 1.5 litre engine is standard known as the ''BYD473QF'' and is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox.<ref>{{cite web |title=2020 BYD F3 (Classic specs) |url=http://www.bydauto.com.cn/auto/carShow.html-param=2020%E6%AC%BEF3 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200122173129/https://www.bydauto.com.cn/auto/carShow.html-param=2020%E6%AC%BEF3 |archive-date=2020-01-22 |website=BYD}}</ref>
===Specification===
The BYD F3 features a 4-cylinder, 1.5-liter, [[Mitsubishi Orion engine]] (4G15S) with distributor-less [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]] ignition and [[fuel injection]].  The vehicle boasts [[Euro 4]] emissions standards. Engine output is {{convert|78|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}}. [[Fuel efficiency]] is rated at approx {{convert|4.7|L/100km|0|abbr=on}}. A 1.6-liter [[Mitsubishi Orion engine]] (4G18) was standard. Engine output is {{convert|73.5|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} while fuel efficiency is rated at approx {{convert|5|L/100km|0|abbr=on}}. The Mitsubishi engines were then replaced by new BYD engines from 2011 onwards. The transmission MaTriX is a 5-speed manual transmission.  Three point safety belts, power steering, alloy wheels fitted with 195/60 R15 tires, 4-wheel ABS disk brake system as standard, LED tail lights, and halogen headlights.
===Equipment===
The BYD F3 owner can choose from three trim packages (GL-i,  GL-X, and GL- Xi).   All models come with standard equipment:  AC, AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo, electric windows and mirrors. Optional equipment includes upgraded leather seats, 3rd brake-light, driver and passenger airbags, auxiliary front fog lights and upgraded audio / IVI (in vehicle infotainment). Color schemes are white, black, champagne, and red, with black being most common.
===Derivatives===
Derivatives of the BYD F3 include the [[BYD F3DM]] ([[plug-in hybrid]]), BYD F3R (hatchback), [[BYD L3]], [[BYD G3]] (slightly larger version), and [[BYD Surui]] (luxury version). In 2009, BYD introduced the [[BYD G3|G3]] as an updated/upgraded compact class vehicle, however the F3 will continue to be sold in domestic markets.
==Second generation (2012)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = BYD F3 Plus (Surui)
| image = BYD Surui facelift China 2015-04-13.jpg
| caption = BYD Surui facelift
| aka = {{ubl
| BYD Qin (2012–2018)
| BYD e5 (electric, 2015–2020)
}}
| related = {{ubl
| [[BYD F3DM]]
| [[BYD Qin]]
| [[BYD G3]]
| [[BYD L3]]
}}
| production = 2012–2018
| body_style = 4-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]
| engine = {{ubl
| 1.5 L ''BYD473QD/473QE/473QF'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Petrol engine|petrol]]) (2012–2018)
| 1.5 L ''BYD476ZQA'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[turbo]] [[Petrol engine|petrol]]) (2014)
}}
| transmission = {{ubl
| 6-speed [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />(2012–2014 Surui)
| 5-speed ''MaTriX'' [[manual transmission|manual]]<br />(2012–2018)
| 6-speed [[Dual clutch|DCT]] (2013–2018)
}}
| wheelbase = {{Convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{Convert|4605|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2014–2015)<br />{{Convert|4617|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />(2016–2018)
| width = {{Convert|1705|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2005–2015)<br />{{Convert|1716|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2018)
| height = {{Convert|1490|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2005–2015)<br />{{Convert|1480|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (2016–2018)
| weight = {{convert|1210|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor =
}}
In April 2012, the second generation '''BYD F3 Plus''', also called [[BYD Surui|Surui]],<ref>{{cite web|title=New BYD F3 will be launched in August, called 'Su Rui'|url=http://www.carnewschina.com/2012/08/04/new-byd-f3-will-be-launched-in-august-called-su-rui/|publisher=CarNewsChina.com|accessdate=14 January 2014|date=4 August 2012|archive-date=15 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140115172345/http://www.carnewschina.com/2012/08/04/new-byd-f3-will-be-launched-in-august-called-su-rui/|url-status=live}}</ref> was launched at the [[Beijing Auto Show]].<ref name="Two new models">{{cite web|title=BYD's two new models and three world-class technologies to premiere at 2012 Beijing International Auto Show|url=http://www.byd-auto.net/company/news.php?action=readnews&page=8&nid=131|publisher=BYD Auto|accessdate=14 January 2014|date=18 April 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140116081158/http://www.byd-auto.net/company/news.php?action=readnews&page=8&nid=131|archive-date=2014-01-16|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=BYD's strong showing at Beijing International Auto Show|url=http://www.byd-auto.net/company/news.php?action=readnews&page=8&nid=132|publisher=BYD Auto|accessdate=14 January 2014|date=23 April 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140116080605/http://www.byd-auto.net/company/news.php?action=readnews&page=8&nid=132|archive-date=2014-01-16|url-status=dead}}</ref> During 2013, the [[BYD L3]] was also introduced in several export markets as the '''New F3'''.<ref>{{cite web|title=New F3|url=http://www.byd-auto.net/vehicles/l3/index.php|publisher=BYD Auto|accessdate=14 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140213222142/http://www.byd-auto.net/vehicles/l3/index.php|archive-date=2014-02-13|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=BYD L3 going on sale in Laos|url=http://www.byd.com/news/news-148.html|publisher=BYD Auto|accessdate=14 January 2014|date=25 January 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140115200953/http://www.byd.com/news/news-148.html|archive-date=2014-01-15|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=BYD F3 y F3R 2013: Nueva generación inicia venta en Chile|url=http://noticias.autocosmos.cl/2013/06/12/byd-f3-y-f3r-2013--nueva-generacion-inicia-venta-en-chile|publisher=Autocosmos.com|accessdate=14 January 2014|language=Spanish|date=12 June 2013|archive-date=16 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140116085123/http://noticias.autocosmos.cl/2013/06/12/byd-f3-y-f3r-2013--nueva-generacion-inicia-venta-en-chile|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=2014 BYD New F3 unveiled in the Sultanate of Oman|url=http://www.drivearabia.com/news/2013/07/06/byd-unveils-new-f3-in-the-sultanate-of-oman-uae/|publisher=Drive Arabia|accessdate=14 January 2014|date=6 July 2013|archive-date=16 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140116132908/http://www.drivearabia.com/news/2013/07/06/byd-unveils-new-f3-in-the-sultanate-of-oman-uae/|url-status=live}}</ref> Transmission choices are a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual or 6-speed dual clutch gearbox.
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File:BYD Surui 01 China 2014-04-28.jpg|2012–2014 BYD Surui front
File:BYD Surui 02 China 2014-04-28.jpg|2012–2014 BYD Surui rear
</gallery>
===2015 facelift===
In February 2015, the F3 was facelifted again known as the "third generation" F3. The facelift included new headlights and tail lights, bumpers and a new dashboard available for the 2016 model year. It runs on the same 1.5 BYD473QE engine. The turbocharged engine was not available. Transmission are a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic gearbox. Pricing ranges from {{currency|55,900|CNY|linked=no}} to {{currency|77,900|CNY|linked=no}}.
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File:BYD Surui facelift China 2015-04-13.jpg|2015–2018 BYD Surui facelift front
File:BYD Surui facelift 02 China 2015-04-06.jpg|2015–2018 BYD Surui facelift rear
</gallery>
As of 2019, the F3 is still sold on the market alongside the Surui and the E5, powered by the BYD473QE engine paired to a 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic gearbox. It was available with four trim levels known as Classic, Fashion, Elite and Exclusive with the automatic gearbox only available on the Exclusive model.
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==Discontinuation==
The BYD F3 was discontinued in late 2021 due to decreasing sales and BYD switching its focus onto [[electric vehicle]]s.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cnevpost.com/2021/09/15/byd-to-discontinue-a-fuel-model-that-has-been-on-sale-for-16-years-in-oct-as-it-focuses-on-nevs/|title=BYD to discontinue a fuel model that has been on sale for 16 years in Oct as it focuses on NEVs|website=CnEVPost|first=Phate|last=Zhang|date=15 September 2021|accessdate=15 September 2021|archive-date=15 September 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210915172237/https://cnevpost.com/2021/09/15/byd-to-discontinue-a-fuel-model-that-has-been-on-sale-for-16-years-in-oct-as-it-focuses-on-nevs/|url-status=live}}</ref>
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