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BYD Sealion 7

A 23,000 rpm heart for BYD's Model Y challenger.1

Researched November 2, 2026 from 28 sources

At a glance

0300600
134–523 hpPower
07.515
4.2–11.8 s0–100 km/h
0125250
215–225 km/hTop speed
0400800
380–690 N·mTorque
01,2502,500
2,155–2,435 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.125

Engine
Single/dual electric motors; CTB Blade LFP batteries, 71.8–91.39 kWh158
Layout
Rear-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD2
Gearbox
European versions: single-speed5
Built at
BYD Xi'an and Changzhou plants, China2
Units built
62,518 in 2024; 121,842 in 2025 (annual production)2

The story

Built since May 2024, the UKE-coded Sealion 7 is sold in China as Sealion 07 EV. Created to challenge the Model Y, it debuted BYD's e-Platform 3.0 Evo with a 12-in-1 electric drive in its Chinese-market form.12

2023: Guangzhou debut as Sealion 07 EV20232024: e-Platform 3.0 Evo launches in China · Paris debut; 502 km WLTP20242025: DiPilot 300 brings lidar to China · 250-car Inter Edition · Malaysia's No. 1 D-segment electric SUV20252026: China exit shifts focus to exports · Green NCAP rises to 4.5 stars · Malaysia gains Dynamic and 91.39 kWh2026 BYD Sealion 7 (UKE): 2024–presentUKE 202220232024202520262027
GenerationsMilestones2
Show the numbers
YearWhat happened
2024–presentBYD Sealion 7 (UKE)
2023Guangzhou debut as Sealion 07 EV
2024e-Platform 3.0 Evo launches in China
2024Paris debut; 502 km WLTP
2025DiPilot 300 brings lidar to China
2025250-car Inter Edition
2025Malaysia's No. 1 D-segment electric SUV
2026China exit shifts focus to exports
2026Green NCAP rises to 4.5 stars
2026Malaysia gains Dynamic and 91.39 kWh
  1. 2023

    Guangzhou debut as Sealion 07 EV

    BYD's Ocean Series gained its first midsize electric SUV, unveiled on November 17 as the Sealion 07 EV.23

  2. 2024

    e-Platform 3.0 Evo launches in China

    The May 10 launch introduced the first e-Platform 3.0 Evo model and a 12-in-1 drive; BYD claimed a production-motor speed record of 23,000 rpm.14

  3. 2024

    Paris debut; 502 km WLTP

    Presented in Europe on October 14, Excellence AWD paired 91.3 kWh with 502 km WLTP and a claimed 24-minute 10–80% charge at 230 kW.25

  4. 2025

    DiPilot 300 brings lidar to China

    The Smart Driving Edition arrived February 10: DiPilot 100 used camera vision; DiPilot 300 added lidar and city-navigation assistance.26

  5. 2025

    250-car Inter Edition

    The Inter Edition mixed metallic black paint with blue stitching and blue brake calipers; its initial run was limited to 250 cars.7

  6. 2025

    Malaysia's No. 1 D-segment electric SUV

    The Sealion 7 led Malaysia's D-segment electric-SUV market in 2025, following its local debut in 2024.8

  7. 2026

    China exit shifts focus to exports

    The Sealion 7 left BYD's Chinese domestic lineup in 2026 as the model's focus moved to export markets.29

  8. 2026

    Green NCAP rises to 4.5 stars

    July's revised assessment lifted Comfort RWD from 4 stars and 73% to 4.5 stars and 81%, after BYD supplied detailed vehicle data.10

  9. 2026

    Malaysia gains Dynamic and 91.39 kWh

    On July 30, Dynamic joined Malaysia's range; Premium and Performance gained 91.39 kWh packs and 230 kW DC charging, with Premium rated at 650 km NEDC.8

Power over the years

From 228 hp to 523 hp in 0 years.

0200400600 20242026 hp 2024 · 228 hp · China 550 Standard Range2024 · 308 hp · China 610 Long Range / 610 Smart2024 · 523 hp · China 550 4WD Smart2025 · 134 hp · Singapore Dynamic Cat A 523 hp China 550 4WD Smart 228 hp China 550 Standard Range
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Show the numbers
YearHorsepowerModel
2024228China 550 Standard Range
2024308China 610 Long Range / 610 Smart
2024523China 550 4WD Smart
2025134Singapore Dynamic Cat A

Versions

9 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    China: 550 Standard, 610 Long Range/Smart, 550 4WD Smart

    2024

  • Standard

    Smart Driving Edition (China)

    2025

  • Standard

    Comfort / Design AWD / Excellence AWD (Europe/UK)

  • Standard

    Dynamic / Premium / Performance (Malaysia)

    2026

  • AWD Ultimate (Thailand)

    Performance

    AWD Ultimate (Thailand)

    2026

  • Special

    First Anniversary Edition (India)

    2026

  • Limited

    Inter Edition

    2025

  • Limited

    Festive Edition (India)

    2026

    313 hp

  • Limited

    Limited (Japan)

    2026

How to spot one

Look for

  • Look for the X-face nose and dual U-shaped LED headlights.11
  • The rounded roof falls into a fastback tail with a small ducktail spoiler.11
  • A full-width rear light bar contains water-drop-shaped dots.19
  • Flush door handles and a rising double waistline define the sides.5
  • Black trim outlines the large wheel arches; a big diffuser cuts into the rear bumper.20

Year by year

  1. 2025 (China)

    Smart Driving Edition upper trims add LiDAR and DiPilot 300; lower trims use camera-based DiPilot 100.26

  2. July 2026 (Malaysia)

    Premium adds Ultraviolet paint to the color choice.8

  3. July 2026 (Japan)

    A rear cargo cover becomes standard; the RWD Limited adds lavender paint.18

  4. August 2026 (Thailand)

    New AWD Ultimate adds exclusive Solar Red and Pulse Purple body colors.215

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a BYD Sealion 7
    Sealion 7
    Photo of a Sealion 6
    Sealion 6

    Sealion 6

    The 7 has a more sloping rear roof, black rear pillars and bolder over-fenders; the 6 has a wagon-style SUV profile.2122

  • Photo of a BYD Sealion 7
    Sealion 7
    Photo of a BYD Seal
    BYD Seal

    BYD Seal

    Similar headlights, but the Sealion 7 has an SUV roofline 160 mm taller than the Seal sedan's.45

Against its rivals

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 9 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 10 stories from its legend
    • “23,000 rpm through a single-speed gearbox”
    • “A role in Call My Agent! The Movie”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 2 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

See all 28 sources
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  2. BYD Sealion 7 - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  3. BYD Showcases Full Lineup of New Energy Vehicles at the 21st Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition prod.byd.com
  4. BYD launches Sea Lion 07 with e-Platform 3.0 Evo, starting at 26,250 USD carnewschina.com
  5. BYD introduces sporty BYD SEALION 7 to European market byd.com
  6. 比亚迪海狮07EV智驾版上市 18.98万元起_搜狐汽车_搜狐网 sohu.com
  7. BYD Group delivers the new SEALION 7 INTER EDITION inter.it
  8. BYD Sime Motors Introduces the Enhanced 2026 BYD SEALION 7 and Expands the Line-Up with New Dynamic Variant | BYD Malaysia by Sime Motors byd.simemotors.my
  9. BYD Sealion 7 2026: Price, Variants, Specs & Review — paultan.org paultan.org
  10. BYD SEALION 7 Comfort electric RWD automatic - 4 stars - Green NCAP 2025 Results - Category Winner 2025 - Large SUV (Electric) news.euroncap.com
  11. BYD Announces UK Pricing and Specifications for SEALION 7 - BYD UK Media Site bydukmedia.com
  12. BYD Sealion 7 im Test: Kraftpaket mit Komfort und Luxus adac.de
  13. 2026 BYD Sealion 7 review | CarExpert carexpert.com.au
  14. Entry-level BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic trim launched at Rs 41.90 lakh - Autocar India autocarindia.com
  15. BYD Sealion 7 MY2026 รถไฟฟ้า100% ราคาอย่างเป็นทางกาาร : 1,199,900 - 1,349,900 บาท | รุ่นย่อยใหม่ AWD Ultimate 800V - Autolifethailand.tv autolifethailand.tv
  16. BYD launches Sealion 7 First Anniversary Edition at Rs 49.4 lakh | Autocar India autocarindia.com
  17. Limited run BYD Sealion 7 Festive Edition launched at Rs 50 60 lakh | Autocar India autocarindia.com
  18. 「BYD SEALION 7」シリーズの一部仕様をアップデートし、価格を改定　累計登録2,000台達成記念特別限定車を発売｜BYDプレスリリースサイト byd-pr.jp
  19. BYD SEALION 7 Electric SUV | BYD Europe byd.com
  20. 2025 BYD Sealion 7 review: Tech laden luxury electric SUV | Autocar India autocarindia.com
  21. BYD Sealion 7 2027: PH Review, Specs, Prices, Photos topgear.com.ph
  22. BYD Sealion 7 Premium extended review: daily driver - Driven Car Guide drivencarguide.co.nz
  23. Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs BYD Sealion 7: can the fresh arrival defeat a firm favourite? | Auto Express autoexpress.co.uk
  24. Tesla Model Y vs BYD Sealion 7: Real world range compared - Autocar India autocarindia.com
  25. Wolfgang Egger - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org
  26. BYD and Mediawan Continue Their Strategic Partnership: Electric Mobility at the Heart of Major New Productions. byd.com
  27. Euro NCAP | BYD SEALION 7 euroncap.com
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