BYD Sealion 05 Dual Models Launched: DM-i Hybrid Hits 2,105 km Range, EV Charges in 9 Minutes

[New Vehicle Launch] BYD has simultaneously launched the 2026 Sealion 05 DM-i and EV models, with a starting price of RMB 97,900.

Key Highlights: Plug-in Hybrid Achieves Over 2,100 km Range; EV Fast Charging in Just 9 Minutes

The Sealion 05 DM-i is available in five variants priced from RMB 97,900 to RMB 127,900, featuring BYD’s fifth-generation DM technology. It delivers a combined full-tank/full-battery range of 2,105 km and a fuel consumption of 3.1 L/100 km under low-battery conditions. The Sealion 05 EV comes in three trims priced from RMB 119,900 to RMB 145,900, offering a maximum CLTC range of 630 km and supporting ultra-fast charging—5 minutes for a quick top-up, 9 minutes to full charge.

Key Specifications: Full-Line Chassis and Smart Tech Upgrades

The EV variant features a rear-mounted rear-wheel-drive layout with a five-link suspension, debuting BYD’s iTAC 2.0 torque vectoring control system. The DM-i version uses a four-link rear suspension. Higher trims come standard with God’s Eye C (DiPilot 100), with an optional laser radar-equipped DiPilot 300 system. The EV model also includes a 110-liter front trunk and a 600-liter rear cargo area.

Strategic Foundation: Major Model Refresh Targets Core Market Segment

As a pivotal SUV in BYD’s Ocean Network, the Sealion 05 strengthens its presence in the RMB 100,000–150,000 mainstream family vehicle segment through significant product enhancements and aggressive pricing, working in tandem with the Sealion 06 to create a coordinated market offensive.