BYD Sealion 05 Launches with Industry-Leading Flash Charging and Aggressive Pricing

[New Vehicle Launch] BYD has launched the all-new Sealion 05 in both EV and DM-i variants, highlighting flash charging and long-range capabilities.

Key Development: Starting at $12,500, It Becomes the Most Affordable Flash-Charging Model

The Sealion 05 EV is priced from RMB 119,900 to RMB 145,900 (approximately $16,600–$20,200), making it BYD’s most affordable flash-charging model to date. The DM-i variant starts as low as RMB 90,000 (around $12,500), offering an all-electric CLTC range of 220–305 km, redefining standards for A-segment SUVs.

Key Specifications: 5 Minutes to Charge Enough, 9 Minutes to Fully Charge

All models are equipped with BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery, supporting the brand’s proprietary flash-charging technology—“5 minutes to charge enough, 9 minutes to fully charge.” The EV version delivers a CLTC range starting at 540 km, significantly outperforming competitors in the same class.

Strategic Foundation: Leveraging Core Strengths in Three Electric Systems to Reclaim the A-Segment Market

Amid intensifying competition, BYD is doubling down on its advantages in the three core electric systems (battery, motor, and power electronics) to reinforce its dominance in the high-volume A-segment SUV market through the Sealion 05.