The BYD Sealion 08. Credit: BYD Understand China EV’s Market Real-time notifications when critical EV data is released All important data in one place 2,000,000+ data points Become a member The BYD Sealion 08 full-size SUV with flash charging and rear-wheel steering started taking pre-orders in China. Its plug-in hybrid variant is available for reservations at 230,000 yuan (34,105 USD). The BEV version starts at 250,000 yuan (37,070 USD). The pre-order requires a deposit of 2,000 yuan (295 USD). This deposit can be refunded anytime. The BYD Sealion 08 is a flagship SUV of the brand’s Ocean series aimed at younger buyers. It was first revealed at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 in April. Now, it has become available for reservations. According to the information from the BYD app, the plug-in hybrid Sealion 08 DM has a preliminary price range of 230,000 – 260,000 yuan (34,105 – 38,555 USD). The more expensive BEV configuration costs 250,000 – 280,000 yuan (37,070 – 41,520 USD). The BYD Sealion 08 SUV This crossover offers hefty dimensions of 5115/1999/1800 mm with a wheelbase of 3,030 mm. It is available with five- and six-seat interior layout variants. The Sealion 08 aligns with the latest design language of the Ocean series. It has semi-hidden door handles, split headlights, and a single taillight unit. The entry-level Sealion 08 DM adopts a combination of a 1.5-liter engine producing 115 kW (154 hp) and an electric motor for 200 kW (268 hp). Thanks to a 55.84 kWh LFP battery, the car offers 400 km of electric range under CLTC conditions. It supports flash charging. This model will also be available with AWD and two electric motors with a combined peak power output of 400 kW (536 hp). Interior of the BYD Sealion 08 The all-electric variant of the BYD Sealion 08 adopts two second-gen Blade LFP battery options for 92.093 kWh and 115.072 kWh. They support flash charging technology, charging from 10% to 97% in nine minutes. The entry-level RWD model has a single e-motor in the rear axle for 320 kW (429 hp). Its long-range version has a 370 kW (496 hp) e-motor. The dual-motor AWD variant has a combined peak power output of 585 kW (784 hp). The car’s range lies between 710 and 900 km of CLTC range. The BYD Sealion 08 offers rear-wheel steering and the DiSus-A chassis with dual-chamber air suspension. It will also boast the LiDAR-based DiPilot 5.0 assisted driving system, capable of the Navigate On Autopilot (NOA) function on urban roads and highways. According to China EV DataTracker, BYD sold 411,072 cars in July 2026 globally, up 20.5% Year-Over-Year. However, the brand’s domestic deliveries declined by 30.9% Y-O-Y at 172,449 units. Most important news in your inbox. Recaps · scheduled All you need, in one email. Instant alerts · real-time Ping me when an article goes live. 0 of 27 topics selected Bundle into one email per day — instead of one email per article No spam · Unsubscribe with one click · Change settings anytime