BYD’s Rapid Riser: Sealion 06 Hits 35,081 Sales in November as Momentum Builds

BYD’s newest mid-size SUV, the Sealion 06, is on a tear in China’s fiercely competitive EV market. After replacing the long-running Sealion 6 (better known globally as the Song Plus), the new model has delivered consecutive months of booming sales and is shaping up as one of BYD’s strongest performers.

Its sharp mix of long-range EV tech, efficient plug-in hybrid variants and a thoroughly modern interior has clearly struck a chord with buyers, and Australian EV fans will want to take note as BYD continues expanding its global footprint.

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Sales Momentum: A New Bestseller Emerges

The Sealion 06 launched on July 24 and needed barely a month to break into China’s top-selling SUVs. From August onward, the model has stayed above the 30,000-unit mark every month, a remarkable trajectory even by BYD’s fast-paced standards.

Sealion 06 Monthly Sales Since Launch

BYD also celebrated a major milestone. The Sealion 06 became the fastest model in the brand’s history to reach 100,000 units produced, hitting the mark within 100 days.

Every variant in the wider Sealion lineup contributed to a combined 54,955 sales in November, helping BYD end the month with an overall 480,186 new-energy vehicle sales. With momentum still building, December is expected to push the Sealion 06 beyond 40,000 units.

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Powertrains: EV and PHEV Options Built for Variety

The Sealion 06 sits on BYD’s latest e-Platform 3.0 Evo architecture, which supports both 400-volt and 800-volt systems. This gives customers a choice between efficient plug-in hybrids and long-range EVs, a combination that has become a winning formula for the brand.

Electric Variants at a Glance

• 400V entry model
  • 65.28 kWh battery
  • 170 kW motor
  • 330 Nm torque
  • 520 km CLTC range
• 800V long-range model
  • 78.72 kWh battery
  • 180 kW motor
  • 605 km CLTC range
  • Fast charging up to 237 kW
  • Approx 12.5 kWh per 100 km efficiency

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Plug-in Hybrid Variants

• Fifth-generation DM-i hybrid system
• 1.5-litre engine: 74 kW and 126 Nm
• Electric motor: 160 kW
• Battery options: 18.3 kWh or 26.6 kWh
• Electric-only range: 121 to 170 km (CLTC)
• Combined range: Up to 1,670 km
• Seven-in-one power domain control system

This range flexibility mirrors what has made BYD a global sales powerhouse, especially in markets where charging infrastructure varies widely.

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Cabin and Dimensions: A Modern, Comfortable Package

The Sealion 06 is just the right size for families, commuters and long-distance travellers. Its design follows BYD’s latest interior philosophy, blending large digital displays with clean surfaces and generous cabin space.

Key Dimensions

• Length: 4,810 mm
• Width: 1,920 mm
• Height: 1,675 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,820 mm

Interior Highlights

• 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
• Digital instrument cluster
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• 1.73 m² panoramic roof
• Dynaudio sound system
• Premium materials across the cabin

The EV variant also benefits from a highly integrated 12-in-1 drive system that improves energy efficiency and supports ultra-fast charging.

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A Future Staple in BYD’s Global Lineup

With sales climbing every month and production milestones being smashed in record time, the Sealion 06 is shaping up as a key mid-size SUV within BYD’s domestic and international strategy. It inherits the sales legacy of the Sealion 6 while offering a step up in performance, architecture and efficiency.

If the growth trend continues through December and into 2026, BYD may have yet another global hit ready to challenge mainstream EV players in more markets, including Australia.