2024 BYD Sealion 6 Price and Specs: Plug-In-Hybrid Family SUV

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The BYD Sealion 6 is offered in two variants differentiated by the powertrains.

The Sealion 6 comes in two variants: Dynamic and Premium. They share an 18.3kWh BYD Blade battery (LFP chemistry) which is capable of being charged at up to 7kW AC and 18kW DC. The ability to charge using a DC fast charger is not a common feature of PHEVs.

Dynamic

• The Dynamic offers a 1.5-litre natural aspirated petrol engine and a single electric motor for front-wheel drive, with a combined output of 160kW/300Nm.
• Offers up to 92km of range based on the NEDC standard
• Combined fuel consumption is claimed to be 1.1L/100km (ADR).
• Acceleration for the Dynamic is a claimed 0-100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

Premium

• Upgrading to the Premium adds a turbocharger to the 1.5-litre engine, and another electric motor to the rear axles for all-wheel drive, and increased combined power output of 238kW/550Nm.
• Due to the additional weight of the extra motors, the Premium's range is lower than the Dynamic at 81km.
• Combined fuel consumption is claimed to be 1.3L/100km (ADR).
• The Premium can accelerate from 0–100km/h in a rapid 5.9 seconds.

For full details on BYD Sealion 6, scroll down to the price, models and features section.

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How does BYD's DM-i technology work?

The BYD Sealion 6's drivetrain is underpinned by BYD's proprietary DM-i (Dual Motor Intelligence).

The DMi-i is a variation of a PHEV technology which can operate in three power supply modes:

• Pure EV Mode - In Pure EV Mode, the wheels are 100% driven by the electric motor for an all-electric drive experience, with the engine on standby.
• HEV Series Mode - When the battery falls below a set state-of-charge, the engine acts as a generator charging the battery, the wheels are driven by the electric motor, making HEV mode the ideal companion for extending range.
• HEV Parallel Mode - The wheels are driven by both the electric motor and the engine.

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BYD Sealion 6 measures 4775mm in length, 1,890mm in width and 1,670mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,765mm.

BYD Sealion 6 is slightly larger than Toyota RAV4, and very similarly sized to Mitsubishi Outlander.

Even though this is a mid size SUV, it has a turning circle of just 11 metres which is quite good for this class of vehicle.

Boot capacity is generous at around 574 litres. There is no frunk as this is a plug-in hybrid with an internal combustion engine.

Kerb weight sits between 1,940kg with the Dynamic, and around 2,100kg for the Premium model. By comparison the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV weighs between 2,020 to 2,145kg.

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BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic price: $48,990 before on-road costs

The BYD Sealion 6 starts from $48,990 before on-road costs for the Dynamic model. Key features include a 15.6-inch Android 10 based rotating touchscreen, capable of receiving over-the-air (OTA) software updates, with wireless CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. An energy efficient heat pump, PM2.5 air filter, and all available active safety assistance systems are standard on the BYD Sealion 6, as is a plethora of rather premium features.

Dynamic features:

• Battery, motor, range, acceleration and charging
  • 18.3kWh LFP Blade battery
  • 160kW/300Nm single front mounted motor
  • 92km electric driving range
  • 0 - 100 KM/H in 8.5s
  • 7kW single phase AC charging
  • 18kW DC charging (CCS)
• Exterior
  • 19-inch alloy wheels
  • 235/50 R19 Giti tyres
  • Ventilated front and rear disc brakes
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Matte roof rails
  • One-touch tailgate
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Electrically adjustable, heated mirrors
  • Auto-dimming interior mirror
  • Soundproof glass – front
  • Privacy glass – rear
• Interior
  • Synthetic leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • 12.3-inch LCD digital instrument cluster
  • Sunglasses holder
  • Synthetic leather-wrapped seats
  • 8-way power driver’s seat
  • 4-way power passenger seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Manually adjustable rear seat backrests
  • Front dual cup holders
  • Rear centre armrest incl. 2 x cup holders
  • Metal door sill protectors
  • Front sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
• Safety
  • 7 airbags (2 front, 2 side, 2 curtains, 1 front centre)
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
  • Blind-spot monitoring
  • Child Presence Detection
  • Door Open Warning
  • Front collision warning
  • Front cross-traffic assist
  • High beam assist
  • Intelligent speed limit information, control
  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane keep assist
  • Rear collision warning
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Traffic sign recognition

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BYD Sealion 6 Premium AWD price: $52,990 before on-road costs

Additionally, for $4,000 more, the Premium models gains significantly more power, more torque and an all-wheel drive powertrain. There's also upgraded interior features that make this more in line with luxury offerings that are far more expensive.

Premium model adds (in addition to Dynamic):

• Battery, motor, range, acceleration and charging:
  • Additional electric motor powering rear axles
  • 238kW/550Nm (up from 160kW/300Nm)
  • 0 - 100 km/h in 5.9s (up from 8.5s)
• Chassis:
  • Additional terrain modes: Mud + Sand
• Interior:
  • Blue + Grey upholstery
• Safety and convenience:
  • Heads-up display

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BYD Sealion 6 colour options:

Exterior

• Harbour Grey
• Arctic White
• Delan Black
• Azure Blue
• Stone Grey

Interior

• Black + Brown
• Blue + Grey (Premium only)

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The BYD Sealion 6 is covered by a six-year/150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year/160,000km battery warranty.

However, shorter specific warranties will likely apply to individual components, such as the touchscreen system, suspension, and air-conditioning filters.

Servicing every 12 months/20,000km, with a free three-month/5000km initial service also needed. Unlike the Atto 3 small SUV, a "short mileage" servicing schedule is not available for owners who drive less than the 20,000km/year requirement. This may change as more information is released.

Roadside assistance is included for 12 months only.

BYD Australia recommends servicing their electric cars can be serviced at certified service centres run by Eagers Automotive or select Mycar Tyre and Auto mechanics locations (listed here).

BYD Sealion 6 servicing costs: