What BYD electric cars are coming to Australia? Nine models available by the end of 2025

The 2025 BYD Atto 3 lineup now starts at $39,990 before on-road costs for the new Essential variant and $44,990 for the Premium variant (previously known as "Extended Range").

The BYD Atto 3 small SUV is the company's first mass-market EV in Australia. It launched in September 2022 and has quickly become one of the most popular EVs in Australia – surpassing its direct rival, the refreshed MG ZS EV. Called the Yuan Plus in China, the crossover rides on a dedicated 'e-Platform 3.0', integrates the brand's thin Blade Battery cells, and features vehicle-to-load (V2L) as standard.

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Next in line is BYD's MG4 and GWM Ora rivalling small EV hatchback – called the BYD Dolphin.

Following the recent introduction of the "Essential" trim, the BYD Dolphin range is now priced from $29,990 before on-road costs (~$32,000 drive-away, depending on the state), making it the cheapest electric car available.

Like the Atto 3 electric SUV, it features a quirky two-tone interior with a marine-like theme, signature 12.8-inch rotating infotainment system, and a 360-degree camera system.

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The BYD Seal electric sedan launched in December 2023, taking on the popular Tesla Model 3, Polestar 2 and Hyundai Ioniq 6.

Priced from $49,888 to $68,748 before on-road costs, the Seal provides between 460KM and 570KM of claimed WLTP driving range. Pre-orders are now open online with deliveries expected in December 2023. The quickest model offers a 0-100km/h sprint in just 3.8 seconds.

There are three variants to choose from, with two battery and motor configurations:

• Dynamic with single motor RWD 61.44 kWh LFP Blade battery
• Premium with single motor RWD 82.5 kWh LFP Blade battery
• Performance with dual motors AWD 82.5 kWh LFP Blade battery

The BYD electric sedan also sits on the same third-generation EV platform with a long 2920mm wheelbase and small frunk storage space.

It boasts a large 15.6-inch central rotating touchscreen, a 10.25-inch driver's instrument display, debuts active safety assistance systems based on the Nvidia Drive Hyperion computing platform, and has flush pop-out exterior door handles.

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The BYD Sealion 6 SUV, known as the BYD Song Plus in China and Seal U in Europe launched in Australia in May 2024, positioning itself as an alternative to popular medium SUVs such as the Tesla Model Y, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Priced from $48,990 to $52,990 before on-road costs, the Sealion 6 provides up to 92km of claimed NEDC electric range and up to 1100km range in hybrid mode. It is underpinned by BYD's proprietary DM-i technology which enables it to operate in three modes: pure EV, HEV series mode and HEV parallel.

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The BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Ute, BYD's answer to the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux – has entered showrooms with a special introductory price of $57,990 before on-road costs for the first 4000 units.

It will make the Shark 6 comparable or lower in price to mid-specification dual-cab 4x4 utes such as the Ford Ranger XLS Bi-Turbo (from $57,630), Toyota HiLux SR5 manual ($60,670), Isuzu D-Max X-Rider (from $59,500), Mazda BT-50 XTR (from $59,280), Mitsubishi Triton GLS (from $59,090) and Nissan Navara ST-X (from $58,945)

The first release will be a plug-in-hybrid EV (PHEV) featuring a petrol-electric powertrain known as "Dual Motor Intelligence" (DMI), allowing for 100km in pure electric mode and approximately 1000km when combined with the petrol tank. A fully electric model is expected about a year later. The same plug-in hybrid technology is also present in BYD's U8 luxury SUV, which boasts a powerful combination of a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and four electric motors. Specifics about the ute's powertrain are still pending, but it will include a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine.

Pricing has not be confirmed but given BYD's recent ability to price its EVs similar to petrol equivalents, its possible it could do the same with the BYD Ute.

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The 2025 BYD Sealion 7 has launched in Australia with a starting price of $54,990 before on-road costs. Buyers can choose between two variants: Premium and Performance. The top-tier Sealion 7 Performance will be available from $63,990 plus on-road costs.

It will join the other models in BYD's Ocean series, including the Seagull, Dolphin, and Seal models. The coupe SUV will feature the latest innovations, including the DiSus active suspension system, which is part of BYD's next-generation technology suite. Pricing has yet to be finalised but is expected to start at under $60,000 and undercut the updated Tesla Model Y, which starts fro $63,400.

The Sealion 7 will be built on BYD's dedicated EV platform, e-Platform 3.0, similar to the Seal sedan. Two European versions are anticipated: the Comfort model with a 72kWh battery and the Design model with an 87kWh battery. The Sealion 7's dimensions closely match those of the Tesla Model Y, making it a formidable contender in the electric SUV market.

Pricing has yet to be confirmed, but it is expected to undercut the Tesla Model Y, similar to how the BYD Seal has undercut the Tesla Model 3.

▶️MORE: 2025 BYD Sealion 7 Price and Specs Revealed

The 2026 BYD Atto 1, known globally as the Seagull, is now available in Australia from $23,990 plus on-road costs, making it Australia's cheapest electric vehicle.

The Atto 1 is a compact city hatchback with 308 litres of boot space (1,037 litres with rear seats folded).

Standard features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice control, and V2L (vehicle-to-load) technology. The Atto 1 is built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 and features the company's signature Blade Battery technology.

Safety equipment includes 6 airbags and NFC keyless entry. The Atto 1 will arrive in dealerships in December 2025.

At its starting price, the Atto 1 significantly undercuts petrol alternatives like the Toyota Yaris ($28,990) and Mazda 2 ($26,990), making it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers looking to switch to electric.

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The BYD Atto 2 is now available in Australia from $31,990 plus on-road costs, making it Australia's cheapest electric SUV.

Two variants are available: Dynamic ($31,990) and Premium ($35,990). This compact electric SUV slots between the Dolphin and Atto 3 in BYD's lineup.

The Atto 2 is a compact SUV with 380 litres of boot space (1,320 litres with rear seats folded).

The Premium variant features a 12.8-inch rotating touchscreen (10.1-inch in Dynamic), panoramic sunroof, and wireless charging. Both variants include DiLink infotainment with over-the-air (OTA) updates, DiPilot driver-assist suite, V2L technology, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 with the company's signature Blade Battery technology, the Atto 2 features vegan leather seats and 6 airbags as standard.

The Atto 2 will arrive in dealerships in December 2025. At its starting price, it undercuts petrol alternatives like the Kia Seltos ($30,500), Mazda CX-30 ($33,490), and Toyota Corolla Cross ($33,980).

▶️MORE: 2026 BYD Atto 2 Price and Specs: Australia's Cheapest Electric SUV

BYD has confirmed the Sealion 5 plug-in hybrid SUV for Australia, set to arrive in early 2026 as part of a four-model "Sealion" SUV range. Slotting below the seven-seat Sealion 8, the Sealion 5 will be a five-seater mid-size PHEV, slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4 and Nissan X-Trail.

BYD has confirmed the Sealion 5 plug-in hybrid SUV for Australia, set to arrive in early 2026 as part of a four-model "Sealion" SUV range. Slotting below the seven-seat Sealion 8, the Sealion 5 will be a five-seater mid-size PHEV, slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4 and Nissan X-Trail. It's powered by BYD's DM-i 4.0 technology, enabling efficient operation across multiple driving modes.

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The BYD Sealion 8, known as the Tang L in China, It will initially launch as a PHEV with two versions:

The BYD Sealion 8, sold in China as the Tang L will be BYD's first 7-seat option in the Australian EV Market. It will arrive as a PHEV in two versions: DM-i (Intelligence) and DM-P (Performance). Both use a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 110kW/220Nm, paired with electric motors and BYD's signature Blade batteries.

• DM-i (FWD): 200kW/315Nm combined output, 0–100km/h in 8.6s, 19kWh battery
• DM-P (AWD): Adds a 141kW/360Nm rear motor for 0–100km/h in 4.9s, 35.6kWh battery

WLTP EV range data are yet to be announced but expect just under 100 km of range for the DM-i (FWD) variant and under 200km for the DM-P (AWD) variant.

In China, the Tang L is priced between ¥229,800 and ¥285,800 (about A$49,000–$61,000). For Australia, analysts expect the Sealion 8 to be priced between $69,000 and $75,000, positioning it against seven-seat plug-in hybrid rivals such as the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV ($69,290 before on-roads) and Mazda CX-80 PHEV ($75,250 before on-roads).

The Sealion 8 is expected to go on sale in early 2026.

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BYD recently unveiled its new electric coupe SUV, the BYD Song L, which is set to compete with the Tesla Model Y as well as over medium size SUVs like the Kia EV6 (which it has a striking resemblance to).

The Song L boasts impressive specifications, offering up to 385kW of power and up to 662km of range. It is slightly longer compared to the Model Y and sits on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 Architecture, which is shared with other models like the Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3. The vehicle also features BYD's new DiSus-C Intelligent Damping Body Control System.

Customers can choose between two battery sizes with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry: a 71.8kWh battery providing a range of 550km and a larger 87.04kWh battery that allows for the maximum 662km range. The larger battery comes with two powertrain options: a single-motor rear-wheel drive or a dual-motor all-wheel drive, with the latter achieving a 0-100km/h time of just 4.3 seconds.

The interior of the Song L includes a 15.6-inch rotating infotainment touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a range of features such as semi-automatic parking assist, an interior fragrance system, and a 50-inch augmented reality head-up display. The vehicle is also equipped with a suite of active safety and driver assist technologies under the DiPilot banner.

Pricing for the Song L ranges from ¥220,000 (A$47,941) to ¥280,000 ($61,016), which is competitive with the Tesla Model Y's pricing in China. While the Song L has not been confirmed for the Australian market, BYD has plans to expand its local lineup, including the introduction of the Seal U and a PHEV ute next year, with a commitment to launch two new models annually.

The Bao 5, also referred to as the Fang Cheng Bao 5, is expected to be a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) with robust features that could make it a competitor to established models such as the LandCruiser Prado. With a blend of a 1.5-litre petrol engine and twin electric motors, it promises to deliver impressive performance and a 120km all-electric range, coupled with a 1200km total driving range when considering both the fuel tank and battery.

Dubbed a "super hybrid", the Fang Cheng Bao 5 stretches 4890mm in length, 1970mm in width and 1920mm in height, and it rides on a 2800mm wheelbase. That makes the two-row, five-seat SUV marginally smaller than a full-size three-row SUV.

The off-road stuff is covered by its ladder-frame chassis, complete with three differential locks, 18-inch Goodrich tyres, a decent-looking ride height, and the brand's Intelligent Hydraulic Body Control System, which can not only individually raise individual wheel heights by 200mm, but will also reportedly deliver a 200 per cent increase in stiffness when cornering.

While the wheels are turning for BYD now in Australia, it seemingly had a very soft launch in 2021 with the release of the BYD e6 people mover and BYD T3 light commercial van EVs – which were priced at a sharp $39,999 and $34,950 before on-road costs respectively.

Both the e6 and T3 have been discontinued in Australia.

It’s believed the local distributor only sold a handful of both BYD cars, which are based on internal combustion engine underpinnings. Drive reports only 15 examples of the e6 and 50 examples of the T3 have been sold.

Beyond the BYD Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Seal U and electric ute on this list, not much is known of BYD Australia and EVDirect's plans to bring additional models.

The Shenzhen automaker currently sells the BYD Tang seven-seater large SUV and BYD Han large sedan overseas – both of which were previously promised for Australia in early 2021 and have now been ruled out.

It's clear that plans have since changed. Amid the tight partnership with Eagers Automotive, the distributor has backtracked on its warranty promises and previously set above-average servicing costs – just days from first deliveries last year.

Denza is BYD's premium luxury brand, set to launch in Australia during 2025/2026. Australia has been selected as the first right-hand-drive market for Denza, serving as a benchmark for the brand's global expansion strategy.

The initial lineup will include the B5 and B8 plug-in hybrid SUVs, with the electric D9 people mover also approved for sale and potentially launching in 2026 alongside 2-3 other models.

Denza B5

The Denza B5 is positioned as a competitor to the Toyota LandCruiser Prado and GWM Tank 500, with pricing starting around $81,000 drive-away for the base variant and $86,200 drive-away for the Leopard variant.

• Built on BYD's DM-O super-hybrid platform
• Almost 1,000km range capability
• First 2,000 customers receive free premium paint upgrade and interior trim enhancement (valued at $1,818)

Denza B8

The Denza B8 is a larger luxury SUV with premium positioning, priced around $98,400 drive-away for the 7-seater configuration and $108,000 drive-away for the 6-seater variant.

• DM-O super-hybrid platform
• Available in 7-seater and 6-seater configurations
• Multiple driving modes including off-road capabilities

Denza D9

The Denza D9 is an electric people mover that has recently been approved for sale in Australia. It will be offered in two variants:

• FWD variant: 230kW
• AWD variant: 275kW
• Dimensions: 5,250mm length x 1,960mm width x 1,920mm height
• Expected launch in 2026 alongside 2-3 other models

Market Reception and Availability

Denza has received around 5,000 expressions of interest from Australian buyers, demonstrating strong market appetite for the brand. Orders are now open for the B5 and B8 models. Denza aims to redefine luxury in the large SUV segment with more attainable pricing compared to traditional premium brands, making luxury features and advanced hybrid technology accessible to a broader range of customers.