Chinese auto giant BYD continues to expand its large SUV family and introduces a seven-seat plug-in hybrid (PHEV) crossover Sealion 8The Sealion 8, the brand's first large three-row model, will be introduced to the Australian market in early 2026. Positioned above the all-electric Sealion 7, this model will provide a strong alternative to the Shark 6 hybrid.
Competitive Performance and Range
The Sealion 8 has a rechargeable hybrid structure that combines efficiency and power. The power unit, 110 kW power generating 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine and the electric motors work together. In all-wheel drive (AWD) versions, the total system power 359 kWIt reaches up to .
The battery options and electric range claims are quite impressive:
- Entry Level Dynamic: With 19 kWh battery To 103 km pure electric driving.
- Flagship Premium: 35,6 kWh without charging with battery pack To 152 km electric range up to.
The average fuel consumption of the vehicle on paper Only 1 liter per 100 km The description as suggests that it has both frugal daily use and effortless performance when needed.
Large Space and Luxurious Equipment
With a length of 5,04 meters and a wheelbase of 2.950 mm, the Sealion 8 offers more space than rivals like the Toyota Kluger. Despite the third row of seats, the luggage capacity increases when the seats are folded down. 1.960 liters It can go up to .
The interior is focused on luxury and technology. 15,6-inch rotating infotainment screen, 21 speaker sound system and presented in the first two rows massage chairs Equipped with high-end features such as: This equipment list elevates the Sealion 8 to a more premium position than a standard family SUV.
BYD Australia President Stephen Collins stated that the model has generated significant interest in Australia, receiving over 1,000 expressions of interest in its first week. BYD aims to sell approximately 8.400 Sealion 8s annually, making it one of its three main products on the continent. The figures suggest that Chinese hybrids could not only match but surpass their traditional gasoline-powered rivals in terms of technology and features.
