BYD Auto Co., Ltd is a subsidiary of BYD Company Limited, a Chinese conglomerate, known for manufacturing EVs, buses, trucks, and EV batteries.
BYD is currently the largest EV manufacturer globally, having ceased production of internal combustion engine vehicles in 2022.
The BYD Sealion 7 is a mid-size five-seater e-SUV, part of the Ocean Series, built on the e-Platform 3.0, offering a claimed electric range up to 312 miles.
The Sealion 7 uses the Blade Battery technology, features lithium iron phosphate cells, and offers bio-directional EV charging (V2L) as standard.
It is available with two EV battery sizes, an 11 kW AC onboard charger, and up to 230 kW DC charging capability.
Standard safety features include parking radars, lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, and a 15.6" touchscreen.
The Sealion 7 offers good interior space, a practical boot, an exterior fastback design, and various powertrain options.
It has an entry-level price starting from £46,990 and offers an EV battery warranty of 8 years or 100,000 miles.
Charging time for Sealion 7 ranges from 24 minutes to 14.9 hours, depending on the battery size and charging method.
With V2L charging, practical interior features, and competitive pricing, the BYD Sealion 7 is a notable addition to the EV market.