Premium
$54,990 +ORC
- Battery
- 82.56 kWh
- Range
- 482 km WLTP
- Power
- 230 kW
- DC charge
- 230 kW
BYD
2026 BYD Sealion 7
Medium electric SUV
On sale nowBattery electric
From $54,990 plus on-road costs
BYD's first medium electric SUV for Australia, sized to take on the Tesla Model Y and built around the 82.5 kWh Blade LFP battery.
From$54,990+ORC
Range (WLTP)up to 482 km
Power230 to 390 kW
Battery82.56 kWh
DC charge230 kW
Boot500 L
Warranty6 yrs / 150,000 km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Sealion 7 yet. On paper, premium is the volume pick on range, Performance is the price-to-pace pick. The promised single-motor RWD entry is not on the Australian price list yet.
Why consider it
- $54,990 plus on-roads buys a 230 kW dual-motor AWD with the 82.5 kWh Blade LFP pack.
- The Performance variant does 4.5 seconds for half the money of a Tesla Model Y Performance.
What to know
- 230 kW DC peak trails 800V rivals, and BYD's Australian dealer footprint is still expanding outside the metros.
Who it suits
Tesla Model Y conquest buyers chasing a panoramic roof and the LFP cycle-life story from $54,990 plus on-roads, with dual-motor AWD in the $63,990 Performance.
Small families
Practical everyday space
EV first-timers
up to 482 km WLTP, charge at home
Keen drivers
230 to 390 kW on tap
Range, charging and ownership
EV essentials at a glance.up to 482 km
WLTP range
Real-world range will vary with speed, weather and load.
230 kW
DC fast charging
8 yrs / 160,000 km
Battery warranty
Vehicle warranty 6 yrs / 150,000 km.
Grades and pricing
2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Battery | Range | Power | DC charge | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $54,990 +ORC | 82.56 kWh | 482 km WLTP | 230 kW | 230 kW | |
| Performance | $63,990 +ORC | 82.56 kWh | 456 km WLTP | 390 kW | 230 kW |
Performance
$63,990 +ORC
- Battery
- 82.56 kWh
- Range
- 456 km WLTP
- Power
- 390 kW
- DC charge
- 230 kW
Practicality and safety
500 L
Boot space. 1,800 L seats down
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2025
RWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want faster DC charging (Hyundai Ioniq 5 N runs 350 kW), a dense Australian service network, or Tesla-grade over-the-air updates.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the BYD Sealion 7 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $54,990 plus on-roads for the Premium and tops out at $63,990 plus on-roads for the Performance, across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
What is the range of the BYD Sealion 7?
482 km WLTP on the Premium AWD and 456 km WLTP on the Performance AWD, from the same 82.5 kWh LFP Blade battery.
How fast does the BYD Sealion 7 charge?
230 kW peak DC. AC charging tops out at 11 kW three-phase.
What is the BYD Sealion 7 warranty?
6 years or 150,000 km on the vehicle, with 8 years or 160,000 km on the LFP Blade battery.
The BYD Sealion 7 in full
BYD's first medium electric SUV for Australia, sized to take on the Tesla Model Y and built around the 82.5 kWh Blade LFP battery. Two AWD variants on sale, with the Premium chasing range and the Performance chasing pace.
From$54,990+ORC
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