New large sedan added to BYD's lineup

BYD has introduced the Seal 08, a new large sedan that is the largest model in the Seal family. The vehicle is significantly larger than the current Seal model, with dimensions of 5,150 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,505 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 3,030 mm.

Design and interior features

The Seal 08 features a fastback sedan silhouette, slim front headlights, and a rear light bar that stretches across the entire width. Inside, the car includes a large central touchscreen and a digital dashboard, enhancing the user experience and modern feel of the vehicle.

Electric powertrain and battery technology

The Seal 08 offers a fully electric version with all-wheel drive and two motors, producing 694 horsepower. It is built on an 800 V high-voltage platform and uses a lithium-iron-phosphate battery, which provides a range of more than 1,000 km according to the Chinese CLTC mixed cycle. It also includes BYD's Flash Charging technology, which allows for 400 km of range to be recovered in five minutes.

Plug-in hybrid option and additional features

A plug-in hybrid version is available, combining a 156 horsepower internal combustion engine and a 272 horsepower electric motor. This PHEV version has a 45.36 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery, offering a fully electric range of between 270 km and 300 km. The total range is stated to be 1,660 km according to the Chinese CLTC homologation cycle. Additional features include rear-wheel steering, the DiSus-A intelligent suspension system, and a LiDAR module that activates the God's Eye B driving assistance system.

Market availability and future plans

The Seal 08 is currently available at Chinese dealerships. It may be renamed "BYD Seal 8" when it launches in the European market, expected to be at the end of 2026.