BYD Sealion 05 EV takes on the compact SUV market
On December 9, the BYD Sealion 05 EV was exposed by the Chinese MIIT, positioned as a compact SUV with a five-seat layout under BYD’s Ocean series. Previously, its sister vehicle, the Sealion 05 DM-i, powered by BYD’s fifth-generation DM plug-in hybrid system, was launched in September this year with a price range of 112,800 – 142,800 yuan (15,500 – 19,700 USD).
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As a pure electric model, the exterior of the BYD Sealion 05 EV adopts a new appearance compared to the BYD Sealion 05 DM-i, following the brand’s Ocean Aesthetics design language. The front face is closed and the BYD logo is now above the LED light strip, which connects to the slender headlights on both sides.
The rear is decorated with wave-like through-type taillighs inlaid with the BYD logo. At the same time, the EV logo is located on the lower left, further signifying the car’s identity. The BYD Sealion 05 EV runs on either 215/60R17 or 215/55R18 tires.
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Additionally, optional configurations such as rearview mirror mounting base, roof luggage rack color, a panoramic sunroof, high-mounted brake lights with cameras, side radar, side chrome decorative strips, front bumper radar and camera, rear bumper radar, rear side privacy glass, and tail logos are available for consumers to choose from.
The BYD Sealion 05 EV has a length, width, and height of 4520/1860/1630 mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2720 mm. For reference, the length, width, and height of the Sealion 05 DM-i are 4710/1880/1720 mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2712 mm. Two curb weight options were declared: 1670 kg and 1780 kg. The approach angle is 20° and the departure angle is 25°.
In terms of power, two permanent magnet synchronous motor options are offered combined with BYD’s Blade battery pack:
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- Model TZ200XSBE: 160 kW (215 hp)
- Model TZ200XSAY: 140 kW (188 hp)
The top speed is 180 km/h. We’ll watch for more information closely.
In October, the BYD Sealion 05 DM-i sold 10,525 units, a month-on-month increase of 249.6%, one month after its launch, bringing its cumulative sales volume to 13,536 units.
资料来源 Chinese MIIT
