On paper at least, there's almost everything here you might want, not only from a mainstream-brand mid-sized electric SUV but also from something much pricier at the upper end of this class from a premium maker. In reality, it doesn't quite work out like that. The brand still needs to perfect European-style drive dynamics and more accessible infotainment technology. And we continue to be surprised that a battery manufacturer as accomplished as BYD can't offer better drive range figures; and still hasn't adopted kind of 800V electrical infrastructure for its cars that would enable them to use the fastest ultra-rapid DC Chargers.
But there are compensations; sharp looks, lots and lots of equipment, a refined comfortable drive demeanour and more cabin space than most other cars in this segment. So getting to know this Sealion might actually be worth thinking about. The Chinese makers are no longer merely 'coming'; they're here, they're good and with cars like this, they're here to stay.

Electric tailgate with kick to open function

Quad zone intelligent voice control - "Hi, BYD"

ISOFIX and i-Size for front passenger and outer rear seats

Front passenger airbag deactivation switch

Panoramic roof with electrically adjustable sunshade

Front and rear USB ports - 1 x 18W Type C + 1x 60W Type C

Driving modes - Eco, Comfort, Sport, Snow

Front passenger seat 6 way electric adjustment and ventilation

4 x One click lift window with anti-pinch

Exterior mirrors - Electrically adjustable, electrically folding, heated, reverse auto-tilt and position memory

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

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BYD Sealion 7

230kW Comfort 83kWh 5dr Auto