Dynamic FWD
$56,990 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV
Entry. Single-motor FWD with 19 kWh battery and 103 km NEDC EV claim.
BYD
2026 BYD Sealion 8
Large 7-seat PHEV SUV
On sale nowPlug-in hybrid
From $56,990 plus on-road costs
The Sealion 8 is BYD's first three-row SUV for Australia, built on the Super Hybrid DM-i platform with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol paired to one or two electric motors.
From$56,990+ORC
Fuel use1 L/100 km
EV range152 km
Power359 kW
Battery35.6 kWh
Seats7
Warranty6 yrs / 150,000 km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Sealion 8 yet. On paper, dynamic AWD is the value pick with the large battery, dual-motor traction and most of the family-relevant gear. Confirm ANCAP testing status with your local BYD store before signing.
Why consider it
- The cheapest seven-seat PHEV SUV on the Australian market by a clear margin.
- Dual-motor AWD makes 359 kW with a 4.9 second 0 to 100 claim, and the AWD variants run a 35.6 kWh LFP pack for 152 km NEDC EV range.
What to know
- Range and fuel claims sit on the older NEDC cycle, ANCAP rating is not yet published, and BYD's dealer footprint is still expanding outside the metros.
Who it suits
Big families chasing the cheapest seven-seat plug-in hybrid SUV on sale in Australia, PHEV-curious buyers wanting 152 km of EV-only running on the AWD variants, and long-haul drivers eyeing the 1,117 km claimed combined range.
Small families
7 seats
Towing
Built to tow
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
152 km
Electric-only range
35.6 kWh
Battery
6 yrs / 150,000 km
Warranty
Battery 8 yrs / 160,000 km.
Grades and pricing
3 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | Fuel use | EV range | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic FWD | $56,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV | Entry. Single-motor FWD with 19 kWh battery and 103 km NEDC EV claim. | |||
| Dynamic AWD | $63,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV | Value pick. Dual-motor AWD, 35.6 kWh battery, 4.9 second 0 to 100 claim. | |||
| Premium AWD | $70,990 +ORC | 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV | 1.0 L/100 km | 152 km EV | 359 kW | Flagship. Panoramic roof, premium audio, ventilated front seats and head-up display. |
Dynamic AWD
$63,990 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV
Value pick. Dual-motor AWD, 35.6 kWh battery, 4.9 second 0 to 100 claim.
Premium AWD
$70,990 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.5L turbo 4cyl PHEV
- Fuel use
- 1.0 L/100 km
- EV range
- 152 km EV
- Power
- 359 kW
Flagship. Panoramic roof, premium audio, ventilated front seats and head-up display.
Practicality and safety
7 seats
Seating
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a 3,500 kg braked tow rating, a published ANCAP score (testing is pending), or the longer 7-year warranty offered on the Kia Sorento PHEV.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the BYD Sealion 8 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $56,990 plus on-roads for the Dynamic FWD and tops out at $70,990 plus on-roads for the Premium AWD, across 3 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
How far can the BYD Sealion 8 go on electricity?
103 km NEDC EV range on the Dynamic FWD (19 kWh battery) and 152 km NEDC EV range on the Dynamic AWD and Premium AWD (35.6 kWh battery).
How many seats does the BYD Sealion 8 have?
Seven, in a two-three-two layout. Captain's chair options are available on the Premium AWD.
What is the BYD Sealion 8 warranty?
6 years or 150,000 km on the vehicle, with 8 years or 160,000 km on the Blade LFP traction battery.
The BYD Sealion 8 in full
The Sealion 8 is BYD's first three-row SUV for Australia, built on the Super Hybrid DM-i platform with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol paired to one or two electric motors. Three seven-seat grades from $56,990 to $70,990 plus on-roads, with the AWD pair making 359 kW combined and claiming up to 152 km of NEDC EV range from the 35.6 kWh LFP battery.
From$56,990+ORC
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