We love our 5-seater BYD, but with two growing teenagers and grandparents visiting, we've been waiting for a proper 5-metre 3-row 7-seater. Just dug through the full spec sheet on the upcoming BYD Sealion 8:
1. Key Highlights & What Stood Out to Me
For larger families waiting for a dedicated 3-row 7-seater SUV above the Sealion 6 and Sealion 7, here is the full specification breakdown of the BYD Sealion 8 (7-Seater Flagship SUV) heading to global export markets:
- Dimensions: 5,040 mm length × 1,996 mm width × 2,950 mm wheelbase (genuine adult-sized 3rd row + 2-3-2 or 2-2-2 captain's chair layout).
- Powertrains: Available in both 5th-Gen DM-p AWD Plug-In Hybrid (400 kW, 1,250 km combined range) and 800V Pure EV AWD.
- Chassis: Standard DiSus-C adaptive damping + rear-axle steering for easy school-run parking.
2. Closer Look at the Specs & Hardware Packaging
| Technical Parameter | Official BYD Specification & Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Platform Architecture | e-Platform 3.0 Evo with CTB (Cell-to-Body) Integration |
| Drivetrain & Peak RPM | 23,000 RPM Traction Motor (Up to 390 kW / 690 Nm AWD) |
| DC Fast Charging Peak | Up to 230 kW CCS2 (10% to 80% SOC in ~24 Minutes) |
| Chassis & Safety | DiSus-C Adaptive Damping + 5-Star ANCAP/Euro NCAP (93% Child) |
3. DM-p Plug-In Hybrid vs 800V Pure EV for a 7-Seater Family Hauler?
If you were ordering the 7-seater Sealion 8 for school runs and interstate family holidays, would you go for the 400 kW DM-p Super Hybrid (1,250 km range) or the 800V Pure EV AWD version?