BYD Sealion 05 DM-i
Key Attributes
Product Summary
The BYD Sealion 05 DM-i is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV with BYD's 5th-gen DM-i system, a 26.6 / 34.3 kWh Blade battery, 220 km or 305 km CLTC pure-electric range, 2,105 km combined range and 3.1 L/100 km depleted fuel use.
Product Details
The BYD Sealion 05 DM-i is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV from BYD's Ocean series, powered by the 5th-generation DM-i super hybrid (1.5L engine + 120 kW front motor + E-CVT). With a 26.6 / 34.3 kWh Blade battery it delivers 220 km or 305 km CLTC pure-electric range and a 2,105 km combined range, ideal for both daily EV commuting and worry-free long trips.
Key Highlights
- 5th-Gen DM-i Hybrid – 1.5L engine (74 kW / 101 hp) + 120 kW / 210 N·m front motor; 0–100 km/h in 8.4–8.6 s; NEDC depleted fuel use only 3.1 L/100 km, 65 L tank.
- Long Electric Range – 2nd-gen Blade LFP battery, 26.6 kWh (220 km CLTC) or 34.3 kWh (305 km CLTC); DC fast charge 57/74 kW (30–80% in ~16/18.5 min), 3.3 kW AC, 6 kW V2L discharge.
- Spacious & Smart – 4,620 mm length, 2,770 mm wheelbase (+50 mm vs old gen), 5 seats, ~508 L boot; 12.8" / 15.6" rotating touchscreen + 8.8" cluster, DiLink 4.0, 5G, OTA.
- L2 Intelligent Driving – DiPilot 100 standard (ACC, lane-centering, AEB); DiPilot 300 LiDAR optional on top trim for city NOA.
- Safety & Comfort – high-strength body, ESC + multiple airbags, 215/55 R18 wheels, panoramic glass roof, ventilated/heated seats and 50W wireless charging on higher trims.
Variant Comparison
| Item | 220km (Starter/Flagship) | 305km (Flagship/Nav) |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | FWD, E-CVT, 5th-gen DM-i | |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L 74 kW + 120 kW / 210 N·m front motor | |
| Battery (Blade) | 26.6 kWh | 34.3 kWh |
| CLTC Range | 220 km EV / 2,105 km total | 305 km EV / 2,105 km total |
| DC Fast Charge | 57 kW (30–80% ~16 min) | 74 kW (30–80% ~18.5 min) |
| Screen | 12.8" + 8.8" | 15.6" + 8.8" |
| ADAS | DiPilot 100 (opt.) | DiPilot 100 / DiPilot 300 LiDAR (opt.) |
Common Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L naturally aspirated (L4), 74 kW / 126 N·m |
| Electric Motor | Permanent-magnet synchronous, front, 120 kW / 210 N·m |
| Transmission | E-CVT (electronic continuously variable) |
| Battery | 2nd-gen Blade LFP (FinDreams), 26.628 / 34.275 kWh |
| Range | 220 / 305 km CLTC EV; 2,105 km combined |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4,620 × 1,860 × 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mm |
| Seats / Body | 5 seats, 5-door SUV |
| Curb Weight | 1,720 kg (220) / 1,780 kg (305) |
| Fuel Tank | 65 L |
| Charging | DC 57/74 kW; AC 3.3 kW; V2L 6 kW |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h |
Available in exterior colors (Snow White, Delan Black, Time Grey, Misty Grey, Deep Sea Blue) with black or cream interior. Left-hand-drive export configuration; LHD-to-RHD conversion and export certification can be arranged per destination market. Equipped with heat-pump AC (higher trims), battery pre-heating and 6 kW V2L external discharge for camping and outdoor use.