Power Wheels Magazine A Notch Above
Build Your Dreams (BYD), the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) brand in the Philippines and around the world, introduced their 14th model in the BYD Philippines model lineup and their all-electric performance sport utility vehicle (SUV) – the all-new BYD Sealion 7.
BYD Sealion 7 in Shark Grey
As the brand’s flagship compact SUV, the Sealion 7 is equipped with BYD’s latest EV technology that maximizes energy efficiency, driving performance, luxurious comfort and unparalleled safety. Available in Aurora White, Shark Grey, Deep Sea Blue, or Cosmos Black, the Sealion 7’s sleek and sporty exterior rivals the designs of high-end European models. Its premium and functional interior pampers its occupants with leather seats that has built-in vents, dual zone AC, 15.6-inch rotating infotainment screen, 12-speaker Dynaudio Sound System with optional karaoke function, and a large panoramic glass roof.
The large panoramic glass roof provides a bright airy feeling to the Sealion 7’s modern interior.
523 hp, 690 Nm of Torque + 542 kms Range
Two permanent magnet synchronous electric motors provide the Sealion 7 with 530 PS (523 horsepower) and 690 Newton-meters of torque delivered to an AWD (All-Wheel Drive), enabling the BYD Sealion 7 to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds. Its 82.56 kWh BYD Blade Battery I, which is renowned for long-range, durable and ultra-safe power, can provide 542 kilometers range from a single charge.
This All-Electric Performance SUV can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in a mere 4.5 seconds.
With a fully-charged battery, the Sealion 7 can also function as an emergency power source through its V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) function. Charging the Blade Battery is easy with various AC and DC charging options, such as the included Portable Charger, the packaged 7kW Wall Charger that can be installed at your home, and the nationwide network of ACMobility EV Charging Hubs. These charging options ensure that range anxiety is now a thing of the past.
Deep Sea Blue Sealion 7 functions as an outdoor power source using its V2L feature.
Driver Assistance, Safety & Remote Access
BYD equipped the Sealion 7 with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assistance system (DiPilot ADAS & Safety) including a 360° View Camera, FCW/RCW (Front/Rear Collision Warning), RCTA/RCTB (Rear Cross Traffic Alert/Braking), AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking), LDA/LKA (Lane Departure/Keeping Assist) BSM (Blind Side Monitor), and DOW (Door Open Warning). Other active and passive safety features include TCS (Traction Control System), HHC/HDC (Hill Hold/Descent Control) and 8 airbags.
The Sealion 7 is equipped with All-Around Safety, including DiPilot ADAS & Safety, the brand’s proprietary advanced driving assistance system.
The Sealion 7 likewise offers with the BYD App, which can control some of the vehicle’s features from a distance. The BYD App can start the Sealion 7 remotely or show valuable data such as battery level, mileage, speed, and others. The Sealion 7 can also be access using the NFC Card while its key fob can lock/unlock its doors, open the rear hatch, open windows, and start this all-electric performance SUV remotely.
You can access the Sealion 7 in 3 ways – using its keyfob, via the NFC Card or remotely thru the BYD App.
Substantial Savings on Operating Costs
More than power and performance, the Sealion 7 offers operational efficiency with an estimated running cost of P2.20 per kilometer, which can provide up to 70% savings compared to the running costs of gas- and diesel-powered SUVs. And the Sealion 7’s once-a-year periodic maintenance service (PMS) can yield 80% savings on the total cost of ownership over a 5-year period compared to SUVs with ICE (internal combustion engines).
Aurora White BYD Sealion 7 demonstrates charging at an ACMobility Charging Hub.
For the customers’ peace of mind, the Sealion 7 comes with factory warranties – including a 6-Year Vehicle Warranty, 8-Year Electric Battery Warranty and 8-Year Electric Drive Unit Warranty – 24/7 Hotline for emergency roadside assistance, and the aftersales service support of 81 BYD dealerships nationwide.
ACMobility’s Power-on-Wheels mobile charging vans can come to you when there’s no charging station nearby, as demonstrated with this Cosmos Black Sealion 7.
All these technologies come in an accessible price of P2,588,000. And for a limited time only, potential customers can avail through BPI Auto Loan of a down-payment of only P388,000 all in with 1-year comprehensive insurance until June 30, 2026.
Experience the BYD Sealion 7 All-Electric Performance SUV at the BYD Tech Tour happening from May 28-31, 2026 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City.
