Commencement of pre-orders for BYD's Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan, priced from $12,250.
In a significant move, Chinese automobile manufacturer BYD has added a new member to its Seal family with the launch of the Seal 05 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid sedan. The unveiling took place on October 18, 2024, and the Seal 05 DM-i serves as the production version of BYD's Ocean-M concept.
The Seal 05 DM-i is a 4-door sedan that boasts a 1.5L Plug-in Hybrid engine, supplemented by an electric motor, offering a combined power of 194 kW (262 horsepower) and a torque of 236 Nm. The vehicle is equipped with BYD's fifth-generation DM technology, ensuring ultra-low fuel consumption and a long range.
The Seal 05 DM-i measures 4726 mm in length, 1880 mm in width, and 1720 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2712 mm. The sedan rolls on 235/50 R19 alloy wheels and offers a seating capacity of 5. The vehicle's battery, a Lithium Iron Phosphate unit, has a capacity of 18.3 kWh, providing an electric-only range of up to 115 km (NEDC) or 93 km (WLTC).
The Seal 05 DM-i is available in four colours: White, Gray, Red, and Blue. The sedan, which is BYD's fifth model in the Seal family, targets the affordable family sedan market. It offers three variants with starting prices of RMB 89,800 ($12,250), RMB 99,800 ($14,000), and RMB 109,800 ($15,000) respectively.
Pre-sales for the Seal 05 DM-i have already commenced, and the vehicle is expected to hit the roads soon. The Seal family has been a significant contributor to BYD's success, with the family selling 389,339 units in 2024, accounting for 9 percent of BYD's full-year NEV sales.
The Seal family's success is evident in the market, with the Seal 05 DM-i joining the Seal 06 DM-i hybrid sedan, which was launched on May 28, 2024, and the 2025 Seal sedan, BYD's first LiDAR-equipped model, which was launched on August 8, 2024. The Seal family's growth and competitive pricing strategy position it well to meet the diverse car needs of different users.
For those interested in the Seal 05 DM-i, it is recommended to check with local dealerships or BYD announcements for specific pricing in your region. The Seal 07 DM-i hybrid sedan, launched at the same event as the 2025 Seal sedan, has a starting price of RMB 139,800 ($19,000). The all-electric Seal sedan went on sale on July 29, 2022, while the Seal 6 DM-i hybrid sedan was launched on May 28, featuring DM 5.0 hybrid technology.
BYD's next big launch is the X MPV, scheduled for January 8, 2025. The Seal family's continued growth and success are set to further strengthen BYD's position in the automobile market.
- BYD, a Chinese automobile manufacturer, has expanded its Seal family with the introduction of the Seal 05 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid sedan, marking a significant step in the energy and transportation industry.
- The Seal 05 DM-i, unveiled on October 18, 2024, is a 4-door sedan with a 1.5L Plug-in Hybrid engine and an electric motor, generating a combined power of 194 kW (262 horsepower) and a torque of 236 Nm.
- Powered by BYD's fifth-generation DM technology, the Seal 05 DM-i boasts ultra-low fuel consumption, contributing to the finance and energy sectors.
- In terms of dimensions, the Seal 05 DM-i measures 4726 mm in length, 1880 mm in width, and 1720 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2712 mm, and offers a seating capacity of 5.
- The Seal family, including the Seal 05 DM-i, has been a key factor in BYD's success, with sales of 389,339 units in 2024, making up 9 percent of BYD's full-year NEV sales.
- The Seal 05 DM-i targets the affordable family sedan market, offering three variants with starting prices of RMB 89,800 ($12,250), RMB 99,800 ($14,000), and RMB 109,800 ($15,000) respectively.
- The Seal family's growth and competitive pricing strategy position it well to meet the diverse car needs of different users in the automotive technology and finance industry, bolstering BYD's market presence in China and overseas.
