BYD launches second generation Seal 07 in China from about $21,000
By Eve
BYD launched the second generation Seal 07 in China on Thursday, offering five variants: three battery electric and two plug in hybrid. Prices start at 139,900 yuan (about $21,000) for the plug in hybrid and 149,900 yuan (around $22,500) for the electric version, which uses a 76.7 kWh second generation Blade LFP battery for up to 481 miles (775 km) of CLTC range and a 328 hp (245 kW) rear motor. The plug in hybrid has a 37 kWh battery with up to 205 miles (330 km) of electric CLTC range, up from 143 miles (230 km) in the previous generation, as reported in the launch coverage.
Why it matters
A Camry sized EV with a large LFP pack at this price shows how hard BYD is pushing on value in the mid size segment, which will shape competitor pricing and the vehicle mix that charging networks plan around. The longer electric range on the plug in hybrid also points to more everyday charging use from hybrid drivers.
Source
- Original title
- “BYD’s newest EV is about as big as a Toyota Camry, but brings a lot more tech for $23K”
- Published
- 5 November 2026
- Updated
- 6 November 2026
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