2026 BYD Sealion 6
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This is a brand-new 2026 BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Dynamic with 0 km on the clock, presented as a showroom-new example in immaculate condition. It suits buyers who want a modern family SUV with the latest hybrid drivetrain and contemporary specification.
Under the bonnet this Sealion 6 DM-i Dynamic pairs a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid motor producing 218 hp with an E-CVT for smooth, low-effort driving; claimed combined consumption is a frugal 1.1 L/100 km and the layout is front-wheel drive. Five doors and five seats give everyday usability for family duties, commuting and light touring, while the plug-in capability keeps running costs low for urban use.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng. If you’re looking for a new Sealion 6 for sale or a plug_in_hybrid suv in Gauteng, enquire to book a viewing or test drive and compare other Sealion 6 DM-i Dynamic listings on Auto.co.za.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV for your next adventure - the sleek and powerful automatic gearbox SUV with a full service history. With 5 doors for easy access and a spacious boot size of up to 1440 litres, you'll have plenty of room for all your gear.
Standing tall at 1670mm high and measuring 4775mm long and 1890mm wide, this SUV is ready to take on any road with its impressive power of 160.00 kW and 300.00 Nm of torque. Accelerate from 0-100km/hr in just 8.50 seconds and feel the thrill of the open road.
Driven by front wheels and equipped with 5 seats, this SUV offers both comfort and performance. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the perfect blend of style, space, and power in one incredible vehicle. Drive away in the SUV of your dreams today!
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BYD Sealion 6 safety rating
Rated 5 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection — ANCAP, 2023.
Australian-market RHD rating — indicative for SA only where the SA derivative matches the tested safety spec (airbags/ESC/AEB).
BYD Sealion 6
BYD’s Sealion 6 plants itself right in the thick of South Africa’s plug-in hybrid SUV scrum, going after families who want the perks of electric driving but aren’t ready to wave goodbye to petrol entirely. Think school runs from Sandton to Fourways or the N1 crawl into Cape Town CBD, but with a plug-in twist. The competition is fierce — Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro e+, MG HS PHEV — and in this bracket, price gaps are where deals live or die. Every Sealion 6 is a plug-in hybrid with a 1.5-litre petrol heart, an electric motor, and a CVT, so there’s no confusion at the dealership: you’re buying this drivetrain, full stop. With 62 out of 65 listings brand new, we’re looking at a fresh face in the local market, starting at R619,500 and topping out at R908,385, with the sweet spot hovering around R689,900. Most buyers will land on the 1.5 Dynamic FWD PHEV, because it’s everywhere — 49 listings between R629,900 and R699,900, which is where the action is. The Comfort FWD PHEV shaves a few grand and a couple of features, dipping to R619,500, while the Premium AWD PHEV takes things north with all-wheel drive and a punchier spec at R908,385. Used options? Nearly non-existent, with just three on the market and barely run in. Here’s where BYD pulls ahead: you get AWD if you want it, and a bigger battery than any rival, which isn’t just a numbers game — it’s what the Sealion 6 should have been from the start, especially since South Africans are now installing home chargers like it’s a new geyser. On paper at least, this PHEV nails the JHB–Pretoria shuffle and the after-hours recharge, striking a real-world balance between cost, convenience, and future-proofing.
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2026 BYD Sealion 6
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BYD Sealion 6 FAQs
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