2026 BYD Sealion 6
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This is a brand-new 2026 BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD with 0 km on the clock, presented as a new car and ready for first registration. The cabin layout is five seats and five doors, giving straightforward family practicality without compromise. As a modern family SUV it blends usable interior space with a contemporary hybrid powertrain.
Under the bonnet the DM-i 1.5L plug‑in hybrid and E‑CVT work with all‑wheel drive and a combined 324 hp to deliver strong real-world performance and flexible economy; the manufacturer’s claimed consumption is 1.4 L/100km, useful for long touring and daily running-cost planning. The AWD and instant electric assistance suit mixed driving duties from suburban school runs to longer Gauteng trips.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng — enquire to book a viewing or a test drive and compare this new Sealion 6 for sale with other Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD listings on Auto.co.za if you wish.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV for those who demand power and performance - the all-new automatic SUV with a full service history. With its 5 doors and spacious boot size of up to 1440 liters, this SUV is perfect for all your adventures. Standing tall at 1670mm high, and measuring 4775mm long and 1890mm wide, this SUV commands attention on the road.
Under the hood, you'll find a powerhouse engine delivering 238.00 kW and 550.00 Nm of torque, allowing you to go from 0-100km/hr in just 5.90 seconds. With all-wheel drive capabilities, this SUV is equipped to handle any terrain with ease. And with seating for 5, you can bring the whole family along for the ride.
Don't settle for anything less than the best - experience the power and luxury of this SUV today. Drive in style and comfort, knowing you have the performance and reliability to take you wherever you want to go.
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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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