2026 BYD Sealion 6
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This is a brand-new, 0 km example of the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD, offered in showroom condition and ready for first registration; the DM-i 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain and E-CVT are factory specification. As a model the Sealion 6 balances everyday comfort with long-distance capability.
The DM-i plug-in hybrid layout delivers very low claimed fuel consumption (1.4 L/100 km) and the AWD system gives extra traction for gravel or wet roads, while the CVT keeps power delivery smooth for family highway cruising and touring. That combination suits buyers who want reduced running costs without compromising on responsiveness for overtaking or loaded trips.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng. Enquire to book a viewing or test drive of this Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD and compare with other new Sealion 6 for sale or plug_in_hybrid suv in Gauteng on Auto.co.za.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV for all your driving needs! This automatic gearbox vehicle comes with a full service history and 5 doors for easy access. With a spacious boot size of up to 1440 litres, you'll have plenty of room for all your gear.
Standing tall at 1670mm high, 4775mm long, and 1890mm wide, this SUV is both powerful and spacious. With a whopping 238.00 kW of power and 550.00 Nm of torque, you can go from 0-100km/hr in just 5.90 seconds.
Drive confidently with all-wheel drive and enjoy the comfort of 5 seats for you and your passengers. Don't miss out on this incredible SUV that combines power, performance, and practicality in one sleek package.
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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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