2026 BYD Sealion 6
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
Brand-new 2026 BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD with 0 km on the clock — factory condition and ready for ownership. This one-line introduction is a genuine new example of BYD’s plug-in approach; the body-style here is an suv aimed at family use with everyday refinement.
The DM-i 1.5L plug-in hybrid drivetrain pairs a 324 hp output with an E-CVT and claimed combined consumption of 1.4 L/100 km, giving strong acceleration and very low running costs for long tours or daily school runs. All-wheel drive and five doors with five seats keep the layout practical and usable, while the EV capability reduces fuel spend on short commutes.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng — enquire to book a viewing or a test drive if you want a new Sealion 6 for sale or to inspect this Sealion 6 DM-i Premium AWD.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV experience - our automatic gearbox, full service history SUV is ready to take you on your next adventure. With 5 doors 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, 4775mm long, and 1890mm wide, this powerhouse boasts a powerful 238.00 kW engine with 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 ready to tackle any terrain with ease.
Equipped with 5 comfortable seats, this SUV is perfect for road trips, family outings, or simply cruising around town in style. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this versatile and reliable vehicle - contact us today to schedule a test drive.
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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
Common questions about the BYD Sealion 6 in South Africa.