The BYD Sealion 7 has finally arrived in the Philippines. We’ve seen it twice at the Bangkok International Motor Show, but now, it becomes an official option for Filipino car buyers.
According to BYD, the Sealion 7 is where performance meets practicality. Its powerplant is advertised to pack enough oomph for spirited drives, along with plenty of range for daily drives and weekend trips. Not to mention an AWD system and a few interesting drive modes to boot.
The crossover form factor then gives BYD Cars Philippines’ latest vehicle a sharp look and flexible people- and cargo-carrying capacities. There are a lot of details to unpack, so without further ado, here is everything you need to know about the Sealion 7.
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BYD Sealion 7 2026 Philippine prices:
The Sealion 7 is currently offered in a single AWD Performance variant at P2.588 million. However, buyers who opt to finance with the Bank of the Philippine Islands can avail themselves of an all-in down payment of P388,000. That also comes with a free year of comprehensive insurance. This promotion will be offered until June 30, 2026.
BYD Cars Philippines and ACMobility are also offering exclusive deals at the ongoing BYD Tech Tour at the Glorietta Activity Center. Interested buyers have until Sunday, May 31, to visit.
Exterior of the BYD Sealion 7 2026:
Up front, the Sealion 7 shares a similar nose with its plug-in hybrid sibling, the Sealion 6 DM-i. However, its sharper headlights and DRLs give it a more menacing impression, which is more akin to the fully electric Seal sedan. Overall, these two motifs give the Sealion 7 a sporty and swift look.
Its stance is then elevated by 20-inch rollers, shod in 245/45 R20 tires. The Sealion 7 is also much bigger than its photos suggest. Measuring at 4,830mm long, 1,925mm wide, and 1,620mm tall, it is longer than both the Tesla Model Y and the Toyota bZ4X. The 2,930mm wheelbase adds to its elongated appearance, along with the design lines that run across the doors.
Around back, BYD outfitted the Sealion 7 with two spoilers—one atop the power tailgate with another lip mounted just above the main taillight. There is also a curious ‘4.5S’ badge on the cargo door, which touts the Sealion 7’s supposed 0-100kph 4.5sec sprint. More on that later.
Interior of the BYD Sealion 7 2026:
Inside, the Sealion 7 is dressed with leather-wrapped seats and other soft materials on high-touch surfaces. The five-passenger cabin is also covered with soundproof windows, along with a panoramic glass roof.
As with most BYD vehicles, the dashboard is tied together by a large rotating 15.6-inch infotainment display. A smaller 10.25-inch instrument panel complements the main screen, as a 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system and ambient lighting setup cover the rest of the interior.
In terms of cargo capacity, the Sealion 7 features a front trunk with 58 liters of space. The main holding area at the back has an initial capacity of 500 liters, which can be expanded to up to 1,769 liters with the rear seats folded.
Powertrain specs of the BYD Sealion 7 2026:
This fully electric crossover uses an 82.6kWh battery to power its dual motors. While it is an AWD vehicle, the Sealion 7 favors its rear-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor. Generally, power is split 60% on the rear motor and 40% with the squirrel-cage induction asynchronous motor at the front. Between the metal, the suspension system comprises double-wishbone and multi-link setups on the front and back, along with frequency-selective damping and shock absorbers.
Total power output is rated at 523hp and 690Nm of torque. As its emblems suggest, it can hit the 100kph mark in just 4.5sec, but brand ambassador Nico Bolzico said he broke it 0.3sec faster.
On a full charge, the Sealion 7 is advertised to drive up to 542km. There are also four distinct drive modes to choose from—Economy, Normal, Sport, and Snow—with varying performance levels.
Extra features of the BYD Sealion 7 2026:
The Sealion 7 has the full DiPilot advanced driver-assistance suite onboard, with features such as adaptive cruise control, cross-traffic alerts, driver-attention warnings, and intelligent torque adaptation control. There is also a 360-degree camera system and six sensors to help with parking. A heads-up display has been added to the cockpit, along with cooling seats for the driver and front passenger.
The main screen is equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad is nearby. There are then four more USB ports and a 12V socket for charging. Finally, the Sealion 7 is Vehicle-2-Load-capable, and an adapter is included with every purchase.
More photos of the BYD Sealion 7 2026:
