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    BYD Sealion 5

    The new BYD Sealion 5 is a medium SUV available in Australia from $38,027 (driveaway) for the Essential variant and topping out at $42,147 for the Premium variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Sealion 5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2025.

    The new Sealion 5 is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is only available with a hybrid motor that produces 156kW. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Driveaway
    $38,027 - $42,147†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    SUV
    Powertrain Type
    PHEV

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    Driveaway
    $38,027 - $42,147†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    SUV
    Powertrain Type
    PHEV

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    BYD Sealion 5

    Available Variants

    The BYD Sealion 5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Essential and the most expensive being Premium.

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    Pros

    • Promise of bargain pricing, value
    • Plenty of space for families
    • Soft, comfortable tuning

    Cons

    • Not enough wheeltime... yet
    • Full price and specs remain TBC
    • A bit rolly polly in the bends
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    Essential

    2025

    $38,027

    Premium

    2025

    $42,147

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    1.5L PHEV
    Fuel
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    SUV
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    156 kW

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    Sealion 5

    Dimensions

    4,738 mm
    1,860 mm
    1,710 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,738 mm
    Overall Width1,860 mm
    Overall Height1,710 mm
    Wheelbase2,712 mm
    Turning Circle12,000 mm
    Load Capacity410 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Sales Data

    2026729YTD Sales

    BYD Sealion 5 Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BYD Sealion 5 is the Essential variant that starts from $38,027.

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    The most expensive BYD Sealion 5 is the Premium variant that starts from $42,147.

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    The largest BYD Sealion 5 is the Essential variant which measures 1860mm wide, 4738mm in length and sits 1710mm tall.

    All variants of the BYD Sealion 5 have a maximum power of 156kW.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is built in China and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest BYD Sealion 5 is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2195 kg.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

    † Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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