Suv Plug-In Hybrid e-CVT AWD 5-seat

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First South African SEALION 6 DM-i generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
SEALION 6 DM-i is a South African SUV with a suv body and plug-in hybrid power.
ZAR 799,900
On-road in
ZAR 815,349
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 799,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 7,199
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 799,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 11,216/month Based on Comfort DM-i FWD Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1497cc (1.5L) Torque:220Nm (162 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:180mm (7.1″) Power:96kW (129 bhp) Electric Range:70km Battery:18.3kWh Boot425L (15.0 cu ft)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 17.2 km/l (40 mpg)
City 13.3 km/l (31 mpg)
Highway 17.5 km/l (41 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 11,216
Total Interest
ZAR 162,974
Total Payable
ZAR 672,974
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the Comfort DM-i FWD. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i

SEALION 6 DM-i is a South African SUV with a suv body and plug-in hybrid power.

The BYD SEALION 6 DM-i is a five-seat plug-in-hybrid SUV with a deliberately broad South African range. Every derivative uses an 18.3 kWh battery, but the official electric-range claims differ: 80 km for the front-wheel-drive pair and 70 km for the more powerful Premium. This is a comfortably sized medium-to-large family crossover, not a seven-seater. It should carry four or five people and normal holiday luggage, but buyers should test large pushchairs, sports kit and child seats. BYD publishes 4.8 L/100 km for the front-wheel-drive variants and 5.8 L/100 km for Premium under its stated method. Sustained motorway speed, low battery state, heavy loads, steep terrain and climate use can increase petrol consumption. The petrol engine preserves flexibility for rural and cross-country routes, while home charging makes the daily experience quieter and can reduce fuel stops. Premium adds both equipment and a materially different 238 kW all-wheel-drive powertrain. Heated and ventilated front seats and an electric tailgate are not available on Comfort and are standard on Dynamic and Premium. For most households, Comfort offers the best ratio of space, range and price. BYD South Africa's published warranty table lists five-year or 100,000 km complete-vehicle cover, eight-year or 200,000 km power-battery cover and five-year or 100,000 km drive-unit cover for the SEALION 6. First South African launch generation; the three-derivative local range remains current as at August 2026. First South African SEALION 6 DM-i generation, a five-seat plug-in-hybrid family SUV. All use an 18.3 kWh battery. Time Grey, Arctic White, Delan Black and Smokey Gray are listed across the South African range. A spacious five-seat cabin with a 12.3-inch driver display and derivative-dependent centre screen. The SEALION 6 suits a family that wants more cabin presence and battery range than a compact plug-in hybrid but does not require seven seats. A proper look at the SEALION 6 DM-i begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, an SUV body sits beside Plug-in Hybrid power, while a South African price reference of R639,900 sets a practical boundary. Here, a power output of 72 kW @ 6000 rpm sits beside a e-CVT transmission, while a e-CVT transmission sets a practical boundary for SEALION 6 DM-i. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for SEALION 6 DM-i. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for SEALION 6 DM-i

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i — Quick Facts

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2024
Body Style
SUV
Generation
First South African SEALION 6 DM-i generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Medium SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Facelift History
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Length
4775 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1670 mm
Wheelbase
2765 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
425 l
Kerb Weight
2100 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2510 kg
Payload Capacity
410 kg
Towing Capacity
1300 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
Front Headroom
980 mm
Rear Headroom
910 mm
Front Legroom
1120 mm
Rear Legroom
820 mm
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Hybrid System
Series-Parallel Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
96 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque
220 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
Combined Power
238 kW
Combined Torque
550 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
2
Motor Location
Front + Rear
Drive Type
AWD
Transmission
e-CVT
Top Speed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
5.9 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Mud, Sand, Snow
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
113.3 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
261.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
18.3 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
339.2 V
Electric Range
70 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
7 kW
DC Charging Power
18 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
35 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
Not Available
Gearbox
e-CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Front and rear electric drive units
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
Drivetrain
AWD
Axle Layout
4x4
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Available
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Automatic electric all-wheel drive
Gear Shift Type
Crystal gearshift knob
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
840 km
Electric Consumption
179 Wh/km
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Combined Driving Range
870 km (WLTP)
Range Real World Highway
1091 km
Real-world Mileage
15.6 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
60
Auto Start Stop
Integrated hybrid engine stop/start
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Highway Mileage
17.5 km/l
City Mileage
13.3 km/l
Claimed Mileage
17.2 km/l
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
7
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric adjustment
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather
Steering Wheel Material
Synthetic leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Synthetic leather
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Automatic
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Infotainment System
15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
10
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
15.6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Full LCD instrument display
Roof Rails
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Time Grey, Arctic White, Delan Black, Smokey Gray
Fog Lamps
Front and rear fog lamps
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Mud, Sand, Snow
Wading Depth
358.8 mm
4WD System Type
Electric all-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
19 deg
Departure Angle
21 deg
Locking Differential
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Size
235/50 R19
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
19
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Service Plan
5 services/75000 km service plan; 5 years/100000 km maintenance plan
Warranty
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
CO2 Emissions
32 g/km
Pricing Role
flagship all-wheel-drive derivative
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
Ownership Role
flagship all-wheel-drive derivative
Starting Price
799900
Starting Price Zar
799900

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Market
South Africa
Brand
BYD
Brand Slug
byd
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
BYD
Model
SEALION 6 DM-i
OEM URL
https://www.byd.com/za/hybrid-cars/sealion-6
Source Name
BYD Auto South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.byd.com/za/hybrid-cars/sealion-6
Source URL
https://www.byd.com/material/byd-site/za/product/sealion-6/BYD%20Sealion%206%20DMi%20Specifications%20%20-%20SA.pdf
Variant
Premium DM-i AWD
Fuel Economy Combined
5.8
Fuel Efficiency
5.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption
5.8
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.8 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
5.8
Price Source
South African retail-market RRP listing (secondary verification)
Driving fit

Where the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

First, choose between ordinary family performance and high-output all-wheel drive. The best buyer for SEALION 6 DM-i can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare an SUV body and Plug-in Hybrid power with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
The broad body and sloping rear styling also deserve a parking and rear-visibility trial. The urban test for SEALION 6 DM-i should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. The vehicle’s engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid is only useful if access and visibility work in practice
Highway
For highway buyers, the SEALION 6 DM-i needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for SEALION 6 DM-i. Run SEALION 6 DM-i at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a e-CVT transmission, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain is more informative than maximum speed for SEALION 6 DM-i. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for SEALION 6 DM-i
Off-Road
Comfort and Dynamic are front-wheel drive and list Snow mode; Premium is all-wheel drive and lists Mud, Sand and Snow modes. A power output of 72 kW @ 6000 rpm may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor plug-in hybrid alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability
4.4/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.4 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i — Should You Buy It?

4.4/5
BYD SEALION 6 DM-i South Africa expert rating
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

SEALION 6 DM-i is a South African SUV with a suv body and plug-in hybrid power. Buyers should compare the current equipment sheet line by line because a trim name alone does not explain every feature. A fair review of SEALION 6 DM-i should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a South African price reference of R639,900, engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid and a power output of 72 kW @ 6000 rpm can be valuable for the right driver. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price The conclusion depends on the exact South African derivative, its price and the work it has to do.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Value 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Practicality 4.6/5 · 20%
4.6/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.5/5 · 15%
4.5/5
Comfort & technology 4.4/5 · 10%
4.4/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

SEALION 6 DM-i deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Buyers should compare the current equipment sheet line by line because a trim name alone does not explain every feature. A fair review of SEALION 6 DM-i should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a South African price reference of R639,900, engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid and a power output of 72 kW @ 6000 rpm can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for SEALION 6 DM-i is specific. A power output of 72 kW @ 6000 rpm gives it a reason to be considered, while a e-CVT transmission and a e-CVT transmission set the boundaries for SEALION 6 DM-i. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for SEALION 6 DM-i. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for SEALION 6 DM-i. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for SEALION 6 DM-i

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓South African price: R639,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓Power output: 72 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: e-CVT
  • ✓Gearbox: e-CVT
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for SEALION 6 DM-i can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for SEALION 6 DM-i depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written SEALION 6 DM-i quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate SEALION 6 DM-i budget.
  • ✕A short SEALION 6 DM-i test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕SEALION 6 DM-i capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent SEALION 6 DM-i grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published SEALION 6 DM-i figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm SEALION 6 DM-i stock and support terms.

BYD SEALION 6 DM-i FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i run from R639,900 to R799,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises Comfort DM-i FWD, Dynamic DM-i FWD, Premium DM-i AWD. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i is 180 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The BYD SEALION 6 DM-i engine specification depends on derivative: Comfort DM-i FWD, Dynamic DM-i FWD: 1498 cc, 72 kW (97 bhp); Premium DM-i AWD: 1497 cc, 96 kW (129 bhp). Compare the exact trim because its gearbox and equipment may also differ.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i range: Comfort DM-i FWD, Dynamic DM-i FWD: 20.8 km/l; Premium DM-i AWD: 17.2 km/l.

First, choose between ordinary family performance and high-output all-wheel drive. The best buyer for SEALION 6 DM-i can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

The broad body and sloping rear styling also deserve a parking and rear-visibility trial. The urban test for SEALION 6 DM-i should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded.

For highway buyers, the SEALION 6 DM-i needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for SEALION 6 DM-i.

Buyers researching the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i often compare it with rivals such as iCAUR 03T , Volkswagen T-Roc , GWM H7 , KIA Sportage , Volkswagen Tiguan . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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