Also sold as the Song Plus and Seal U in global markets, the Sealion 6 will be BYD’s first PHEV for the Indian market.
BYD is looking to strengthen its presence in India with several new models, local assembly and expansion of its dealer network. Another focus area is to create a more diverse portfolio beyond the existing all-electric lineup. One of the upcoming BYD models for India is the Sealion 6, which is part of the brand’s Ocean series.
Ahead of its expected launch later this year, the BYD Sealion 6 has been secretly spotted on road tests in India. The Sealion 6 PHEV has already been spotted testing in India. Let’s see the details.
BYD Sealion 6 – External Profile
A mid-size crossover SUV, the BYD Sealion 6 measures 4,775 mm in length, 1,890 mm in width and 1,670 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2,765 mm. It will be positioned as a premium, family-oriented SUV. The rear profile of the SUV can be seen in this latest look. Key features include a raked rear windshield, connected tail lamps and a strong bumper with metallic accents.
Compared to the Scion 7 that BYD currently offers in India, the Scion 6 has a more traditional SUV aesthetic. It has an honest, utility-focused profile. Key exterior features include smooth, futuristic lines, slatted grille design, sharp LED headlamps and DRLs and a shapely bonnet with distinctive grooves. The side profile features conventional door handles in body color finish, a prominent shoulder line, chrome-lined windows, large 19-inch alloy wheels, body cladding and a gently sloping roofline.
internal features
Inside, the BYD Sealion 6 offers a wide range of premium features. These include a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen, 12.3-inch LCD instrumentation and a 10-speaker Infinity audio system. Other key features include Head Up Display (HUD), synthetic leather-wrapped seats and steering wheel, power adjustable driver seat, heated and ventilated front seats, voice assistant and USB Type-A and Type-C ports.
The BYD Sealion 6 has two wireless phone chargers, automatic dual-zone air conditioner, keyless entry and start, and a tire repair kit. The safety package is quite strong with 7 airbags, front and rear parking sensors, rear camera and 360° surround view. It also includes features like hill hold control, adaptive cruise control and automatic vehicle hold. There is a wide range of ADAS features available with the SUV.
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In global markets, the BYD Sealion 6 is available with two powertrain options. One of these uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine, which generates 98 PS and 122 Nm torque. The SUV is equipped with an 18.3 kWh BYD Blade battery. The base variant has a FWD setup and its electric motor generates 145 kW (197 PS) and 300 Nm. Combined system output is 160 kW (217.5 PS). This variant can travel a distance of 80 kilometers in pure electric mode.
The top variant uses a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, which produces 130.5 PS and 220 Nm. This variant has all-wheel drive (AWD) and its electric motor produces 150 kW (204 PS). Combined power output is 238 kW (323.5 PS). The pure electric range of the AWD variant is 70 km. It is likely that India will get its top-spec AWD variant.
BYD is expected to launch the Sealion 6 in India by the end of this year. India will also get other NEVs in the mainstream segment this year. These include the Wuling Starlight (JSW MG Motors) and the JSW Jetour T2 (JSW Motors).