BYD Australia released the price and configuration information for its new 2026 Sealion 8 large SUV series today.
This plug-in hybrid model will be available in three vehicle levels in Australia:
- Dynamic FWD (two wheel drive version): The pure electric range is 103km.
- Dynamic AWD (four-wheel drive version): With the addition of a rear motor and a larger battery, the pure electric range is 152km.
- Premium AWD (four-wheel drive top of the line version): The powertrain and range are the same as Dynamic AWD, but the configuration is more luxurious.
In terms of price, the top of the line Sealion 8 Premium AWD is priced at $70990 (excluding tolls), which is comparable to the mid-range Toyota Kluger GXL hybrid four-wheel drive version (starting price $71930, excluding tolls).
The pricing of the 2026 BYD Sealion 8 series in Australia is as follows (the following is the official direct driving price in Australian dollars):
- 2026 BYD Dynamic FWD – $60,774（NSW）or $60,803（VIC）
- 2026 BYD Dynamic AWD – $68,123（NSW）or $67,652（VIC）
- 2026 BYD Premium AWD – $75,473（NSW）or $74,946（VIC）
Power and chassis
All models in the series are equipped with a 1.5-liter four cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine, with a maximum power of 110kW and peak torque of 220Nm, and matched with a front electric motor with an output power of 200kW/315Nm.
- The Dynamic AWD and Premium AWD models have added an electric motor on the rear axle with a parameter of 200kW/360Nm.
- FWD version: The system has a comprehensive output power of 205kW and a torque of 315Nm.
- AWD version: The system has a comprehensive output power of 359kW and a torque of 675Nm.
The differences in transmission and chassis also include:
Two wheel drive version: equipped with 20 inch wheels and Hankook tires, FSD frequency selective damping shock absorbers, and four driving modes (economy, standard, sport, snow).
Four wheel drive version: equipped with 21 inch wheels and Goodyear tires, adaptive damping and shock absorption control, added mud and sand driving modes, and front and rear perforated brake discs.
Battery, charging, and fuel consumption
- Battery capacity: Dynamic FWD is equipped with a 19.0kWh battery; The AWD model is equipped with a larger 35.6kWh battery.
- Charging speed: The maximum power of the two wheel drive DC fast charging version is 40kW; the maximum power of the four-wheel drive version can reach 74kW. The peak speed of AC charging for the entire series is 11kW.
- Fuel consumption performance:Two wheel drive version: comprehensive fuel consumption of 1.1L/100km when fully charged; Fuel consumption is 5.3L/100km in a low power state (with less than 25% battery capacity).
- 4WD version: Comprehensive fuel consumption of 1.0L/100km when fully charged; Fuel consumption is 6.3L/100km in a low power state (with less than 25% battery capacity).
Interior and configuration
The standard list for all three levels in the series includes a 15.6-inch infotainment system (supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), FM/AM/DAB radio, 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, 50W wireless charging, full LED headlights and taillights, panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade, and electric tailgate.
All levels also include electrically adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation functions, as well as four-way manually adjustable second row seats.
The Dynamic level is equipped with faux leather seats, a 10 speaker audio system, and an electric folding rearview mirror.
The Premium level has been further upgraded to include leather seats, 21 speaker sound system, external rearview mirror memory and reverse flip function, as well as 26 inch HUD head up display, heated steering wheel, front seat memory and massage, heated and ventilated second row seats (outer side), and multi-color interior ambient lighting.
Vehicle color and size
The Sealion 8 offers Aurora White (free), optional Ridge Grey, Cosmos Black, and Dark Aquamarine for an additional fee of $1500 AUD.
In terms of size, the Sealion 8 has a length of 5040mm, a width of 1996mm, a height of 1760mm, and a wheelbase of 2950mm, placing it at the larger end of the Australian large SUV class. It is 74mm longer than the Toyota Kluger, but 20mm shorter than the new Hyundai Palisade. Its 2950mm wheelbase is also 20mm shorter than the Palisade, but higher than the Kluger's 2850mm wheelbase. All models in the series adopt a 2+3+2 seven seat layout and black interior.
Detailed configuration list
2026 BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic (standard configuration):
- 19.0kWh battery capacity
- 1.5-liter four cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine (110kW/220Nm)
- Front motor (200kW/315Nm)
- System comprehensive output: 205kW/315Nm
- NEDC pure electric range: 103km
- Comprehensive fuel consumption: 1.1L/100km
- 20 inch alloy wheels (with Hankook tires)
- Front double wishbone suspension/rear multi link suspension
- V2L external discharge function (including adapter)
- Four way manual adjustment of steering wheel column/gear shift
- The seats and steering wheel are made of faux leather material
- 6-way electrically adjustable front seats/heated and ventilated front seats
- Second row seats with 4-way manual adjustment
- Luggage cover curtains/carpet floor mats
- 10.25-inch digital dashboard
- 15.6-inch touch screen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto/Intelligent Voice Control
- 10 speaker audio system
- Front row 2x USB-C ports/Second row 1x USB-C, 1x USB-A ports
- 4G network connection (2GB of data per month for free within two years)
- Three zone automatic air conditioning/second and third row overhead air vents
- Tire repair kit
- Adaptive LED headlights/LED taillights/cornering assist lights/dynamic turn signals with manual height adjustment
- Panoramic sunroof with electric sunshade
- Induction wiper/electric heating and folding rearview mirror/automatic anti glare interior rearview mirror
- Electric tailgate/rear privacy glass/soundproof windshield and front door glass
- Safety assistance: adaptive cruise control, speed limit reminder, traffic sign recognition, forward collision warning and AEB, front and rear intersection traffic warning and braking, blind spot monitoring and door opening warning, lane departure assistance, 360 degree panoramic imaging, front and rear parking radar.
2026 BYD Sealion 8 Dynamic AWD (added on the basis of Dynamic FWD):
- 35.6kWh battery capacity
- Add rear motor (200kW/360Nm)
- System comprehensive output: 359kW/675Nm14
- NEDC pure electric range: 152km
- Comprehensive fuel consumption: 1.0L/100km
- Adaptive damping control suspension
- Front and rear perforated brake discs
- 21 inch alloy wheels (with Goodyear tires)
2026 BYD Sealion 8 Premium AWD (added on the basis of Dynamic AWD):
- 26 inch driver HUD head up display
- Front seat and exterior rearview mirror memory function
- Steering wheel heating
- Premium leather interior
- Driver and front passenger seat massage
- Electric leg rests and lumbar support adjustment for front seats
- Heating, ventilation, and massage of the second row outer seats
- Welcome lighting animation
- Multi colored ambient lights and front footwell lights
- 21 speaker advanced audio system
