BYD has expanded its Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid SUV range in Australia, reintroducing the Dynamic variant with a bigger battery and longer electric-only driving range. The 2026 BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic Extended Range now offers one of the longest EV-only ranges in its segment, while keeping a competitive starting price.
Key highlights
- New Dynamic Extended Range variant slots between existing Dynamic and Premium models
- 26.6kWh battery enables up to 140km (NEDC) EV range, 40km more than the standard Dynamic
- Priced from $55,990 before on-road costs
- Order books open now, with first deliveries expected later this year
2026 BYD Sealion 6 Australian pricing
| Variant | Battery Size | EV-Only Range (NEDC) | Price (before on-roads) |
| Essential | 18.3kWh | 92km | $42,990 |
| Dynamic Standard Range (New) | 18.3kWh | 92km | $45,990 |
| Dynamic Extended Range (New) | 26.6kWh | 140km | $46,990 |
| Premium AWD | 18.3kWh | 81km | $52,990 |
2026 BYD Sealion 6 – Features by variant
BYD Sealion 6 Essential
- Powertrain: 1.5L petrol engine (72kW) + 145kW front electric motor (160kW combined), FWD
- Battery & Range: 18.3kWh, 92km EV range (NEDC)
- Exterior & Wheels: 19-inch alloy wheels, LED exterior lighting, panoramic sunroof
- Interior & Comfort:
- 12.8-inch rotating infotainment touchscreen
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Dual-zone climate control
- Black & brown leather interior
- Power driver’s seat (6-way) + power passenger seat (4-way)
- Heated, power-folding side mirrors
- Artificial leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Tech & Infotainment:
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Built-in satellite navigation, music streaming, DAB+
- Six-speaker audio system
- USB-C & USB-A ports
- NFC key card & Apple CarKey
- Safety:
- Autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning
- Blind-spot monitoring, door open warning, rear & front cross-traffic alert
- High-beam assist, adaptive cruise control, and child presence detection
- Rear-view camera & rear parking sensors
- Other: Snow terrain mode, electric tailgate, tyre repair kit
BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic Standard Range (adds over Essential)
- Infotainment & Comfort Upgrades:
- 15.6-inch rotating infotainment screen
- 10-speaker Infinity audio system
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Heated & ventilated front seats
- Dual wireless phone charger
- All-black leather interior
- Tech & Safety:
- 360-degree camera
- PM2.5 air filtration system
BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic Extended Range (adds over Dynamic Standard Range)
- Battery & Range: 26.6kWh, 140km EV range (NEDC)
BYD Sealion 6 Premium (adds over Dynamic Extended Range)
- Powertrain:
- 1.5L turbo petrol engine (96kW)
- 150kW front + 120kW rear electric motors (238kW combined), AWD
- 18.3kWh battery, 81km EV range (NEDC)
- Driving Modes: Mud & sand terrain modes
- Tech & Comfort:
- Head-up display
- Ambient lighting with rhythm function
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Front parking sensors
- Front door acoustic glass
- Metal door sill plates
- Optional: Blue/grey leather upholstery, Michelin tyres
Powertrain and performance
All BYD Sealion 6 variants utilise a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine paired with dual electric motors, resulting in a combined system output of 238 kW. Power is sent through an all-wheel drive system, with BYD claiming a 0–100km/h time of 5.9 seconds for the larger battery versions.
Safety & Driver Assistance Features
Standard across all variants
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane-Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Blind-Spot Monitoring
- Door Open Warning
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Front Cross-Traffic Alert
- High-Beam Assist
- Child Presence Detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Rear-View Camera
- Rear Parking Sensors
Exclusive to top variant
- Front Parking Sensors
How is it positioned in the market?
The BYD Sealion 6 competes with other plug-in hybrid SUVs in Australia, including the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, MG HS Plus EV, and GWM Haval H6 GT PHEV. With its extended electric-only range, the Dynamic Extended Range undercuts some rivals on price while offering one of the most extended EV ranges in the class.
Availability
The 2026 BYD Sealion 6 PHEV SUV is already on sale now in Australia, with new Sealion 6 Dynamic Extended Range deliveries expected to commence in the final quarter of 2025.
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