BYD SEALION 8 DM-i

YOU'RE IN CONTROL

BYD’s advanced Super DM-i Technology, at the heart of the SEALION 8 DM-i, puts you in full control of your driving experience.

The Future of Hybrid Driving Starts with BYD Super DM‑i

It delivers a dynamic combination of power, efficiency, and range. Travel over 1,000 km without worry, thanks to its impressive long-distance capability.

Need performance?

It offers more than 200 horsepower for confident acceleration when it counts. And for everyday drives, it can operate solely on electric power for up to 105 km — giving you a quiet, efficient, and emissions-free ride typical of top-tier EVs.

Effortless Mode Switching with BYD DM‑i

Switching between electric (EV) and hybrid (HEV) driving modes in BYD DM‑i models is designed to be simple, intuitive, and seamless—perfect for drivers who want more control over energy usage without the hassle.

Technology

BYD DM-i Super Hybrid Technology

The driving force behind the all-new BYD SEALION 8 is BYD DM-i Super Hybrid Technology.

BYD DM (Dual Mode) Technology is what’s inside our plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. Far from standard, it represents a game-changing evolution in intelligent plug-in hybrid technology.

Exclusively developed by BYD, it offers a multitude of benefits, including energy efficiency, low fuel consumption, driving performance, and comfort.

You can easily identify our plug-in hybrid vehicles as they feature DM in their name. In DM-i, the "i" symbolises intelligence, embodying smart and energy-efficient driving principles.

Electric Hybrid System (EHS)

The Electric Hybrid System (EHS) is a highly integrated powertrain that incorporates high-speed dual motors, dual controllers and advanced oil-cooling technology to increase motor power density and efficiency.

Ultra-Efficient Xiaoyun Hybrid Engine

An innovative engine design specifically made for Super DM Technology. The Xiaoyun engine, with world-leading thermal efficiency, has a simplified compact structure, boosting power with high peak power and torque.

Super DM Technology with Bespoke Blade Battery

BYD Super DM Technology uses a tailor-made version of the highly acclaimed Blade Battery. These bespoke Blade Batteries for the hybrid platform have power capacities ranging from 18.3 kWh, achieving a pure-electric range of starting from 70km while offering multiple benefits.

Effortless Luxury. Unmatched Versatility.

The BYD SEALION 8 DM-i combines electric-first performance with hybrid flexibility, delivering exceptional range, premium comfort, and intelligent technology. Designed with spacious three-row seating, it's built to elevate every family journey.