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Plug-in hybrid
BYD
Sealion 6 DM-i
Figures for: Comfort/Dynamic FWD (1.5L PHEV, 18.3 kWh battery)
The BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is a plug-in hybrid. It has a 18.3 kWh battery, 160 kW of power with 300 Nm of torque, and front-wheel drive. It can drive about 80 km on electricity alone. It charges at up to 7 kW on an AC charger and up to 18 kW on a DC fast charger. 0–100 km/h takes about 8.5 seconds.
Specifications
18.3kWh
Battery
80km
Electric range
160kW
Power
300Nm
Torque
8.5s
0–100 km/h
7kW
AC charging
18kW
DC fast charging
FWD
Drivetrain
Compiled from cars.co.za, oneshift.com, carexpert.co.nz, checked 2026-10-30. Figures differ between versions and years, so confirm with the seller or dealer.
What it costs to charge
Home
R3.50 per kWh
R71
full charge (18.3 kWh)
Public AC
R5.88 per kWh
R120
full charge (18.3 kWh)
Public DC fast
R7.35 per kWh
R149
full charge (18.3 kWh)
Estimates from 0 to 100% including about 10% charging losses, at typical South African rates. Your own tariff and driving will differ.
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