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BYD Sealion 06 EV Rocket Explodes: 322hp + LiDAR Same Design!

Tamara Chalak
Tamara Chalak
Published: 2026-01-15
Updated: 2026-03-03
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BYD unveils Sealion 06 EV (Hiace 06 EV China) major update: rear motor 240kW (322hp, +33% vs 180kW), 210km/h top (+13%), optional "Eye of God B" LiDAR ADAS Level 2+, Blade LFP battery, unchanged 4810×1920×1675mm WB 2820mm. Mid-size EV SUV GCC perfect 620-710km CLTC range, Ocean Aesthetics design challenges Tesla Model Y Hyundai Ioniq 5 superior tech lower price.

Key Updates: Performance Leap

Spec

Old

New

Gain

Power

180kW

240kW

0.33

Horsepower

241hp

322hp

#ERROR!

Top Speed

185km/h

210km/h

0.13

ADAS

Cameras

LiDAR Eye God B

Level 2+

  • Design: Unchanged - BYD full confidence.

Dimensions: Perfect Mid-Size

Spec

Value

L/W/H

4810×1920×1675mm

Wheelbase

2820mm

Class

Mid-size EV

  • Benefit: Space/agility/daily balance.

Powertrain: Rear Rocket

  • Motor: Single rear 240kW (322hp).

  • Acceleration: <6s 0-100 expected (+20%).

  • RWD: Sporty rear-drive fun.

  • Response: Instant torque, better high speeds.

  • Sound: Optional synthetic sport.

Blade LFP Battery: Safe Long Life

Capacity

CLTC Range

Weight

75.6kWh

620km

2040kg

82.7kWh

710km

2080kg

  • Advantages: Thermal safety, 3000 cycles, no fire.

  • GCC: Perfect 50°C heat.

LiDAR Eye of God B: Smart Eyes

  • Capabilities: NOA highway/city.

  • Perception: 500m ahead, 360°.

  • Accuracy: 10x better low light vs cameras.

  • Features: Lane change, self-park.

  • Price: Top trim only.

Version Comparison: Old vs New

Feature

Sealion 06 EV 2025

Sealion 06 EV 2026

Power

180-228kW

240-270kW

HP

241-362

322-362

Top Speed

185km/h

210km/h

Battery

65-78kWh

75-82kWh

Range

520-605km

620-710km

ADAS

Level 2

Level 2+ LiDAR

EV Rivals: Strong Threat

Car

HP

CLTC Range

Price (SAR)

LiDAR

Sealion 06 EV

322

710km

~120K

Tesla Model Y LR

455

688km

180K

Hyundai Ioniq 5

325

488km

160K

Kia EV6 GT Line

325

475km

170K

Volvo EX30

428

478km

150K

Saudi Perfect: Why Sealion 06?

  • 50°C Heat: Blade LFP no melt/fire.

  • Long Trips: 710km = Riyadh-Jeddah no charge.

  • Sand: RWD + 1675mm clearance enough.

  • Service: SAR 1K yearly vs 3K Korean.

  • Charging: 120kW DC 30min 80%.

Fixed Design: Ocean Aesthetics

  • Front: Sealed grille, split headlights.

  • Rear: "Interstellar Loop" connected.

  • Sides: Sleek lines, 19-20" wheels.

  • Colors: 8 including ocean blue.

  • Cd: 0.28 excellent aero.

Expected Interior: Advanced Tech

  • Screens: 15.6 media + 10.25 cluster.

  • Seats: Leather, ventilation, massage top trim.

  • Audio: 12 Dynaudio speakers.

  • Panorama: Glass roof.

  • NFC: Phone unlock/start.

BYD 2026 Impact: EV Domination

  • Sales: BYD #1 global 3M units.

  • Saudi: Al-Futtaim expands 20 branches.

  • LiDAR: Level 3 mainstream SAR 100K.

  • Blade: 0% fire 5M batteries.

  • Exports: 60 countries incl. KSA.

Sealion 06 EV Wait Tips

  • Order: Follow Al-Futtaim BYD KSA.

  • Alternative: Sealion 7 DM-i hybrid now.

  • Home Charge: 11kW Wallbox.

  • Warranty: 8yr battery, 7yr car.

  • Finance: Expected 0% Saudi banks.

BYD Sealion 06 EV 2026 transforms ordinary SUV electric rocket: 322hp rear, 210km/h, 710km range, Eye of God B LiDAR, unchanged Ocean Aesthetics core updates. Power+range+safety beats Tesla Model Y, perfect GCC long hot roads. BYD doesn't redesign—redefines future!

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Tamara is an editor who has been working in the automotive field for over 3 years. She is also an automotive journalist and presenter; she shoots car reviews and tips on her social media platforms. She has a translation degree, and she also works as a freelance translator, copywriter, voiceover artist, and video editor. She’s taken automotive OBD Scanner and car diagnosis courses, and she’s also worked as an automotive sales woman for a year, in addition to completing an internship with Skoda Lebanon for 2 months. She also has been in the marketing field for over 2 years, and she also create social media content for small businesses. 

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