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    2025 BYD Sealion 5

    The new BYD Sealion 5 is a medium SUV available in New Zealand from $39,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Essential variant and topping out at $45,990 for the Premium variant.

    There are 2 variants of the Sealion 5 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2025.

    The new 2025 Sealion 5 is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is only available with a hybrid motor that produces 156kW. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $39,990 - $45,990†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Phev

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    Retail Price
    $39,990 - $45,990†
    Transmission
    Single-Speed Auto
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Electric
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Phev

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    BYD Sealion 5

    2025 BYD Sealion 5

    Available Variants

    The BYD Sealion 5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Essential and the most expensive being Premium.

    Essential

    Price from $39,990†

    Premium

    Price from $45,990†

    2025 BYD Sealion 5

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    Pros

    • Exceptional value
    • Solid build quality
    • Spacious second row

    Cons

    • Not the sharpest drive
    • Feels a little old in places
    • Base model gets a smaller battery
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    How does the 2025 BYD Sealion 5 compare?

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    Power to Weight
    87.39 - 90.49 kW/t
    65.24 kW/t
    166.67 kW/t
    Boot Space
    463 litres
    163 litres
    652 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    1.2 - 1.3 L/100km
    0.8 L/100km
    9 L/100km
    Warranty (Years)
    6 years
    3 years
    7 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    150,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 year
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months
    36 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,134 - 2,195 kg
    1,939 kg
    2,865 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    170 mm
    140 mm
    210 mm

    Battery & Charging

    AC Charging (max kW)
    7 kW
    3.45 kW
    22 kW
    DC Fast Charging (max kW)
    18 kW
    18 kW
    150 kW
    Vehicle Range (EV)
    71 - 100 km
    71 km
    567 km
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    2025 BYD Sealion 5

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    Essential

    2025

    $39,990

    Premium

    2025

    $45,990

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    1.5L Phev
    Fuel
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    Maximum Power
    156 kW

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    2025 BYD Sealion 5

    Dimensions

    4,738 mm
    1,860 mm
    1,710 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,738 mm
    Overall Width1,860 mm
    Overall Height1,710 mm
    Wheelbase2,712 mm
    Turning Circle12,000 mm
    Load Capacity410 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2025 BYD Sealion 5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BYD Sealion 5 is the Essential variant that starts from $39,990.

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    The most expensive BYD Sealion 5 is the Premium variant that starts from $45,990.

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    The largest BYD Sealion 5 is the Essential variant which measures 1860mm wide, 4738mm in length and sits 1710mm tall.

    All variants of the BYD Sealion 5 have a maximum power of 156kW.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is built in China and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest BYD Sealion 5 is the Premium variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2195 kg.

    The BYD Sealion 5 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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