Your Definitive Guide to the BYD Sealion 7 Electric Car Lease

The BYD Sealion 7 Electric Car Lease - Your Definitive Guide

The topsy-turvy world of electric cars continues as we close out 2024 in the UK. At the beginning of January the UK had to accommodate the changing landscape brought about by the ZEV Mandate, which is a legal / political obligation on car manufacturers to produce a certain amount of zero-emission vehicles.

For 2024, there was a clear policy in that car manufacturers must ensure that at least 22% of their vehicles are zero-emission. And let’s be honest with each other; this is a big change and undertaking for us to manage.

Many UK citizens are starting to feel that the move towards battery vehicles is becoming a push exercise, with an obligatory and dictatorial approach, as opposed to a pull exercise which is often reflected with grants, incentives and other corresponding benefits.

While many thought this would not end well for EVs, we have seen quite a sizeable growth in this segment. As reported in the BBC  last week (6 December 2024) electric cars made up 1 in 4 of those sold in November 2024. This 25% threshold, is some 3% above the ZEV Mandate.

The rationale behind the success, or questionable success, is something which is now becoming a point of controversy. Some are suggesting this is due to unhealthy discounts, others are nodding to the beneficial HMRC approach to company cars and salary sacrifice schemes, whereas others are recognising the impact of China.

You only have to review the recent Jaguar events, where the ailing manufacturer has taken the decision to re-brand the offering as a pure-EV luxury car maker. Their new logo, font and concept car caused enormous controversy, with some directing considered critique to what the group have done.

But some are highlighting this as an example to move with current trends and a future-proofing revamp. Regardless of opinion, times are changing and the way in which cars are going to be sold / leased in the UK are changing too. We need to modernise and innovate if we are to keep up with foreign entities like China who continue to push the boundaries of electrification and transport.

As reported in Sky News  this nation is leapfrogging some of Europe’s biggest and well-known suppliers, which may need redressing. 

The BYD manufacturers are one of the top Chinese advocates for EV sales in the UK. With a nautical undertone for the cars, which currently includes the Dolphin, Atto 3 and Seal, the brand are now moving into the more luxury SUV segment with their latest performance option - the Sealion 7.

Described as a “lifestyle statement” the ocean inspired aesthetics will be crafted alongside cutting-edge innovation and head turning designs. Some of the key features include the futuristic tail lamps, electric tailgate which operates via the foot gesture, anti-pinch system, 15.6” rotating central screen, premium quilted nappa leather and powerful X-structure. You can register your early interest on the  BYD  SUV website. 

But how does the electric BYD Sealion perform?

As per below there are 3 configurations including:

•  Comfort -  (from £50,700) with a usable battery of 82.5 kWh this RWD offers 230 kW (308hp), top speeds of 134 mph and 0-62 times of 6.7 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 220 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 300 miles (on a full charge) - 260 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 9 hours with the 150 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 32 minutes. The Sealion has Bidirectional charging - a V2L which has a 3.3kW AC output from an exterior outlet. It has a 128 mpg equivalent, 520L cargo volume and offers towing capacities of 750kg (unbraked) and 750kg (braked). The heat pump is standard;

• Design - (from £53,700) with a usable battery of 82.5 kWh this AWD  offers 390 kW (523hp), top speeds of 134 mph and 0-62 times of 4.5 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 215 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 285 miles (on a full charge) - 260 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 9 hours with the 150 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 32 minutes. The Sealion has Bidirectional charging - a V2L which has a 3.3kW AC output from an exterior outlet. It has a 123 mpg equivalent, 520L cargo volume and offers towing capacities of 750kg (unbraked) and 1500kg (braked). The heat pump is standard; and
• Excellence - (from £58,700) with a usable battery of 82.5 kWh this AWD  offers 390 kW (523hp), top speeds of 134 mph and 0-62 times of 4.5 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 215 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 285 miles (on a full charge) - 260 miles combined . The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 9 hours with the 230 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 24 minutes. The Sealion has Bidirectional charging - a V2L which has a 3.3kW AC output from an exterior outlet. It has a 120 mpg equivalent, 520L cargo volume and offers towing capacities of 750kg (unbraked) and 1500kg (braked). The heat pump is standard.

Is the BYD Sealion your electric vehicle of choice for 2025?

Either head to the BYD manufacturer to pre-order yours today or head to our  BYD  section and speak to the e-car electric experts.

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