BYD Cars PH Updates Sealion 6 DM-i For 2027 With New Variants, DC Fast Charging

The rapid rise of BYD Cars Philippines is highly attributed to the Sealion 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid crossover SUV. But of course, BYD Cars Philippines won’t be resting on its laurels, especially as newer and oftentimes even more affordable rivals come in. That’s why, for the 2027 model year, the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i is getting an update.

Whereas the Sealion 6 DM-i was offered in a single variant, for 2027, the lineup has now been split into two versions: Dynamic and Premium. Both models still feature BYD’s Super DM-i technology, which in this case uses an 18.3 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) Blade Battery, delivering a pure electric range of up to 100 kilometers and a combined range of up to 1,200 kilometers. It offers a maximum output of 217 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque.

Where the two variants differ is in the features they offer. For the new Dynamic variant, this model comes with a 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen with six speakers, a 360-degree view camera with four rear sensors, leather seats with a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, basic cruise control, and six airbags. 

Meanwhile, the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i Premium variant offers a larger 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with a 10-speaker Infinity sound system, a 360-degree view camera with six sensors, and an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. New for 2027 is the introduction of DC fast charging, which accepts a maximum charging output of 18 kW, supporting a 30% to 80% charge in approximately 30 minutes. The DiPilot suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) is also limited to the Premium variant, and this includes Emergency Lane Keeping Assist, Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert with Brake, Blind Spot Detection, and Door Open Warning.

Pricing for the 2027 BYD Sealion 6 DM-i starts at P1,548,000 for the Dynamic and P1,798,000 for the Premium. Both variants will be available in Harbor Gray, Arctic White, and Delan Black exterior colors, with an all-black cabin.

The new Sealion 6 DM-i will be on display at the ongoing Auto Focus Multibrand Test Drive Festival, happening from November 12 to 15. As an exclusive event offer, customers who make a reservation for any BYD model, except the BYD Shark 6, BYD Atto 2 EV, and the new BYD Sealion 6 DM-i, during the event will enjoy a P25,000 discount. This offer is on top of existing regular promotions.